Busch Gardens Tampa Bay rolls out Sesame Street red carpet for preschoolers

Oh to be a kid again… remember those days of idolizing a big yellow bird and laughing at the likes of Elmo, Cookie Monster & the gang over on that most familiar of childhood streets - Sesame?

This year, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is putting those beloved characters to work in the land of animals, and inviting your preschooler to jump into all the fun & excitement.

Sesame Street soon will grace the outdoor wonders of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens.

Sesame Street Safari of Fun opens this spring as the new-to-life-streets-of-fun. And in honor of Big Bird, Elmo and all their friends launching a new signature attraction, Busch Gardens is offering a free Commemorative Busch Gardens Preschool Pass to kids ages 5 and younger during 2010.

Sesame Street Safari of Fun is filled with kid-size rides, awesome water fun, show and memorable adventures celebrating the spirit of Africa. As part of this special touch of Safari, African-themed versions of these lovable characters take your little one on a safari.

Adding to the delight, enjoy breakfast or lunch with Elmo and friends in a new dining facility adjacent to the Sesame Street area, and view the “Sesame Street Presents: Lights, Camera, Imagination!” show in the 4-D theater.

The FREE Commemorative Busch Gardens Preschool Pass is an exclusive online offer, available at SesameStreetSafariofFun.com.

Exclusively for Florida residents with kids ages 5 and younger and is valid for unlimited admission - with no blackout dates - through December 31, 2010 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The Preschool Pass does not include parking or Premium Passport discounts and benefits.

Forty-four spots int he preferred parking are will be available for guests with strollers, so they can bypass the tram. No additional fee is required, but spaces are available on a limited basis. Guests can request parking spots at the parking tollbooths.

Bring your little ones to experience the fun & joy of Elmo & friends. Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens.