Rainy Day Fun in Hershey, PA
There’s no need to let the threat of rain in the forecast keep you from having a great day at Hersheypark. With a wide variety of attractions for all ages, your day in Hershey will be sweet regardless of the weather!
Hersheypark is open rain or shine! However, your safety is our main concern, which is why we may need to temporarily close some rides. During rain and storms, there are indoor or covered activities and attractions to experience while you wait for the weather to clear. Check out all these fun rainy-day activities in the Park!
What to ride:
Stay up to date on closed rides and wait times with the Hersheypark app! Set up alerts to be notified when rides are back open.
Whether you want to chill out on the Carrousel and Fender Bender, or speed around corners on the Whip, try giving these rides a spin!
The competition heats up on Reese’s Xtreme Cup Challenge as you ride through competition zones and show off your target practice skills!
Experience the thrills and laughs that Hersheypark has to offer on our indoor, spinning, glow-coaster, Laff Trakk!
What to play:
You’ll find video games, crane machines, skeeball, and so much more in our two indoor arcades!
Head to the Overlook Arcade in Kissing Tower Hill! You’ll find the largest selection of games in the whole park with easy access to ZooAmerica and the Overlook food court.
On the other side of the park, there’s a lot to do in the Play Dome Arcade. Then hop on the Monorail or catch a show at the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre!
Save more than 30% with the purchase of a Games Value Pack, valid at 13 game locations. Available at Ticketing Services, Hospitality Services, or any Guest Services location throughout the park.
What to eat:
Rest and refuel at one of these delicious covered or indoor eateries!
Hersheypark Place: For a full service restaurant and bar, visit Hersheypark Place, located just outside the Park’s gates. Enjoy the air conditioning, park-themed atmosphere, great food, and chocolate desserts. Be sure to get your hand stamped at the exit if you do leave the Park gates. You’ll be able to reenter the Park easily after your meal.
Overlook Food Court: Find something for every taste at the Overlook Food Court, featuring 9 different concession locations in an indoor atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available as well as domestic beers, craft beers, and wine.
Gourmet Grille: From southwest and Mediterranean to vegetarian and gluten-free, no one will be left out at the Gourmet Grille.
Chick-fil-A: EAT MOR CHIKIN at our all new Chick-fil-A, serving breakfast through dinner! Enjoy a signature chicken sandwich, waffle fries, fresh-squeezed lemonade, or hand-spun milkshake.
Dietz & Watson Country Grill: Grab dinner and a show at the Country Grill, featuring classic coaster foods and Hersheypark’s resident show, Country Roads.
Dispatch Pizza: Stop for a slice of pizza at Dispatch Pizza, with covered seating in Founder’s Way and The Hollow!
What to see:
Once Upon...in the Music Box Theatre
Once Upon a time, all of your favorite storybook characters were living happily ever after...or were they? Find out if good will vanquish evil once and for all!
The Good Time
Join the gang at Miss Dolly's Diner for a high-energy party that will have toes-tappin, fingers-snappin' and a good time for all!
Find locations and show times here and on the Hersheypark app.
Where to go:
ZooAmerica
Admission to ZooAmerica is included in your Hersheypark ticket! Walk across the bridge to visit over 200 animals that call ZooAmerica home. Be sure to spend time in the Desert and Southwest Swamps buildings to stay dry!
Hershey’s Chocolate World
Just a few steps outside the Park gate, you’ll find unique chocolate experiences at Hershey’s Chocolate World! Don’t forget to get your hand stamped before leaving the Park!
Start your visit with a free ride on Hershey’s Chocolate Tour to follow the cocoa beans on their delicious journey from plant to product! Then Create Your Own Candy Bar, help solve the 4D Chocolate Mystery, or try a Chocolate Tasting Experience. Get more information or buy tickets here.
When the weather won’t quit:
In the event the inclement weather conditions cause our major rides and attractions to close for a continuous 60 minutes, a Return Visit Voucher will be issued for a return visit for the same current operating season. Please present your ticket stub or receipt of purchase to the Guest Services building located outside of the main entrance of Hersheypark to receive your Return Visit Voucher. Hersheypark makes every effort to reopen the rides and attractions as quickly and safely as possible after the inclement weather conditions cease.