Zombies join the fun at Howl-O-Scream

Guess what…Zombies have invaded Busch Gardens for Howl-O-Scream.

This year’s event, dubbed “Dark Side Of The Gardens,” features three new houses and the chance to experience Cheetah Hunt, the parks newest roller coaster.

Howl-O-Scream isn’t for the little ones. Busch Gardens says visitors can expect violence, gore and blood. If you’re in the mood for a scream, Busch Gardens has created three new haunted houses for 2011:

Nevermore – “Beating hearts, swinging pendulums and a raven’s cries haunt the manor of Lenore, creating a demented and twisted nightmare. Step inside to experience the gothic terror that maddens the lord of the house and feel delusion overcome reality. Find your way out of this horror story before paranoia authors your final chapter.”

Zombie Mortuary – “No one remembers how the epidemic started, but now, zombies live here. The undead that infest this small town funeral home feed on the fresh flesh and brains of mortuary mourners to satisfy their insatiable hunger. Avoid the walking dead or you may find yourself deeper than six feet under.”

Ultimate Gamble: Vampire Casino – “Fanged fiends entice you to test your luck in this sultry hangout straight from Sin City. The seductive games and high-stake thrills at Reviver Casino are sure to get your blood pumping, but will you escape before your luck gets drained? Just stay away from the killer All-THEY-Can-Eat buffet.”

Busch Gardens also brings back the Nightshade Toy Factory, Death Row Vengeance: Fear the Dead, and Deconstruction: The Doctor Is Out Of Control houses. Also returning, Alone, which the name suggests is to be tackled on your own. This experience does cost extra.

Howl-O-Scream also features two shows as well as several of Busch Garden’s roller coasters, including the recently-opened Cheetah Hunt.

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