News Summary
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has unveiled its 2025 Food & Wine Festival and Concert Series lineup. The event will run from March 7 through May 18, featuring diverse culinary delights and live music performances. This year’s festival will include exciting Friday concerts and a blend of cuisines from various cultures. Enjoy a range of musical genres with headlining acts every weekend. The festival is included in park admission, and special seating options are available for attendees.
Exciting Times Ahead in Tampa: Food & Wine Festival and Concert Series Set for 2025!
Big news for all foodies and music lovers in Tampa, Florida! Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has just announced its lineup for the 2025 Food & Wine Festival and Concert Series. Mark those calendars because this amazing event runs from March 7 through May 18, 2025. This festival is bursting with delicious culinary creations and fantastic live music, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and anyone looking for a good time.
Everything You Need to Know
The festival is included in your daily park admission, so there’s no extra charge to enjoy the fabulous food and concerts. Attendees can also grab a reserved seat or even a VIP package, with options starting at just $39.99. If you want to join in on all the fun, head to 10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa, where all the action will be.
One of the most thrilling aspects this year is the inclusion of new Friday concerts! This means there are even more opportunities to enjoy great music and food on the weekends. Each Saturday features a headlining concert, along with select performances on Fridays and Sundays to keep the excitement going.
Culinary Delights Await
Food lovers will be delighted to find that the festival celebrates culinary creations inspired by a mix of cultures. Expect to savor exquisite dishes from the Caribbean, India, South America, and Europe. Whether you prefer spicy curry or the sweet notes of tropical fruits, your taste buds are in for a treat!
Musical Lineup
The concert series promises to cater to a variety of tastes, with bands spanning different genres. You can groove to country, classic rock, R&B, pop, and even Latin tunes. Here are some of the confirmed performances to look forward to:
- Friday, March 7 — Montgomery Gentry featuring Eddie Montgomery (Country)
- Saturday, March 8 — Starship featuring Mickey Thomas (Classic Rock)
- Friday, March 14 — Sister Hazel (Rock)
- Saturday, March 15 — Flo Rida (Rap)
- Friday, March 21 — Joe Nichols (Country)
- Saturday, March 22 — Luis Fonsi (Latin)
- Sunday, March 23 — The Commodores (R&B)
- Friday, March 28 — Easton Corbin & Matt Stell (Country)
- Saturday, March 29 — Edwin McCain (Rock)
- Friday, April 4 — Soulja Boy & Paul Wall (Rap)
- Saturday, April 5 — Village People (R&B/Pop)
- Saturday, April 12 — Michael Ray (Country)
- Sunday, April 13 — Fuel & Lit (Rock)
- Saturday, April 19 — Plain White T’s (Pop/Rock)
- Saturday, April 26 — Blackberry Smoke (Rock)
- Sunday, April 27 — Mitchell Tenpenny & Graham Barham (Country)
- Saturday, May 3 — Third Eye Blind (Rock)
- Sunday, May 4 — Robin Thicke (R&B/Pop)
- Saturday, May 10 — Grand Funk Railroad (Classic Rock)
- Sunday, May 11 — To Be Announced
- Friday, May 16 — Hoobastank (Rock)
- Saturday, May 17 — Justin Moore (Country)
Where to Enjoy the Festivities
The concerts will be held at the Festival Field Stage located right behind the exhilarating Iron Gwazi roller coaster. So, if you fancy a wild ride before or after the shows, you’ll definitely have your chance!
Stay in the Loop!
For all those avid social media users and web surfers, more details about the festival and the concert lineup can be found on the Busch Gardens website and their social media pages. Annual Pass Members are in for a treat, as they can return multiple times to soak in all the delicious offerings and fantastic performances throughout the season.
So gear up, Tampa! You won’t want to miss this blend of mouthwatering food and sensational music. Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready for an unforgettable season at the Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival and Concert Series!
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Additional Resources
- WFLA: Busch Gardens Announces Full Concert Lineup for 2025 Food & Wine Festival
- Wikipedia: Food Festival
- Osprey Observer: Flo Rida and Grand Funk Railroad Sizzle at Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
- Google Search: Food Wine Festival 2025
- Q105: Busch Gardens 2025 Concerts
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Food Festival
- Laughing Place: BGT Food and Wine and Concert Series Teaser
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