Places to See Santa in Hershey for Christmas 2021

Christmas in Hershey is full of millions of lights, family-friendly rides at Hersheypark, cozy nights at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark and the best chocolate in the world. And of course, Santa is a huge part of the holiday season in The Sweetest Place On Earth!

Bring the family and pose with Santa for a memorable photo at these locations between now and Dec. 24:

Hersheypark Christmas Candylane

Santa is making a special stop at Hersheypark Christmas Candylane this year as part of an all-new experience under the former Carrousel Pavilion nightly Dec. 3 through Dec. 24, 2021. 

Santa will be available for a socially distanced photo opportunity with families similar to our character experience, with a safe distance between guests and Santa in a decorated environment. Elves will sing and dance while children finalize their lists and photos are available for purchase.

Characters and Reindeer

Looking for a unique family photo? Our iconic characters are available outside the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre and Santa's reindeer are available through Jan. 2, 2022. Guests can get an up-close look at all nine of Santa’s reindeer, including Rudolph, in Santa’s Reindeer Stables. 

A ticket to Hersheypark Christmas Candylane is required. 

Hershey's Chocolate World 

Bring the entire family and create a new holiday tradition - have your photo taken with Santa in the World's Largest HERSHEY'S Candy Store! Santa will be available for a socially distanced photo opportunity with families this weekend December 3-5 and then daily Dec. 10 through Dec. 24 - please see schedule here.

Photos with The Grinch

Looking for a unique holiday photo? The Grinch has had a change of heart and he's going beyond the borders of Whoville this season! Join him for photos as he helps his HERSHEY'S Character friends spread holiday cheer! Please visit our Meet & Greet area in the Food Hall for the schedule of appearances. Characters and times vary per day.