Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Distance
- Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k
From the Organizer
Gather your horde of ghastly ghouls for the second-annual Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k! This spirited run takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7:30 am. Experience the park decked out in its Howl-O-Scream® decor and encounter a friendly fright or two before you cross the finish line in Oktoberfest village.
Lace up your sinister shoes, dress up in your eerie ensemble and get ready for a frightfully good time!
Event info
- FREE Park Ticket with every registration (valid through 12/31/2026)
- FREE race day parking: lots open at 5:30am and close at 7:00am
- Participants enter through the main Toll Plaza
- Spectators are allowed at the start/finish line to cheer on their fellow fiends and family
- Race begins at 7:30am and concludes at 9:00am
- Commemorative Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k medals and shirts for all participants
- Busch Gardens Scare Squad entertainment along the race course
- Finish line end of race celebration featuring DJ, photo ops and more
- All ages are invited to participate
Awards
Awards will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers in the Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k. The race will be chip timed and results will be posted online.
Distances & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run?
- Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run is a running event held in Williamsburg, VA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Williamsburg, VA at 1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg, VA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Busch Gardens® Fiends Frenzy 5k Run
Sep 27, 2026