Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s heats up in 2026 with the start of its live concert series. Beginning in May, the park will feature chart-topping performances from Flo Rida, Skillet, Hoobastank, and the Pop 2000 Tour. With concerts included with all forms of park admission, a Busch Gardens Membership offers guests the most flexible way to access the full 2026 concert lineup all season long. Plus, all performances are full-length concerts, over 60 minutes in length.
The concerts will take place during the park’s annual Food & Wine Festival, offering internationally inspired bites and beverages throughout the world’s most beautiful theme park. This year’s lineup includes:
Saturday, May 2 – Flo Rida
Flo Rida is one of today’s most vibrant and recognizable superstars, a true international icon and history-making hip-hop hero. The Grammy-nominated artist is known for hits like “Low,” “Right Round,” and “My House”. With a string of chart-topping hits and an impressive stage presence, Flo Rida promises an unforgettable evening for fans of all ages.
Saturday, May 16 – Pop 2000
Throwbacks aren’t just for Thursdays anymore. The “Pop 2000 Tour” is a nostalgic concert series featuring popular artists from the early 2000s, hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, and includes O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO. The tour offers fans a trip down memory lane with the soundtrack of the TRL era.
Saturday, May 30 – Hoobastank
In 2026, Hoobastank will celebrate 25 years of their debut album Hoobastank, which features hit singles like “Running Away” and “Remember Me”. The Grammy-nominated Rock Band was solidified as a household name with their sophomore album, The Reason, featuring the massively successful single of the same name, which went 4x platinum.
Saturday, June 13 – Skillet
Skillet remains a dominant force in hard rock, earning Grammy nominations, a Billboard Music Award, and multiple Top 5 entries on the Billboard 200. With over 22 million units sold, 12 certified singles, and the 5x-platinum smash “Monster,” they’ve become one of the most-streamed rock acts of all time while leaving a major imprint across pop culture and global touring.
Visitors who want the best seats in the house can purchase reserved seating for each act, starting at $9.99. Additional information can be found here.
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