JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) — Friday will mark 50 years in business for Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and the theme park is celebrating with several special events and promotions.
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On the park’s actual birthday, beers will be 75 cents, a commemorative t-shirt will cost $19.75 and anyone born in May 1975 can receive free entry to the park.
A 1970s cover band will play ahead of a fireworks finale, and special photo spots and historic signs will be placed near original park attractions.
In addition, Park President Kevin Lempke will host “50 Years of Busch Gardens Williamsburg: A Lookback Presentation” at 6 p.m. at the Globe Theater…