Last year, my mom and I got to experience Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town for the first time. I didn’t find too many reviews or guides about it prior to visiting, so I thought I would create one.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town
Christmas Town is what Busch Gardens theme parks call their annual Christmas event. With special shows, lights, and entertainment, it’s one of the more affordable yet enjoyable Christmas theme park events, in my opinion. My mom and I visited using my Annual Pass and a free bring-a-friend pass. So, it was almost like it was free. Haha!
Attractions
My mom and I don’t really visit theme parks to ride the rides. We are more show/food/ambiance people. However, I wanted to point out that technically some of the rides are open during this event, in case that interests some folks. Although, not everything is open, especially when the temperature drops.
Shows
I think the shows are some of the most enjoyable aspects of this event. Last year, we enjoyed the show at Das Festhaus and Scrooge No More! It looks like Das Festhaus is getting a new show for 2025: Christmas Town Live! I’m sure it will be just as good as the old show. I highly recommend Scrooge No More! I was impressed with the ghosts.
I also highly recommend checking out some of the light shows. The Polar Pathway: Spectacle of Lights is worth catching at least once. The Celebration of Lights at O’Tannenbaum was also nice.
I had wanted to see ‘Twas that Night. Unfortunately, it wasn’t on the schedule for the day we visited. So, I would encourage everyone to consult the schedule to plan out your day.
The Ambiance
I would also like to point out how nicely the park is decorated for the holidays. It was nice to just walk around and take it all in. It was a cold night, but the lights and decor are top notch.
The Food
If there’s one part that’s lacking, it’s the food. Beyond a few drinks and desserts, the park doesn’t really do a holiday dining menu. Most of the restaurants have their regular menus. That’s one of the reasons why we did Santa’s Fireside Feast. It allowed us to enjoy some nice seasonal food while indoors.
Busch Gardens Christmas Town Tips
- Keep an eye out for details – Busch Gardens doesn’t get in much of a hurry to release info. Last year, the details were released in late October. However, most people have their trips planned by then.
- Look at the schedule – Not every show is performed everyday. Also, they have limited hours during the Christmas event.
- Rope drop – With the park being open so few hours, it’s important to maximize each one. Arrive early to get a jumpstart.
- Take time for shows and decor – Even though you may feel rushed, it’s worth it to pause and see a show.
Should you go to Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town?
I believe this was my mom’s favorite day of the entire trip. She really enjoyed the shows and seeing the lights. I think if you are visiting the area around the holidays, it’s definitely worth a visit.
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