Walker Hayes Kicks Off Busch Gardens Festival

0:00On this March 7 in Tampa Bay, here's what is making headlines. The Bush Gardens Food, Wine, and Garden Festival is underway right now at the Tampa Park. It runs through May 10, 2026, featuring plenty of tasty bites, drinks, and garden displays for visitors to enjoy. The big highlight is the annual concert series, which kicks off tonight with Country Star Walker Hayes. All shows are free with your park admission, though you can upgrade to VIP reserve seating if you want a closer spot. Fans are buzzing about the lineup, which mixes rock, pop, country, and more. Expect acts like puddle of mud, P.O.D., Robin Thick, Kansas, and Nick Carter to take the stage over the coming weeks. Other performers include the band Perry, El Grand Combo de Puerto Rico, Smash Mouth, Florida, Air Supply, Skillet, and Bowelwile with Ying Ying Twins. It's a diverse mix drawing crowds from all over. Check the parts website for the full schedule and take it details to plan your visit before the festival wraps up in early May.

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