The Beach Boys & Hanson Headline Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s 2026 Food & Wine Festival
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is turning spring up to eleven this year, bringing back its Food & Wine Festival along with a concert lineup that feels like a greatest‑hits playlist. Busch Gardens Williamsburg concerts 2026 lineup is impressive. is rolling out free, full‑length shows from nationally known artists—all included with admission—making April through June one of the best times to visit.
Kicking things off on April 25, the legendary Beach Boys take the stage, followed by Hanson on May 2 (yes, that Hanson). The festival keeps the nostalgia rolling with the Pop 2000 Tour on May 16, hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC. Hoobastank joins the party on May 30 for their 25th anniversary, and Skillet closes out the announced dates on June 13. Flo Rida was originally slated for May 2, but Busch Gardens has bumped his appearance to September 5. All concerts start at 7 p.m., run longer than an hour, and offer optional reserved seating beginning at $9.99.
Food & Wine Festival: New Puerto Rican Flavors + 135+ Tasting Options
The concerts pair perfectly with Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival, running April 23–June 21. This year brings more than 135 food and beverage options, including 65 brand‑new menu items across 17 themed locations.
New Puerto Rican‑inspired dishes take center stage, including:
- Mofongo casserole
- Ropa vieja
- Coquito
Other newcomers include bourbon candied bacon deviled eggs and a refreshing West African fruit salad. Beverage lovers can look forward to new Virginia beers, wines, cocktails, and a rotating Margarita of the Week.
Sampler lanyards start at $70, making it easy to taste your way around the park.
Busch Gardens President Kevin Lembke calls the festival a spring tradition, highlighting the mix of new flavors and big‑name entertainment that keeps guests coming back year after year.
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