In 88 days · Sun, Sep 27, 2026
When
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Where
1 Busch Gardens Blvd, Williamsburg VA
Distance
5K
About this race
Race 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 Information
- 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 Information: Participants enter through the main Toll Plaza
- Spectator Access: Spectators are allowed at the start/finish line to cheer on their fellow friends and family
Race Schedule
- Race Start Time: 7:30 am
- Race End Time: 9:00 am
- Finisher Medals: Commemorative 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: Features DJ, photo ops and more
- Participation: 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.
More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Fiends Frenzy 5k.
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