Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Halloween Spooktacular returns Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 19 through Nov. 1, 2026. The daytime event is designed for children 9 and under and is included with park admission.
The event takes place in Sesame Street Forest of Fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The park lists trick-or-treating, a hay maze, a Halloween scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and Sesame Street shows including Countdown to Halloween, Monster Mayhem Game Show and Furry Friends Halloween Dance Party.
Halloween fun for the little monsters! 🎃👻
Busch Gardens Williamsburg (@BuschGardensVA) August 27, 2026
Busch Gardens Halloween Spooktacular returns with trick-or-treating, Halloween shows, a hay maze, scavenger hunts, and more! Don’t miss not-too-spooky family-friendly fun every weekend starting September 19th!
View Busch Gardens Williamsburg's announcement on X
Halloween Spooktacular's 2026 Weekend Schedule
| Detail | 2026 information |
|---|---|
| Dates | Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 19 through Nov. 1 |
| Hours | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Location | Sesame Street Forest of Fun at Busch Gardens Williamsburg |
| Admission | Included with park admission |
| Audience | Children 9 and under and their families |
Families can dress in costume, follow the trick-or-treat trail along Griffon Overlook and meet Sesame Street characters in Halloween outfits. Dates and details may change.
Sources: Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Halloween Spooktacular page and the park's August 27 announcement on X.
Image: Busch Gardens Williamsburg.