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5/5/2023

A World of Latin Food and Rhythm Await at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for Cinco de Mayo and Viva La Música

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay turns into a melting pot of Latin cultures with live musical performances and culinary delights from all around Latin America
  • Seven musical acts including El Gran Combo, Toño Rosario, Grupo Niche and more
  • Pass Members benefit with exclusive perks such as an exclusive 18-item sampler for the price of a 15-item and early entry to festival concerts
  • Starting as low as $15 per month, Annual Passes are the best way to enjoy seasonal events such as Cinco de Mayo and Viva La Música plus an entire year of unlimited visits to experience new thrills like Serengeti Flyer
TAMPA, Fla. (May 1, 2023) – Flavor, foodie fares and fiesta await all guests at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for Cinco de Mayo and Viva La Música. A celebración of Latin cultures, both events bring together world-renowned iconic dishes and live salsa, merengue and Tex-Mex musical performances from award-winning artists. Cinco de Mayo and Viva La Música take place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from May 5 through May 21 and are included with any daily park admission, Fun Card and Annual Pass.

All-New Menu Turned into a Melting Pot of Spice and Flavor
A worldly trip across Latin America, all-new menu items include inspired dishes as well as national treasures from countries like Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Venezuela, and more. Guests can indulge with the following delights:
 
Available during Cinco de Mayo weekend, May 5 through May 7:
  • NEW! - Mole Beef & Sweet Plantains
  • NEW! - Arroz y Frijoles Negros (Vegan)
  • NEW! - Churro Sundae
 
Available during Viva La Música weekends, May 12 through May 21:
  • NEW! – Feijoada
  • NEW! - Ropa Vieja
  • NEW! - Venezuelan Arepas (Vegan)
  • NEW! - Beef Chimichurri Salad
  • NEW! - Peruvian Ceviche
  • NEW! - Tres Leches Cake
  • NEW! - Arroz Con Leche Rice Pudding
 
A perfect complement to all dishes, guests will have the chance to select from a curated selection of wines from Spain and south of the equator countries, Chile and Argentina. In addition, guests will also have the options of specialty cocktails such as the traditional Caipirinha, Paloma, Mezcal Margarita, Michelada and more.
 

Sabor y Ritmo with all Musical Performances
Aside from delicious food and drinks, guests can enjoy live salsa, merengue and Tex-Mex musical performances. All concerts take place on Saturdays and Sundays with an additional Friday concert on May 5. All concerts are included with daily park admission, Annual Pass or Fun Cards.


  • The Como La Flor Band – Friday, May 5
  • Celia Vive – A Tribute to Celia Cruz – Saturday, May 6
  • El Gran Combo – Sunday, May 7
  • Toño Rosario – Saturday, May 13
  • Grupo Niche – Sunday, May 14
  • Elvis Crespo – Saturday, May 20  
  • Luisito Ayala y la Puerto Rican Power – Sunday, May 21

Sampler Lanyards Provide the Best Way to Experience the Food & Wine Festival
The best way to experience all the flavors of Cinco de Mayo and Viva La Música is with a Festival Sampler Lanyard. Starting at $70 and redeemable at the numerous cabins located throughout the park, Sampler Lanyards offer the best value for guests and will be available in quantities of 10 and 15. An exclusive 18-item sampler for the same price as a 15-item is available for all Pass Members. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages.
 
Add More Flavor to Your Experience with a VIP Seating Package
Busch Gardens has the perfect ingredients for an exclusive experience with VIP Seating Packages. Guests can get up-close to their favorite artists, enjoy one complimentary beverage and gain access to a private VIP bar. Package includes one entry per reservation to the VIP reserved seating area on the concert field and one beverage at the VIP Bar. Reservation is only valid for the date and time purchased. To reserve a VIP Seating Package guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com.
 
Annual Passes Offer the Best Way to Play
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Annual Pass is the best way to enjoy an entire year of thrilling attractions and exciting seasonal events. Categorized in easy-to-use tiers, options provide guests with unlimited year-round admission and unbeatable benefits including free parking, in-park discounts, monthly rewards, and payments starting as low as $15 per month.
 
Guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com to purchase tickets and learn more about the Annual Pass program’s benefits and monthly rewards and stay in the know about new events, special deals and future announcements by following Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube and Twitter.
 
About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, an AZA accredited zoo with thousands of animals representing more than 200 species, and exciting seasonal events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age. For more information, visit BuschGardensTampa.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.


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