Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Bier Fest celebrates six years of Oktoberfest
A slice of Bavaria returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as the park celebrates its annual Bier Fest event.
The beer is flowing every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from July 21 through September 4.
Marking six years of Oktoberfest-style festivities, Bier Fest returns for its longest event run with 15 newly created menu items inspired by classic German flavours.
Included with park admission, it allows guests to savour classic German flavours while enjoying music from local artists.
Beyond the festival area, guests can enjoy the usual family-friendly activities, encounters with animals and thrilling coaster rides.
These include the new Serengeti Flyer and hybrid coaster, Iron Gwazi.
New Oktoberfest Menu
Guests can pair their favourite brew with all-new Oktoberfest-inspired menu offerings:
Bierwurst with Pickled Red Cabbage on a Pretzel Roll
Braised Pork Shank
Bratwurst on a Pretzel Roll with Spicy Mustard
Chicken Schnitzel with Brown Butter Spätzle
Currywurst
Egg Noodle Kugel
German Potato Salad
Goulash
Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
Savoury Onion Pie
Cupcakes (German Chocolate, Black Forrest, Gingerbread, Caramel Popcorn)
Dark Beer Donut
The best way to sample all the flavours is with the Bier Fest Sampler, which can be redeemed for any food or beverage item.
Samplers start at $35 and are available in quantities of five, eight and 12.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol.
For more information or to book tickets: www.dosomethingdifferent.com
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