Busch Gardens has announced its 2011 events line-up.

The amusement park has booked an array of events that will appeal to both the very young and the young at heart.

For the little ones, Hip Hop Harry and DJ Lance from Yo Gabba Gabba will be performing at the amusement park in April.

Glory at the Gardens returns for another year in June with a sensational line-up of the top contemporary Christian and Gospel artists. This year Glory at the Gardens has expanded to Saturdays and Sundays in June.

Busch Gardens has also booked a variety of concerts with performances like Pat Benatar, Colbie Caillat, Miranda Cosgrove and Neil Sedaka.

Other planned events include: The Ramp Jam, and Wild Days featuring Jack Hanna where folks can get up close and personal with exotic animals.

The complete special event series schedule is listed below. As always, every concert or event is free with park admission.

KID-FRIENDLY ACTS:

• Hip Hop Harry, (April 2-3)
• DJ Lance Rock from Yo Gabba Gabba!, (April 16-17)

GLORY AT THE GARDENS:

• Mary Mary, (June 11)
• Mercy Me and JJ Heller, (June 12)
• Casting Crowns and Matt Maher, (June 18)
• Donnie McClurkin, (June 19)
• BeBe & CeCe Winans, (June 25)
• TobyMac and Sanctus Real, (June 26)

BUSCH GARDENS LIVE:

• Colbie Caillat, (June 4-5)
• Miranda Cosgrove, (July 30-31)
• Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, (Aug. 27-28)
• Neil Sedaka, (Sept. 3-4)

SPECIAL EVENTS:

• Ramp Jam, (April 30-May 1, 7-8, 14-15)
• Wild Days featuring Jack Hanna, (Sept. 10-11)