1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg VA
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Event Overview
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 5:30 am and close at 7:00 am
- Entry Details: Participants enter through the main Toll Plaza
- Spectators: Allowed at the start/finish line to cheer on their fellow fiends and family
- Race Duration: Begins at 7:30 am and concludes at 9:00 am
- Commemorative Items: Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k medals and shirts for all participants
- Entertainment: Busch Gardens Scare Squad entertainment along the race course
- Finish Line Celebration: End of race celebration featuring DJ, photo ops and more
- Open to All Ages: 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.
Additional Information
For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k.
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