August 2022 Entertainment Lineup in Hershey, PA
WRAPPING UP SUMMER CONCERTS AND SHOWS IN HERSHEY
The summer concert series at Hersheypark Stadium comes to a close in August with six amazing concerts you don’t want to miss along with more shows at Hershey Theatre and GIANT Center. Check out the full lineup below!
HERSHEYPARK STADIUM
SANTANA AND EARTH, WIND & FIRE
Saturday, August 6 | 6 PM
GRAMMY-winning, legendary artists Carlos Santana and Earth, Wind & Fire will bring the “Miraculous Supernatural Tour” to Hershey on August 6! Santana and his band will highlight songs from both his Supernatural and Woodstock eras, as well as newer tracks from his 2019 full-length album, “Africa Speaks.” Get ready to groove as Earth, Wind & Fire accompanies Santana for a night full of timeless hits!
Friday, August 12 | 6:30 PM
Imagine Dragons are back in Hershey for the first time since 2018! Experience the heat of the “Mercury World Tour” as the Dan Reynolds-led band celebrates the release of their latest album, “Mercury – Act 1.” Join other Fire Breathers on August 12 for an unforgettable night with one of the most prominent bands of this generation.
Sunday, August 14 | 7 PM
Zac Brown Band returns to Hersheypark Stadium with the highly anticipated “Out in the Middle Tour.” The band will showcase their old-school country roots and southern-rock style, serving as an ode to their country pride and life’s simple pleasures. Grab your tickets to see the three-time GRAMMY-winning band live!
Saturday, August 20 | 7:30 PM
Sir Rod Stewart teams up with Cheap Trick in Hershey for his North American summer tour! The tour follows Stewart’s latest studio album, “You’re In My Heart: Rod Stewart With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra,” the career-spanning project, which features revamped versions of his classic songs and blends his original vocal tracks with new symphonic arrangements.
Saturday, August 27 | 7 PM
Chris Stapleton’s “All American Road Show” makes a pit stop at Hersheypark Stadium on August 27! The Kentucky-born, five-time GRAMMY-winner is one of the country’s most beloved musicians. Stapleton will showcase hit songs from all of his chart-topping albums. You don’t want to miss an evening full of classic country sounds!
Sunday, August 28 | 7:30
Little Monsters, the moment is finally here! Lady Gaga brings “The Chromatica Ball” to Hersheypark Stadium on August 28. Celebrate the end of summer with Gaga’s pop show featuring fan favorite hits, and the first-ever live performances from the no. 1 selling, critically-acclaimed and GRAMMY-winning album “Chromatica.”
HERSHEY THEATRE
Wednesday, August 3 | 8 PM
Gov’t Mule added additional dates to their summer tour, including a stop in Hershey! The band consists of members Warren Hayes, Matt Abts, Danny Louis and Jorgen Carlsson. Together, they have become one of the most timeless and revered bands due to their virtuosity.
August 18 - 20 | Times Vary
“Tommy and Me” comes home to Hershey, the birthplace of the friendship between McDonald and Didinger. The autobiographical show recounts a seminal time in Didinger’s life when he helped McDonald get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Get your tickets now to see a show in the city that inspired it all.
GIANT CENTER
Wednesday, August 3 | 7 PM
KIDZ BOP, the no. 1 music brand for kids, is back on the road this summer with a brand-new tour! The highly-anticipated pop concert for kids (and their parents) includes a stop in Hershey on August 3. Families can sing and dance along with the KIDZ BOP Kids as they perform today’s biggest hits live!
PRE-SHOW ACTIVITIES
Spend your day around town before your night out! Concertgoers interested in riding coasters at Hersheypark can receive discounted admission on the day of, the day before, or the day after an event for $56.95 with proof of a show ticket at Ticketing Services only.
Before Hersheypark Stadium and GIANT Center shows, treat yourself to chocolate-inspired fare and signature cocktails at our newest restaurant, bar, and patio, The Chocolatier! For theatregoers, dinner at Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar is just a short walk away from Hershey Theatre. Enjoy fresh from-scratch dishes, hand-crafted cocktails, and always delicious appetizers!
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GIANT Center hosts an impressive line-up of star-studded performances including concerts, professional ice shows and family events. It also serves as home to the Hershey Bears Hockey Club and various PIAA high school state championship events.
See the stars under the stars at Hersheypark Stadium and experience the most prominent names in the music industry as they make their stop in Central PA. Hersheypark Stadium also plays host to regional high school sports, band competitions and more.
Hershey Theatre opened in September 1933. It has established itself as the area’s premier performing arts center, presenting the finest in touring Broadway shows, classical music and world-renowned entertainers.