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Howl-O-Scream 2026
Theme park event in Tampa, FL, confirmed for Halloween 2026 on its official site.
- Type
- Theme park event
- 2026 dates
- Select nights, Sept 11 – Oct 31, 2026
- Hours
- 7pm–park close
- Price
- From $48.99
- Suggested age
- Adults Only (Haunted houses may not suit younger children; no costumes allowed)
- Scare level
- 4 of 5
- Address
- 10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612
Busch Gardens' separately ticketed nighttime Halloween event: several haunted houses with live actors and effects, scare zones, horror shows and coasters in the dark.
- haunted houses
- scare zones
- live shows
- rides
Quick Answers
When is Howl-O-Scream open for Halloween 2026?
Howl-O-Scream: Select nights, Sept 11 – Oct 31, 2026, 7pm–park close. Dates can change, so check the official site before you go.
How much does Howl-O-Scream cost?
From $48.99 (from the official site).
Is Howl-O-Scream scary for kids?
BooMap suggests Adults Only and rates it 4 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale. The venue says: Haunted houses may not suit younger children; no costumes allowed.
Where is Howl-O-Scream?
10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612.
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