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Editor’s Note: During the first full week of April, WYDaily will revisit some of our favorite pieces over the past year. This story was originally published on November 20, 2020. To see the original publication, click here.
WILLIAMSBURG It’s the most wonderful time of the year despite 2020 being shrouded in a pandemic.
Somehow, Busch Gardens Williamsburg seems to be keeping the holiday spark alive, and it’s all thanks to their Christmas Celebration.
WYDaily checked out the park Friday.
After Gov. Ralph Northam amended restrictions and guidelines for COVID-19 safety last week, WYDaily asked Kevin Lembke, president of Busch Gardens Williamsburg, about the park’s current safety regulations.
Don’t want Christmas to be over just yet? Busch Gardens Williamsburg knows it.
The park announced Monday they have expanded their Christmas Celebration to include another weekend, Jan. 8-10.
To view the park calendar for operating hours, click here.
Similar to the park’s Halloween Harvest event, Busch Gardens Christmas Celebration will operate with enhanced health and safety protocols for cleaning and sanitizing, physical distancing, face covering requirements and temperature screenings, according to the news release
Busch Gardens Christmas Celebration event admission starts at $39.99. To book tickets, visit the park’s website.
Here’s more information about operational changes and what guests can expect when visiting the park, including safety requirements.