Planning a fall stay at this beautiful resort? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

Your Arrival

From the moment you arrive at The Hotel Hershey, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earth starting with check-in. Here are a few things to note for your arrival.

The Sweetest Check-In
What better way to start your sweet stay than with chocolate at check-in! You'll receive a full-size Hershey's bar to start your getaway the Hershey way. Check-in is after 4 p.m., and check-out is before 12 p.m.

Amenities
Please view our guest room amenities and services.

Download the HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the Hotel, details on restaurants, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.

Activities & Recreation

Once you're checked in, take advantage of the activities and recreation available across the resort. During the weekend, The Hotel Hershey offers a schedule of family-friendly activities for guests including s'mores roasts, Hershey Character appearances, glow putting and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.

Guests can also enjoy recreation on property, including an indoor pool complex, hiking trails to view the fall foliage, daily fitness classes, disc golf, and an outdoor sports complex.

Arcade at The Hotel Hershey

Test your luck and win prizes in the arcade at The Hotel Hershey, located in The Plaza next to 1933 Restaurant & Tavern! Bring the whole family to play video games, pinball, skee-ball and more. The arcade is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily for visitors, but is open 24 hours for guests using their key card.

Exclusive Hersheypark Benefits

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of the Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and the fifth anniversary of the Dark Nights immersive haunt experience every weekend from Sept. 12 through Nov. 1. View hours here.

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and the fifth-annual Dark Nights, guests can experience five walk-through haunted houses, five scare zones including the brand new Reese's Depot of Doom scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Dark Nights Tasting Pass, with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment.

The Villas At The Hotel Hershey

The Villas offer guests an elevated luxury accommodation experience with refreshed furnishings and unmatched amenities. In summer 2025, The Villas doubled in size bringing guests a total of 19 Villas and 98 sleeping rooms. Amenities include access to an exclusive Concierge Lounge, daily Hersheypark tickets and a One-Day Fast Track per person. The Concierge Lounge can be accessed with a Villa room key from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and includes:

• Continental breakfast
• Snacks and fountain drinks
• Evening hors d’oeuvres with beer and wine plus desserts
• Exclusive Hershey Character appearances and s’mores roasts

View a full schedule for the Villas Concierge Lounge.

More Free Resort Benefits

Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. On weekends from Oct. 16 - Nov. 1 from 6 - 9 p.m., grab your flashlight and explore the Zoo to discover nocturnal animals during Creatures of the Night.
  • Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, beautiful fall foliage and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

Dining

Guests of The Hotel Hershey can find a variety of restaurants on property ranging from grab-and-go to fine dining. Reservations are accepted at select locations.

1933 Restaurant & Tavern

Make sure to check out The Hotel Hershey's newest restaurant, 1933 Restaurant & Tavern. Here, guests can feast on an approachable steakhouse menu and elevated pub fare with bold flavors. Plus, enjoy unique signature cocktails and curated draught beers on tap, as well as a brunch menu that’s served every Sunday. View menu.

Other dining options at The Hotel Hershey include:

• The Circular, The Hotel Hershey's flagship restaurant
• Trevi 5, a modern Italian grill
• Iberian Lounge, serving lite fare and signature chocolate cocktails
• Chef's Market, an all-day café serving coffee, chef-prepared food and decadent chocolate treats on the go

Want to enjoy a delicious meal from the comfort of your room? Guests can order room service from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and choose from a diverse menu of options. To place your order, dial extension 8080.

Dining choices in town include the new Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.

Schedule A Spa Treatment

During your fall getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. Affectionately known as the Chocolate Spa, the spa is famous for its signature chocolate treatments, such as a Whipped Cocoa Bath, Chocolate Fondue Wrap and Cocoa Massage. This fall, guests can also indulge in a collection of decadent pumpkin-inspired treatments perfect for the season. Celebrate the excitement of the fall season with specialty treatments like the Pumpkin Spice Massage, Pumpkin Souffle Hydrating Body Wrap, The Great Pumpkin Facial and more, through Nov. 30. Call 844-330-1797 to book your appointment, or book online on our website.

Bring Home A Sweet Souvenir

After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. So, don't forget to stop inside The Shops At The Hotel Hershey for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel, accessories and more. For that extra retail therapy, shop name brands like lululemon, Vuori and more at the Chic Boutique and HH Studio. Gift bags, baskets and shipping are available for in-store purchase.

Share Your Photos

While you're here, share your fall photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Planning a fall stay? We can't wait to welcome you to enjoy our hospitality and sweet chocolate details around every corner.

Here's a guide to everything you need to know before you go to help prepare for a sweet autumn visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

Your Arrival

From the moment you arrive at Hershey Lodge, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earth starting with check-in. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

The Sweetest Check-In
Did you know that each stay at Hershey Lodge begins with chocolate at check-in? You'll receive a full-size Hershey's bar to start your getaway in the sweetest way. Check-in is after 4 p.m., and check-out is before 11 a.m.

Kids' Check-In
Children can experience their very own check-in on select weekend dates at our Kids' Check-In desk in the lobby, where they are welcome to sign the kids' guest book, participate in a Hershey's candy guessing game and receive a chocolate surprise. Please view our activities schedule for availability.

Housekeeping
For your comfort, we will only enter your guest room to provide housekeeping service upon your request.
To request a refresh cleaning of your guest room simply dial extension 1099 or text 717-282-1153 before 10 p.m. for service on the next day. Our team stands ready to assist with any guest room amenities upon request.

Amenities
Hershey Lodge rooms are equipped with everything you need to feel right at home. Please view our guest room amenities and services here.

Download the HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the Lodge, details on restaurants, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.

ACTIVITIES & RECREATION

During the fall season, Hershey Lodge offers fun family-friendly activities for guests on weekends ranging from s'mores roasts, chocolate bingo, Hershey Character appearances, fall crafts and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.

Guests can also take advantage of recreation amenities on property on weekends, such as basketball, tennis and pickleball, weather permitting.

MAKE A SPLASH AT HERSHEY'S WATER WORKS

Don't forget to pack your swimsuit! Families won't want to miss Hershey's Water Works, an exclusive and complimentary amenity for our overnight guests. Rain or shine, guests can enjoy some sweet indoor fun at our year-round indoor pool complex, featuring interactive water features, such as Twizzlers Twists water slides, Reese's Water Walk, zero-entry pool, sand castle spray zone, basketball hoops and more. The complex also features an indoor arcade and fitness center as well as Cocoa Cabana snack bar.

Exclusive Hersheypark Benefits

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of the Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of Hershey Lodge receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply, present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and the fifth anniversary of the Dark Nights immersive haunt experience every weekend from Sept. 12 through Nov. 1. View hours here.

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and the fifth-annual Dark Nights, guests can experience five walk-through haunted houses, five scare zones including the brand new Reese's Depot of Doom scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Dark Nights Tasting Pass, with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment.

MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS

Save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of Hershey Lodge receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. On weekends from Oct. 16 - Nov. 1 from 6 - 9 p.m., grab your flashlight and explore the Zoo to discover nocturnal animals during Creatures of the Night.
  • Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, beautiful fall foliage and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

DINING

Hershey Lodge offers a variety of delicious dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Visit HersheyLodge.com/Dining for hours and more info. Options include:

• STACKS: A breakfast and lunch restaurant serving dishes stacked high with flavor, ranging from stacks of Buttermilk Pancakes and Belgian Waffles to Double Decker BLTs.
• Fire & Grain: An innovative menu of re-mastered comfort foods and flavorful cocktails for breakfast, dinner and happy hour.
• The Bears’ Den: A sports-themed restaurant with a hockey-rink atmosphere modeled after our hometown team, the Hershey Bears.
• Revelry: Classic and contemporary chophouse fare with premium cuts and the largest wine & spirits list in the house.
• Cocoa Beanery: An all-day coffee shop, serving up eats, ice cream, drinks and treats.
• Cocoa Cabana: An indoor poolside cafe offering a selection of starters, salads, sandwiches and ice cream while guests enjoy Hershey’s Water Works.
• Room Service: Guests can order popular dishes from Fire & Grain, Revelry, and Stacks right to their room from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dining choices in town include the new Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.

For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.

SCHEDULE A SPA TREATMENT

During your getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at MeltSpa by Hershey, our day spa in downtown Hershey. Nothing will get you in the autumn mood quite like the Pumpkin Spice Collection, featuring a Pumpkin Spice Massage, Immersion, Manicure and Pedicure available through Nov. 30. As always, signature Hershey's chocolate treatments and exclusive dark chocolate treatments are available as well. Plan your spa day by calling 855-500-2366 or booking online on our website.

BRING HOME A SWEET SOUVENIR

After a sweet getaway, you will want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. Hershey Lodge has everything you need inside Sweet Memories gift shop for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel, accessories, seasonal items and more. Gift bags, baskets, and shipping are available for in-store purchase.

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS

While you're here, share your sweet fall photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Planning a fall camping getaway? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet campground visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

Your Arrival

Whether you're staying in one of our log or deluxe cabins, tiny homes, parking your RV or pitching a tent along the creek, you're in for a sweet camping experience at Hersheypark Camping Resort. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

What to Bring
In addition to all of your camping supplies, cabin guests are asked to please bring their own supply of linens, pillows, blankets, towels, personal items, dish soap and kitchen linens, such as dish towels and hot pads.

What Not to Bring
Outside firewood is not permitted to be brought into the campground. Once you arrive, firewood can be purchased at our Country Store.

Drive slow
As you pull into the campground, remember to drive slowly. For the safety of children at play, the speed limit throughout the campground is 5 ½ mph (the length in inches of the signature Hershey's chocolate bar!)

Check-In/Check-Out
Upon arrival, check-in at the front desk located inside Historic Landis Barn. Check-in is after 3 p.m. for all campers, and check-out is at 11 a.m. for cabins and 1 p.m. for campsites.

Download HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the campground, details on nearby dining, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.

Amenities

Each site features a picnic table and fire ring for family cookouts and most importantly, s’mores! Additional campground amenities include free WiFi, private restroom and shower facilities, self-service laundry, and a country store that sells firewood, s’mores supplies, coffee, sweet souvenirs and more.

Please note, once temperatures drop below 30°F over the course of three days, water will be shut off for the season. The Historic Landis Barn, which offers a bath house, and our 2-Bedroom Deluxe Cabins and tiny homes will have water year round. A water fill station will be available in the main parking lot.

RECREATION & ACTIVITIES

Once you're settled at your site, be sure to take advantage of our campground's plethora of on-site recreation and activities. Guests can look forward to the return of our popular pumpkin decorating contest, Halloween site decorating contest, costume contest and trick-or-treat trail on weekends starting Friday, Oct. 16. Find our activities schedule here.

Our campground also offers a number of on-site recreational facilities for our campers to enjoy, including an indoor game room, multiple playgrounds, a community s'mores area, shuffleboard, basketball and GaGa ball courts, and more. Please note: Guests are asked to supply their own sports equipment.

EXCLUSIVE HERSHEYPARK BENEFITS

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply, present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and the fifth anniversary of the Dark Nights immersive haunt experience from Sept. 12 through Nov. 1. View hours here.

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and the fifth-annual Dark Nights, guests can experience five walk-through haunted houses, five scare zones including the brand new Reese's Depot of Doom scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Dark Nights Tasting Pass, with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment.

MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS

Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience, and access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. On weekends from Oct. 16 - Nov. 1 from 6 - 9 p.m., grab your flashlight and explore the Zoo to discover nocturnal animals during Creatures of the Night.
  • Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, including more than 5,000 roses in the summer, and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

Dining

Hershey has numerous dining options around town that are worth a visit if you're looking to expand your palate beyond campfire staples like mountain pies and s'mores. In downtown Hershey, you'll find delicious menus at the new Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.

For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.

Bring Home A Sweet Souvenir

After a getaway this sweet, you'll want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. So, don't forget to stop inside Country Store - Sweets & More at the campground to find sweet souvenirs ranging from apparel to mugs to Christmas ornaments and more. The store is also stocked with essentials like camping supplies, s'mores kits and morning coffee for purchase during your stay.

Share Your Photos

While you're here, share your photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Spanning eight weekends from Sept. 12 to Nov. 1, 2026, Pennsylvania's largest amusement park will showcase more than 60 exclusive, themed food and drink creations as part of the seasonal event.

Explore our 2026 Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Foodie Guide for a scary-good lineup of sinister savory dishes, dreadfully delightful desserts and spine-chilling drinks designed to conquer any craving—if you dare!

Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass

The Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass is back by popular demand! Designed to let guests sample ghoulish culinary creations, the pass is valid exclusively during Hersheypark Halloween operating hours. Parkgoers can choose five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and beverages from more than 30 specialty options featured across 11 park locations.

The Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass is $39.99 and can be purchased online or in-person at Guest Services locations. New this year, Tasting Passes are digital only for guest convenience. Guests will receive a barcode via email that can be easily scanned five times.

Every Tasting Pass item is also available for individual purchase. Operating hours, locations and menu items remain subject to change and availability.

The Butcher Shop

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of The Inlet & The Island at Bayside Pier)

Welcome to The Butcher Shop, where the whispers of chilling secrets are deliciously dark.

• Cheesecake Egg Rolls (NEW) - $8.99
  • Deep-fried egg roll filled with cheesecake, served with a strawberry dipping sauce
• Pierogi Bowl (NEW) - $9.99
  • Mini pierogies topped with smoked kielbasa, braised red cabbage, green garlic sour cream and onions
• Pork Dragon Noodle Cup (NEW) - $9.99
  • Rice noodles with ground pork, cucumbers and peanuts, served cold
• Ranch Cheese Curds (NEW) - $9.99
  • Crispy ranch cheese curds served with buffalo aioli
• Pulled Pork Slider - $9.99
  • BBQ pulled pork and crunchy apple coleslaw served on a soft potato roll

Reactor Rations

Located in the Avenue of the Afterlife (at East Coast Burger Works)

Reactor Rations is a place where nature and survival are the only things left.

• Avocado Egg Rolls (NEW) - $10.99
  • Filled with avocado, black beans, corn, vegan chorizo and cream cheese; served with green chili ranch
• Brisket Cuban Sandwich (NEW) - $9.99
  • Potato slider roll with smoked brisket, sliced ham, pickles, mustard aioli and Swiss cheese
• Spicy Peanut Wings (NEW) - $11.99
  • Fried chicken wings tossed in a spicy peanut sauce, topped with chopped peanuts
• Cherry Boba Iced Tea (NEW) - $6.99
  • Sweet iced tea with cherry boba
• Fall Out Fries - $10.99
  • Sweet potato waffle fries topped with green chili carnitas, white cheddar cheese sauce, Pico de Gallo and sour cream

Afterlife Delights

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of The Inlet & The Island at Bayside Pier)

Satisfy your sweet tooth craving with a stop at Afterlife Delights.

• Blackberry Mousse Cup (NEW) - $5.99
  • Butter cookie base layered with blackberry mousse and blackberry sauce
• Tres Leches Cake (NEW) - $4.99
  • Sponge cake soaked in a rich blend of three milks
• Taro Cold Brew (NEW) - $6.99
  • Vanilla cold brew coffee topped with taro cold foam
• Churro Bites with Spiced Chocolate Sauce - $7.99
  • Warm churro bites served with a spiced chocolate sauce

Dips of Decay

Located in Pioneer Frontier (near the entrance to Fahrenheit)

Dunk your chips in some dreadfully delicious dips at Dips of Decay.

• Crab & Corn Dip with Fritos Corn Chips (NEW) - $8.99
  • Warm crab and corn dip served with Fritos
• S'mores Dip with Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips (NEW) - $8.99
  • Chocolate dip with marshmallows and graham cracker crumb served with cinnamon sugar pita chips
• Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cool Ranch Doritos - $8.99
  • Warm buffalo chicken dip served with Cool Ranch Doritos
• Cheeseburger Dip with Tortilla Chips - $8.99
  • Warm cheeseburger dip served with tortilla chips

Berks Dogs of Doom

Located in Pioneer Frontier
Open until Dark Nights closing

Grab yourself a juicy hot dog from Berks and cool down with a Pepsi Slush!

• Birria Dog (NEW) - $9.99
  • Hot dog topped with birria beef, birria aioli and diced onions
• Jalapeño Dog (NEW) - $9.99
  • Hot dog topped with jalapeño popper dip
• Buffalo Dog - $9.99
  • Hot dog topped with ranch seasoned chicken, buffalo cream cheese, celery and pickled onions
• Maple Pecan Blondie (NEW) - $5.99
  • Topped with candied bacon
• Pomegranate Lemonade (NEW) - $6.99
  • Lemonade with a syrup syringe

Dispatch Pizzeria in The Hollow

Located in The Hollow

After a visit to Darkstone's Hollow, stop by Hollow Pizza for some dark and delicious grub, courtesy of the professor himself!

• Skillet Cookie (NEW) - $7.99
  • Warm chocolate chip cookie skillet topped with vanilla ice cream
• Nashville Hot Chicken Flatbread (NEW) - $13.99
  • Flatbread pizza brushed with a creamy garlic parm sauce, topped with shredded mozzarella, Nashville hot chicken, and housemade pickle relish
• Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Corn Dog Nuggets (RETURNING FAVORITE) - $11.99
  • Corn dog nuggets tossed in hot honey and topped with crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos

Spirello Cottage

Located in Founder's Way (across from Monorail)
Open until Dark Nights closing

Spirello Cottage provides a haven for those seeking delicious food.

• Spirellos - $11.99
  • Onion Fondue (NEW)
    • White cheese sauce, onion petals, diced pepperoni
  • Cheddar Bacon
  • Original
  • Pickle Dip
• Cinnamon Apple Cider (NEW) - $6.99
  • Cinnamon apple cider with green apple boba
• Chocolate Potato Chip Crispy (NEW) - $4.99

The Thirsty Ghost

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)

Quench your thirst for a tantalizing cocktail or brew at The Thirst Ghost, available only during Dark Nights. Cheers to the afterlife!

• Pizza Bombs - $11.99
  • House-made pizza dough stuffed with a three cheese blend and thick-cut pepperoni

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket
Hours vary

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor is inspired by Mr. Hershey's early ventures in sweetness that came before his famous chocolate factory.

• Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Cups (NEW) - $7.99
  • Fresh strawberries and house-made cheesecake topped with melted chocolate of your choice
• Cinnamon Sugar Blondie (NEW) - $4.99
• Pumpkin Horchata (NEW) - $6.99
  • Iced horchata with pumpkin cold foam
• Apple Fritters with Vanilla Ice Cream - $6.99
  • Freshly fried apple fritters with powdered sugar and vanilla ice cream

Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)
Open until Dark Nights closing

The air is thick with the sweet scent of the supernatural and the sizzle of bubbling mysteries at Shorty's.

• Fried Eyeballs
  • Fried sandwich cookies topped with gummy eyeballs
• Peanut Butter Explosions
  • Fried peanut butter sandwich cookies topped with peanut butter sauce and marshmallow drizzle

Walking Taco Food Truck

Located in The Hollow

• Fritos Toffee Crunch Cookie (NEW) - $4.99
• Spine-Chili Chicken Walking Taco - $9.99
  • Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos topped with green chili chicken and your choice of Walking Taco toppings

Additional Seasonal Food and Beverage Offerings

Beyond the Tasting Pass lineup, the Hersheypark culinary team has crafted an array of limited-time, only-in-Hersheypark treats and drinks that are worth the trip alone this Halloween season. While these unique offerings are not included with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, each item can be bought individually during the event.

Simply Chocolate

Located in Founder's Way

• Peanut Butter Cookie King Size Shake
  • Reese’s peanut butter King Size Shake topped with a jack-o-lantern peanut butter cookie
• Brownie Marshmallow King Size Shake
  • Chocolate King Size Shake topped with a brownie tombstone and marshmallow ghosts
• Pumpkin Roll King Size Shake
  • Pumpkin King Size Shake topped with a slice of housemade pumpkin roll

As the iconic King Size Shake celebrates its tenth birthday this year, the Birthday King Size Shake will remain available during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights.

Spring Creek Smokehouse

Located in Pioneer Frontier

• BBQ Smoked Wings (NEW)
• Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato Hash
• Pumpkin Pecan Bread Pudding (NEW)
• Seltzer’s Lebanon Bologna Burnt Ends Sandwich (NEW)
• Turkey Leg (RETURNING FAVORITE)
• Chopped Brisket Sandwich

Park Cocktails

Guests ages 21 and older can enjoy a spine-chilling lineup of specialty cocktails.

• The Burning Cleaver
  • Ole Smoky Mango Habanero Whiskey, Pineapple Juice & Starry
• Calavara Margarita
  • El Jimador Silver Tequila & Owens Sparkling Margarita Mix
• Crimson Canary
  • Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Whiskey, Apple Schnapps, Cranberry Juice & Ginger Ale
• Pitstop Pick me Up
  • Chocolate Vodka, Owens Espresso Mix, topped with Cold Foam
• Type O Negative
  • Grey Whale Vodka & Owens Transfusion Mix

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket

• Cinnamon Roll Donut
• Dubai Chocolate Donut
• Espresso Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
• Maple Cookie Ice Cream

The Sweeterie Confectionery Kitchen

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket.
Hours vary

• Fresh-Baked Cookies
  • Brown Sugar Toaster Pastry Cookie
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookie
• Fresh-Baked Cupcakes
  • Apple Butter Cupcake
  • Chai Cupcake - Vegan-Friendly
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcake
  • Turtle-Stuffed Chocolate Cupcake
• Housemade Fudge
  • Apple Cider Donut Fudge
  • Pumpkin Pie Fudge
• Tiramisu Grab-And-Go Cake

Overlook Food Court

Located in Kissing Tower Hill

• Soup Bar: Chicken Enchilada, Chicken Noodle, Loaded Baked Potato, Housemade Mushroom Bisque

Unlock Savings on Halloween Tickets

Guests can experience all the seasonal excitement for less during the Hersheypark Halloween Pre-Sale by securing their admission online. Tickets start at just $36.99 when you pick the day of the week of your visit. One-Day Any Day Halloween tickets are also available for $54.99, offering flexibility to attend on any public operating day through Nov. 1, 2026.

Every Hersheypark ticket grants full access to five haunted houses and five scare zones—featuring the debut of Reese's Depot Of Doom—plus 50 rides and dark coasters, the Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail and much more.

Discover Spirit's Rooftop Bar

Hungry for more? Get a second helping at Spirit's Rooftop Bar at The Chocolatier! Back for another spine-tingling season, this haunted rooftop experience offers breathtaking views perched high above Hershey's Chocolatetown. Opening at 4:30 p.m. on all operating days for Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, it's the perfect spot to elevate your evening. Stay tuned for the Spirit's Rooftop Bar Foodie Guide, where we'll reveal all the spooktacular menu details!

Don't forget to capture your favorite moments! Share your top food choices on social media using #Hersheypark and #HersheyparkEats throughout your visit.

Spanning nearly 25 days and including Halloween night, a single ticket grants guests access to more than 50 rides and dark coaster experiences, Hershey’s Trick Or Treat Trail, live entertainment, five haunted houses and five scare zones. Visitors can also indulge in exclusive seasonal food and beverage offerings—including themed menu items along the Avenue Of The Afterlife path—or opt for the fan-favorite Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass.

Hersheypark Halloween is recognized as one of the top Halloween events in the country. The seasonal experience was just nominated for the USA TODAY 10Best Theme Park Halloween Event for 2026, with daily voting open through Sept. 21 at noon. 

Hersheypark Halloween event hours are 5-10 p.m. on Fridays (beginning Sept. 18), 12-10 p.m. on Saturdays and 12-9 p.m. on Sundays. Dark Nights begins each night at 6 p.m. and extends one hour after the Park closes, running Fridays and Saturdays until 11 p.m. and Sundays until 10 p.m.

Dark Nights Presented by Reese’s and Kit Kat®

Dark Nights at Hersheypark Halloween returns for its fifth year of spine-tingling haunts nightly at 6 p.m. Dark Nights features five haunted houses with evolved stories.

• Kill ‘N Fill Garage: The lights are back on at the Kill ‘N Fill Garage, but it’s not for a tune-up. The group of killers has returned, trading grease for blood and bringing reinforcements. Navigate the wreckage of the body shop and a gore-soaked car wash as the cries of bending metal drown out the screams. They aren't fixing cars anymore; they're stripping you for parts.
• Estate of Evil: A long-forgotten room has been discovered, and there’s a reason it has been sealed away for generations. Enter with caution; a collection of never-before-seen horrors awaits you, and it will leave you questioning what monster would curate these malevolent mementos.
• Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir: Auntie Mortem has a new partner and now features prime beef, but the secret to the specialty sausage is how it blends old family flavors with the fresh stock entering the back room. The blades are sharper, the floor is slicker, and the meat is fresher than ever.
• Twisted Carnevil: The Hypnotist presides over the never-ending hall of illusions where greasepaint drips like blood. Punchlines echo through the dark, but with a jagged edge as he stitches together his most sinister act yet.
• Haunted Coal Mine: Drip… drip…. drip. Something dark is flooding the mine. Something new is crawling out of the black water. The mud is moving, and the mine is hungry for more than just oxygen. Escape before the murky waters drag you further down.

Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways will transform into five scare zones - more than ever before - each evening for guests to come face to face with the creatures that haunt their nightmares.

• NEW Reese’s Depot Of Doom: Follow the fractured tracks of the Reese’s Depot Of Doom, but beware. The freight yard may look abandoned, but it comes alive at night with shadowy trespassers starving for company. Navigate the fog-drenched boxcars with caution. Will you escape the Depot, or will you be doomed forever?
• Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse: The whispers have come to a roaring bubble. It’s true: the coven has grown. Prepare for all-new rituals and spells, but heed this warning: the newest converts hold an unimaginable darkness.
• Fallout Zone: The green fog has yet to be contained. Chaos continues to rise, and the peak of destruction is still on the hazy horizon. Fight through the dense smog to unearth the souls that were left to survive the wreckage.
• Midway Of Misery: The Midway Of Misery remains under The Decayed Brigade’s regime. Escape beyond the fiery arches but stay alert, the creatures that lurk within are faster, fiercer and each spark and scrape brings louder screams.
• Darkstone’s Hollow: Darkstone’s victory was a delusion. Jezebeth has returned to reclaim her throne, igniting a brutal battle in the shadows. Traitorous secrets are spilling, and the creatures are clashing. Choose your side wisely. The real war begins now.

Hersheypark Halloween

For more than 40 years, the fall season has meant sweet Halloween fun at Hersheypark. Guests of all ages can experience Hersheypark Halloween as they play by day and fright by night with the following family-friendly offerings:

• Thrills on more than 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting)
• Dark rides on select coasters during the last hour of Hersheypark Halloween operation, plus lights-out rides on Laff Trakk indoor coaster during all Hersheypark Halloween operating hours
• Trick-or-treating with 14 stops (10 in Treatville region and four at Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction) for guests 12 and under
• Meet and greets with select Hershey Characters dressed in their Halloween costumes at Hershey’s Hangout and Reese’s Cuphouse during the day
• NEW Monster Meet & Shriek show offered nightly in the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre venue to meet featured creatures from the haunted houses and scare zones
• Avenue of the Afterlife to dance, dine and celebrate the season with Hershey Characters (new location) and a crew of family-friendly creatures

The original Creatures Of The Night flashlight tour will also return to ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park for three weekends starting Oct. 16. The Halloween-themed, after-hours experience features a special nighttime flashlight tour and new themed activities included with admission.

Limited-Time Culinary Creations and Retail

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights will feature an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 60 scary good eats and spell-binding drinks. Guests can taste five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and drinks with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass. New items include Flamin' Hot Cheetos Corn Dog Nuggets, Brisket Cuban Sandwich, Tres Leches Cake and Pumpkin Horchata. Stay tuned to the Hersheypark social media channels for official reveals in early September.

Located in the Hershey’s Chocolatetown region, The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio will bring back Spirit’s Rooftop Bar, a rooftop rendezvous available during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days. The all-new menu features 10 savory items, including an Auntie Mortem’s Butcher Block with wagyu brisket pastrami, duck breast prosciutto, smoked chive liver pâté, spicy soppressata, crostini and dips. Back by popular demand is the Carnevil Wheel, with new items including Diesel Smoked Wings, Marksman’s Empanadas and Burnt Rubber Elote Dip, to name a few.

Guests ages 21 and older can also enjoy theatrical cocktail presentations, such as drinks served through a vintage TV screen, in beakers and syringes, inside decanters brimming with heavy fog and illuminated by black light, or in a retro cooler with red party cups. Select beverages feature dramatic touches like theater-style kettle corn, a flaming sugar cube, or swirling silver luster dust designed to mirror the look of a flickering television set.

Visitors can bring home a ghostly keepsake from Dark Nights with new, event-exclusive branded merchandise to be unveiled as the season approaches.

Ticketing Information

Hersheypark Halloween admission includes access to the Dark Nights haunted houses and scare zones, more than 50 rides and attractions, Hersheypark Halloween entertainment and ZooAmerica when guests enter through Hersheypark during Park hours. Hersheypark Halloween pre-sale tickets are available now, starting at $36.99 when you pick your day on Hersheypark.com. One-Day Any Day Halloween tickets are also available for $54.99, giving guests the flexibility to visit on any Hersheypark Halloween public operating day. Current 2026 Season Pass Holders can enjoy unlimited visits to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights.

Guests can get to the scares faster with Fast Track program, enhance their experience with Halloween Cabanas and enjoy limited-time food and beverages with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass - all available for purchase now.

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

During the Halloween season, guests can extend their stay in Hershey, Pennsylvania, at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark: The Hotel Hershey luxury accommodation, including The Villas at The Hotel Hershey experience, Hershey Lodge resort, Hersheypark Camping Resort campground and the all-new Hershey Inn & Suites. All guests receive Free Resort Benefits like free front gate shuttle service and Preview Plan hours. Overnight guests of Hershey Lodge receive exclusive access to Hershey’s Water Works at Hershey Lodge indoor pool complex. Hersheypark Halloween One-Day and Two-Day packages, and a Dark Nights Two-Night package are now available.

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 8, at 10 a.m. They can be purchased online at www.Ticketmaster.com.

Set to the enchanting music of Sergei Prokofiev, the production brings the beloved fairytale to life through expressive choreography, vibrant storytelling and a refined European artistic style. Featuring hand-painted scenery created by artists from across Europe and costumes designed by European designers, the stage transforms into a world of fantasy, elegance and wonder. 

Cinderella is presented in a dynamic, Broadway-style format that blends classical ballet technique with theatrical storytelling, making it engaging for audiences of all ages. The production moves at an exciting pace, filled with charm, humor and emotional depth. The cast features dancers from across Europe and leading soloists from Ukraine.

For more information, please visit www.HersheyTheatre.com.

Follow along for a breakdown of what you need to know if you're planning to visit the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania during Fall Weekend 2025.

Enjoy Extra Thrills on Select Rides and Coasters

More than 40 rides, including seven coasters, are slated to be open on Nov. 8-9, weather and maintenance permitting. Guests can enjoy extra thrills on Candymonium, Wildcat's Revenge, sooperdooperLooper, the new-for-2025 Twizzlers Twisted Gravity Screamin' Swing and more. 

View the list of participating attractions during Fall Weekend 2025.

See the Animals

ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 8-9. Entrance to the 11-acre Zoo is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark when guests enter via the bridge in the Kissing Tower Hill region during posted Park hours.

Guests can also attend the Our Friends from the Sea show, featuring California sea lions and Atlantic harbor seals, in the Aquatheatre inside Hersheypark. The show is offered both days of Fall Weekend at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., followed by the add-on Fish Feed and Photo programs. 

For animal lovers interested in getting up close and personal with the mammals, the Touch & Feed program is offered at 3 p.m. for $125 per person. Participants have the opportunity to feed and give a back rub to one of the seals or sea lions, take a commemorative photo, tour off-exhibit areas and receive preferred seating for the show.

Grab a Bite to Eat

Guests can grab a bite to eat at select dining locations throughout the Park, including 1906 Grill, 8-Cut Crust, Chickie's & Pete's Overlook Food Court, Philly Cheesesteak Co. on the roll and more. 

Those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth can enjoy King Size Shakes, funnel cakes and a wide variety of other treats from Simply Chocolate, Milton's Ice Cream Parlor and more. 

View the list of participating dining locations during Fall Weekend 2025.

Enjoy a Meal at The Chocolatier

The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio is open daily, including both Fall Weekend days and provides a break from the hustle and bustle of Hersheypark with a Fun To Table meal. Enjoy classics like the Ferris Wheel Sampler and the Chocolatetown Burger, or try the fall flavors of the latest seasonal menu. Add in a signature dessert or a unique cocktail (for guests ages 21 and older) for the perfect lunch or dinner!

Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made online. 

Meet the Characters

Hersheypark is the only amusement park in the world where guests can snap a selfie with Hershey candy characters. During Fall Weekend, select Character meet and greets will take place at Hersh’s Hangout from 12:30-7:15 p.m. 

Save on Tickets

There's still plenty of time to experience sweet thrills this year at Hersheypark! Guests can save more than 45 percent during our Christmas Candylane Pre-Sale. Tickets purchased through the Pre-Sale are valid on any public operating day from Nov. 8, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026, which includes Fall Weekend.

We can't wait to see you for a bonus weekend of Fall fun before the start of Christmas Candylane on Nov. 14!

The Chocolatier is open daily during lunch and dinner for guests to dine and explore all of the new sweet and savory additions to the menu. Reservations can be made online. 

Fall Harvest Salad

• Baby Kale, Radicchio, Quinoa, Honey Roasted Cauliflower, Honeycrisp Apple, Goat Cheese, Pepitas, Maple Vinaigrette

Whipped Feta

• Heath Toffee Bar & Pecan Crumble, Hot Honey Drizzle, Fresh Thyme, Crostini

Roasted Squash Risotto (VG)

• Butternut Squash, Chopped Pecans, Parmesan, Baby Kale, Sage Oil

Pumpkin Cheesecake (GF)

• Gluten Friendly Spiced Cookie Crust, Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling, Whipped Cream, Caramel Sauce

Bourbon Pecan Blondie Pie

• Shortbread Crust, Bourbon Chocolate Chip Pecan Blondie, Pecan Pie Filling, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce

Cocktails

• Sweater Weather Sangria: Canyon Road Cabernet, Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey, Blood Orange Puree, Apple Juice, Diced Apple Garnish
• Fall 75: Gray Whale Gin, Spiced Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice, Prosecco
• Cider Bourbon Fizz: Makers Mark Bourbon, Hard Apple Cider, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
• Pear & Ginger Margarita: Corralejo Tequila, Pear Juice, Ginger Liqueur, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Pear Slice & Candied Ginger Garnish
• Caramel Apple Mule: Caramel Vodka, Sour Apple Schnapps, Lemon Juice, Ginger Beer
• Maple Pecan Smoked Old Fashioned: Jim Beam, Maple Syrup, Pecan Syrup, Orange Bitters, Orange Twist, Pecan Garnish
• Liquid Ghost: Don Q Cristal Rum, Vanilla Vodka, Coconut Monin, Soft Serve, Orange Sugar & Ghost Marshmallow Garnish
• Live Bait: Chocolate Vodka, Dark Creme De Cacao, Coffee Liqueur, Chocolate Bitters, Cookie Rim & Gummy Worm Garnish
• Jack-O-Presso: Vanilla Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Pumpkin Spice Syrup, Espresso, Bailey's, Soft Serve

Don't forget to share your favorite #HersheyparkEats photos with us on social, tagging @HersheyparkEats and using #HersheyparkEats for a chance to be featured!

The USA TODAY  Top 10Best theme park Halloween event continues to offer kid-friendly rides, chocolatey trick-or-treat adventures, festive Hershey Character experiences and more for families as part of Hersheypark Halloween before the immersive haunt experience begins at 6 p.m. Guests with young ghosts and goblins can use this guide of family-friendly things to do at Hersheypark Halloween to help plan their last visits of the spooky season. 

1. Enjoy a Thrill on Attractions for All Ages

Hersheypark Halloween tickets include access to 50 rides, weather and maintenance permitting, with options for all Hershey height categories, from more than 40 kiddie and family rides to over a dozen thrilling coasters. 

Thrill seekers in the family are in for a real treat, as the lights go out for dark rides on Candymonium, Comet, Lightning Racer and Wildcat's Revenge during the last hour of Hersheypark Halloween operation. This is also the first Hersheypark Halloween season for Twizzlers Twisted Gravity, the World's Tallest Screamin' Swing, which features a special light package to get your nighttime adrenaline pumping. 

This weekend is also the last chance to get rides on select high-thrill coasters before they close for winter maintenance ahead of the 2026 operating season. Check out this list of the coasters that will give their final rides of the year on Nov. 2 and won't return until the start of Spring Weekends.

Please note that select kiddie and family rides may close by 5 p.m. before the start of Dark Nights. These attractions include Granny Bugs, Music Express, Pony Parade, Red Baron and Trailblazer. Guests can download the Hersheypark app for a map and real-time ride availability.

2. Take a Ride on the All-New Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk

New for 2025, fans of Laff Trakk indoor coaster can experience the ride like never before as it evolves into Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk for the Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights season. This unique partnership between Hersheypark and The Hershey Company's Shaq-A-Licious brand features glowing visuals, amped-up audio and immersive graphic displays that capture the candy’s playful spirit. The themed overlay of Laff Trakk includes graphics, lighting and enhanced audio-visual treatments, including curated voice-over provided by Shaquille O’Neal, marking the first-of-its-kind coaster overlay.

3. Go Trick-or-Treating (for Guests 12 and Under)

There’s no sweeter place to trick-or-treat than Hersheypark! Children 12 and under are invited to wear a Halloween costume* and enjoy 14 sweet stops on the Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail. The Trail winds from Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction with four stops to Treatville at The Boardwalk At Hersheypark region with 10 candy stops, including an exclusive Shaq-A-Licious treat location.

Treatville is open at the start of each operating day until 8:30 p.m., including Halloween night on Friday, Oct. 31. The path begins at The Boardwalk main entrance across from Fallout Zone and Estate of Evil and winds throughout the water park with fun photo spots and a hay maze. 

A sweet surprise - all guests regardless of age can trick-or-treat through Treatville on Halloween, Oct. 31!

*Costume Policy

• All guests: Costumes that may cause confusion between the Dark Nights actors and guests are not permitted. Additionally, except as otherwise noted below, costumes are permitted on attractions provided they do not interfere with the restraint system, proper riding position, or cause a hazard to guests, employees, and/or the attraction. The loose articles policy for each attraction can be found under the “Additional Restrictions/Accessibility” link located on the information pages for each attraction on Hersheypark’s website, in the Rider Safety & Accessibility Guide, and on the Height Signs located at each attraction. Failure to adhere to the Hersheypark Costume Policy may result in the costume not being permitted or guest removal from the Park.
• Guests age 12 and under: Costumes and costume masks that provide unobstructed peripheral vision at all times with openings that allow the eyes to be fully seen may be worn. Costume masks are not allowed to be worn on any attractions. Having a fully painted face is permitted. This applies to guests who come to Hersheypark in makeup and also to guests who have their faces painted by the Park’s face painters.
• Guests age 13 and older: Costumes may be worn but must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, revealing, objectionable, violent, or otherwise disrupt the general safety of guests or employees. Costumes may not contain any props or accessories that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another guest. Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening. Costumes may not drag on the ground as they could be a trip hazard. Costume masks are not permitted, but guests may have up to half of their face painted provided that it does not alter their identity.

4. Dance with the Hershey Characters at Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball

Join the Hersheypark ghosts and ghouls for the time of their afterlives as they choose the Monster Of The Year at the third annual Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball. Hersh takes the mic and leads the creatures through a spooky pageant that includes three new musical sections. 

Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball is offered each day of Hersheypark Halloween inside the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre, with three times on Fridays and four times on Saturdays and Sundays. Showtimes on Fridays are 6, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Showtimes on Saturdays and Sundays are 4, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.

View our Guide to Family Entertainment for more details. 

5. Snap a Family Photo with the Hershey Characters

Hersheypark is the only amusement park where guests can snap selfies with Hershey Characters dressed in Halloween costumes. Sweet Greet opportunities at Hershey’s Hangout with Hershey Bar, Miss Kiss, Reese, Ice Breaker and Kit Kat are listed in the Hersheypark app. Don’t forget to tag us in your photos using #HersheyparkHalloween!

Explore other top photo spots throughout the Park, including the final curtain call for The Descent. 

6. Stroll Through Avenue of the Afterlife

For guests who want to experience Dark Nights thrills without any chills, there's no need to fear! Families can take a walk down the Avenue of the Afterlife, conveniently located in The Boardwalk. This scare-free zone is the place to dance and dine amongst the soulless who wander through the fog. Guests can purchase exclusive food, join a DJ dance party and watch wicked-fun street performances, including fire breathers and acrobats - all while skipping the scares! 

View our Avenue of the Afterlife Guide for showtimes and more details.

7. See Aquatic Animals at Our Friends From The Sea Show

Guests can see California sea lions and Atlantic harbor seals during the Our Friends From The Sea show in the Aquatheatre at 2 and 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Please note there are no shows on Fridays.

8. Satisfy Your Cravings with New Dining Experiences

Guests often come for the rides but stay for the sweets at Hersheypark, and Halloween is no different. Hersheypark offers a taste of fall with more than 50 limited-time treats, savory eats and cocktails available during Hersheypark Halloween. Instagram-worthy items include a Halloween-themed King Size Shake topped with baked goods, KILLbassa bowl, Fall Out Fries and so much more! 

View our 2025 Foodie Guide to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights to eat your way through Hersheypark.

Guests can also sample some of the frightfully delicious food offerings available during Dark Nights with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, which includes a choice of up to five specialty menu items from more than 30 food and beverage options throughout the Park, such as the Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles, Bee Sting Wings and more. The Tasting Pass is $37.95 plus tax and can be purchased online before a visit or at any Guest Services location throughout the Park. Please note that the last day to use the Tasting Pass is Nov. 2 - don't miss out on the hauntingly good eats!

Check out our Guide to the 2025 Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass.

9. Explore Dark Nights Haunted Houses and Scare Zones

If your family wants to give scare a try, the nightmare continues for Dark Nights in its fourth year with new, blood-curdling frights lurking about beginning nightly at 6 p.m. A Hersheypark Halloween ticket or 2025 Hersheypark Season Pass includes Dark Nights admission with five haunted houses and four spine-chilling scare zones that vary in intensity. 

New in 2025 is the Kill ‘N Fill Garage Haunted House. Fueled by evil, killers have taken over the abandoned Kill ’N Fill Garage, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Also new is Path of Shadows Coven's Curse, a scare zone featuring three mysterious witches. 

Some aspects of the experience may be too intense for children younger than 13. Parental discretion and guidance are advised. 

Explore the Haunt Guide to Dark Nights for more details.

10. Visit ZooAmerica for Creatures of The Night (Starting Oct. 3)

Guests should bring their flashlight and curiosity, because ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is getting in on the Halloween action as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of Creatures of the Night! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this fall, with the Creatures Of The Night event running five weekends on Fridays and Saturdays from Oct. 3 to Nov. 1. The Halloween-themed experience from 6-9 p.m. is the only time of year that ZooAmerica is open after dark for visitors to explore the Zoo by flashlight to see their favorite nocturnal animals under the cover of nightfall and enjoy educational activities. 

View the Creatures Of The Night 2025 Guide for more details. 

ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark Halloween when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. Guests interested in visiting ZooAmerica before Hersheypark opens will have to purchase a separate Zoo admission here.

11. Book a Fall Getaway

Visitors looking to treat the family to a Halloween weekend in The Sweetest Place On Earth can book the perfect fall getaway at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark, with rates available online. 

The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge offers several Halloween packages, including a Dark Nights package featuring two nights of deluxe accommodations, a two-day Hersheypark ticket, breakfast each day, Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Passes and Dark Nights Haunted House Fast Track Passes for each guest. 

All guests of The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge or Hersheypark Camping Resort receive FREE Resort Benefits, including the best price on Hersheypark tickets, extra hours at the Park with Preview Plan, and free front-gate shuttle service to the all-new exclusive resort drop-off location. 

Great ticket deals, including a Family 4-Pack, are available on Hersheypark.com. Hersheypark Halloween tickets include 50 rides (weather and maintenance permitting), five Dark Nights haunted houses, four scare zones, thrilling dark ride opportunities and Halloween entertainment. 2025 Season Pass Holders enjoy unlimited visits to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights as part of their year-long perks.

Hersheypark & Hershey's Chocolatetown

Guests can find pumpkins all throughout Pennsylvania's largest amusement park during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights presented by Reese's and Kit Kat®, open on weekends through Nov. 2, 2025. This seasonal event features thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather permitting), a Treatville trick-or-treat trail for children 12 and under, Hershey's Character Glow Dance Parties, five Dark Nights haunted houses, four scare zones and more. 

On National Pumpkin Day, Hersheypark Halloween is open 12-9 p.m. and Dark Nights runs from 6-10 p.m.

Grab some delicious items throughout the Park and visit Hershey’s Chocolatetown to enjoy unique pumpkin sweets this season. 

Simply Chocolate 

Located in the Founder’s Way area of Hersheypark, Simply Chocolate offers a signature Hershey experience with their award-winning King Size Shakes. This season, slurp down the Pumpkin King Size Shake, a pumpkin-flavored milkshake topped with a slice of pumpkin cheesecake.

The Chocolatier Restaurant Bar + Patio 

The Chocolatier Restaurant Bar + Patio is a fun-to-table restaurant serving classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate from 11 a.m to 10 p.m. on Oct. 26. For National Pumpkin Day, try the Gluten Friendly Pumpkin Cheesecake and the Jack-O-Presso cocktail from their new fall menu.

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Enjoy custom-made ice cream creations crafted by expert Ice Creamologists or savory bites at Milton’s Ice Cream Parlor. For a limited time, try the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Blondie, available with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, or the all-new Pumpkin Donut. Milton's is open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 26. A Hersheypark ticket is not required to visit the Ice Cream Parlor.

The Spas in Hershey

The Spa At The Hotel Hershey resort spa and MeltSpa by Hershey day spa are offering pumpkin spice treatments through Nov. 30! Unwind at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey with fall seasonal treatments like the Pumpkin Spice Massage, Pumpkin Souffle Hydrating Body Wrap or The Great Pumpkin Facial. Or, visit MeltSpa by Hershey and warm up with the Pumpkin Spice Collection, featuring treatments such as Pumpkin Spice Manicure and Pedicure, Pumpkin Spice Body Wrap and Pumpkin Whip Perfecting Facial. 

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

Restaurants at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark are geared up for fall with new seasonal menus, featuring pumpkin items at select dining locations.

Hershey Lodge

Treat yourself to a Pumpkin Spice Latte or Pumpkin Spice Shaken Espresso at Cocoa Beanery, an all-day coffee shop located in the lobby of Hershey Lodge. Or, try the Pumpkin Spice Ultimate Milkshake to satisfy your sweet tooth.  

The Hotel Hershey

Visit The Circular, the flagship restaurant of The Hotel Hershey, for their Pumpkin and Pecans dessert, featuring pumpkin and buttermilk panna cottas, smoky pecans and cinnamon pecan gelato. Or, head to Chef's Market, the hotel's all-day cafe, for their Pumpkin Macaron Tower.

Hersheypark Camping Resort

Those camping on weekends Oct. 24 - Nov. 2 can look forward to the popular pumpkin decorating contest at Hersheypark Camping Resort!

Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens

Hershey Gardens is hosting a Pumpkin Palooza from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 25-26! Pumpkin Palooza will feature more than 200 hand-painted pumpkins, walk-through pumpkin arches, a 14-foot pumpkin “tree” and three pumpkin mosaics. Visitors can also enjoy 1,400 blooming mums and displays of gourds, hay bales and ornamental grasses as well as up-close animal interactions in the Creepy Creatures Gallery. 

Spirit's Rooftop Bar is available starting at 4:30 p.m. during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days through Nov. 2, 2025, weather permitting. Seating is first-come, first-served. Reservations are not accepted. 

Dare to check out the Foodie Guide to Spirit's Rooftop Bar, featuring a dozen limited-time spell-binding cocktails, sinful shareables and dreadfully delicious desserts to enjoy as spirits haunt the scarred.

Spirit's Rooftop Bar Cocktails

Guests who dare to venture upstairs will find spirits both real and imagined. This year, Spirit's Rooftop Bar features ten new cocktail creations! The following cocktails are available for guests ages 21 and older.

• Transmission Fluid: Hidden Still Vodka, Blue Curacao, Cranberry Juice, Lime Juice, Starry Soda - Serves two
• Firebreather: Spiced Rum, Blackberry Liqueur, Lemon, Charred Orange Wheel, Fire Cube
• Toxic Waste: Corralejo Tequila, Melon Liqueur, St-Germain, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer, Tonic
• Spider Venom: Martell Cognac, Cherry Puree, Simple Syrup, Orange Bitters
• Cup O' Spirits: Wakame Miso Broth, Sake, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Juice, Soy Sauce, Sesame Seeds, Cucumber Water - Served warm
• The Inkmaster: Gray Whale Gin, Blue Curacao, Blackberry Liqueur, Lime Juice, Midnight Shimmer Glitter
• The Sleeping Spell: Jim Beam, Chamomile Tea, Lemon Juice, Peach Bitters, Edible Gold Flakes
• Ember Witch Margarita: Corralejo Tequila, Mezcal, Lime, Agave, Pineapple Soda, Jalapeño Ice, Tajin Rim
• Bloody Mary, Bloody Mary: Hidden Still Vodka, House Mix, Gas Station Hot Dog, Jerky, Celery & Cheese Stick Garnishes
• Spirits on the Rooftop: Spiced Rum, Lime Juice, Mint Simple, Angostura Bitters, Brain Garnish

Along with these new creations, two fan-favorite spirits have returned for another year above the rooftops:

• Witch's Potion: Raspberry Vodka, Blue Curacao, Lime Juice, Starry, Blue Shimmer
• Graveyard Sunrise: Ghost Pepper Tequila, Blood Orange Puree, Orange Juice, Grenadine, Smoke Bubble

The younger goblins can enjoy Blood Bank Mocktails, available for purchase on the patio.

• Black
• Orange
• Purple
• Red

Spirit's Rooftop Bar Shareables

A selection of shareables is available to feed guests' fears while gargoyles watch over their every move. 

• Tombstone Taquitos (NEW): Jalapeño Lime Crema, Cilantro
• Chop Shop Sliders (NEW): Bison Sliders, White Cheddar, Raspberry-Habanero BBQ, Pepperoncini “Stake” Fries
• Spare Tires (NEW): Charcoal Dusted Onion Rings, Smoky Mezcal BBQ
• Lug Nuts (NEW): Cheesy Tots, Paprika & Black Cocoa “Rust”
• Gas Station Sushi (NEW): Spicy Tuna Salad, Nacho Cheese Crust, Toxic Mayo
• Twisted Nachos (NEW): Tortilla Chips, Shredded Beef Jerky, Cheese Sauce, Pork Rinds, Jalapeño, Hot Pickle Ranch
• Wheel of Misery: Tombstone Taquitos, Lug Nuts, Pickle Dip, Midnight Mozzarella Moons, Bacon Bites

Spirit's Rooftop Bar Desserts

Guests should save room for two all-new, dreadfully delicious desserts to satisfy their sweet tooth.

• Flamin' Midway Brownie: Chocolate Brownie, Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel Sauce, Chocolate Skull, Spiced Rum - Torched Tableside
• Pit Stop Slush: Cherry Milkshake, Powdered Donut, Twizzlers Twists, Beef Jerky

To add to the spooky ambiance, horror movies are screened without sound on the patio. View the movie schedule and complete Spirit's menu here.

To keep up with all the sweet and spooky food news, follow @HersheyparkEats on Instagram and @TheChocolatierHersheypark on Facebook. During your visit, be sure to tag us on social media using #HersheyparkEats, and let us know your favorite items this season. 

Don't forget to check out the 2025 Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Foodie Guide for more than 50 other eats and treats available throughout the eight-weekend seasonal event.

The seasonal event runs through Nov. 2 and guests can feed their fears with exclusive, themed food and beverage offerings throughout the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania. 

From savory eats to dreadfully-decadent desserts and spine-chilling cocktails, our 2025 Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Foodie Guide will satisfy any craving. Read on if you dare!

Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass

Back by popular demand, the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass returns for another year to give guests a taste of the ghoulish offerings available during Hersheypark Halloween operating hours only. Parkgoers can choose five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and drinks from more than 30 specialty options available at 12 different locations throughout Hersheypark. 

The Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass is $37.95 and can be purchased online or in person at Guest Services locations. Guests who purchase online can pick up their Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass at Guest Services locations. All of the Tasting Pass items can also be purchased separately without needing a Tasting Pass. Please note that all of the F&B offerings, as well as location operating hours, are subject to change and availability.

The Butcher Shop

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of Sandcastle Cove)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

Welcome to The Butcher Shop where the whispers of chilling secrets are deliciously dark.

• Lucifer Mozzarella Sticks (NEW)
• Blood Splatter Cupcake (NEW)
• KILLbasa Bowl: White Rice, Cabbage, Tomatoes and Kielbasa
• Pulled Pork Slider

Reactor Rations

Located in Avenue of the Afterlife (at East Coast Burger Works)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes

Reactor Rations is a place where nature and survival are the only things left.

• Fall Out Fries (NEW): Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Green Chili Carnitas, White Cheese Sauce, Pico, Sour Cream
• Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles (NEW): Nashville Hot Chicken, Belgian Waffle, Giardiniera, Smoked Tomato Ranch
• Flamin' Hot Cheetos Mac and Cheese Ball (NEW)
• Hot Horseradish Wings (NEW)
• Blueberry Boba Iced Tea

Afterlife Delights

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of Sandcastle Cove)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

Satisfy your sweet tooth craving with a stop at Afterlife Delights.

• Conchas with Icing (NEW)
• Churro Bites with Spiced Chocolate Sauce (NEW)
• Red Velvet Cold Brew (NEW)
• Cherry Cheesecake Jar: Chocolate sandwich cookie base, cheesecake mousse, and cherry pie filling topped with a gummy skull

Dips of Decay

Located in Pioneer Frontier (near the entrance to Fahrenheit)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes

Dunk your chips in some dreadfully-delicious dips at Dips Of Decay.

• Cheeseburger Dip with Tortilla Chips (NEW)
• Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cool Ranch Doritos
• Brownie Batter Dip with Pretzel Twists
• Spinach & Bacon Dip with Pita Chips

Berks Dogs of Doom

Located in Pioneer Frontier
Open from 12 p.m. until a half hour after Hersheypark Halloween closes

Grab yourself a juicy hot dog from Berks and cool down with a Pepsi Slush!

• Dragonfruit Lemonade Mocktail (NEW)
• Peanut Butter Puppy Chow (NEW)
• Buffalo Dog (NEW): Ranch seasoned chicken, buffalo cream cheese, pickled onions and celery
• Red Velvet Cookies & Scream Brownie
• Swamp Dog: Hot dog with spicy pickle, smoked olive ranch, bacon

Dispatch - Hollow Pizza

Located in The Hollow
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

After a visit through Darkstone's Hollow, stop by Hollow Pizza for some dark and delicious grub, courtesy of the professor himself! 

• Pepperjack Cheese Cubes with Marinara (NEW)
• Pumpkin Whoopie Pie (NEW)
• Bee Sting Wings: Honey Habanero Chicken Wings
• Terror Tots

Spirello Cottage

Located in Founder's Way (across from Monorail)
Open from 2 p.m. until a half hour after Hersheypark Halloween closes

Spirello Cottage provides a haven for those seeking delicious food.

• Garlic Parmesan Spirello
• Original Spirello
• Cheddar Bacon Spirello
• Buffalo Chicken Dip Spirello
• Witches Hat Crispy Rice Treat
• Brown Sugar Apple Cider Boba

Moonlight Libations 

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

Quench your thirst for a tantalizing cocktail or brew at Moonlight Libations, available only during Dark Nights. Cheers to the afterlife!

• Pizza Bombs: Warm pizza dough stuffed with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket
Hours vary

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor is inspired by Mr. Hershey's early ventures in sweetness that came before his famous chocolate factory.

• Apple Fritters With Vanilla Ice Cream (NEW)
• Caramel Sliced Apples (NEW)
• Marshmallow Magic (NEW): Root Beer Dirty Soda
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Blondie

Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer 

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

The air is thick with the sweet scent of the supernatural and the sizzle of bubbling mysteries at Shorty's.

• Fried Oreo Eyeballs: Fried Oreos topped with gummy eyeballs
• Peanut Butter Explosions: Fried Nutter Butters topped with peanut butter sauce and marshmallow drizzle

Walking Taco Food Truck 

Located in the The Hollow
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes.

• Walking Dread Taco (NEW): Green Chile Chicken Walking Taco with Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos
• Walking Apple Pie (NEW): Grandma's Vanilla Sandwich Cookies, Apple Pie Filling, Vanilla Creme Anglaise

Estate of Evil Bar

Located in the Fallout Zone
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Cheesy Bacon Ranch Snack Mix (NEW)

Other Festive Food and Beverage Offerings

The Hersheypark culinary team is also twisting up other limited-time, unique-to-Hersheypark food and beverage offerings that are worth the trip alone this Halloween season. The following items are not available on the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass but can be purchased separately throughout the seasonal event. 

Simply Chocolate 

Located in Founder's Way

• Pumpkin King Size Shake (NEW): Pumpkin milkshake topped with chocolate covered pretzels and a slice of pumpkin cheesecake
• Peanut Butter King Size Shake (NEW): pumpkin milkshake topped with chocolate covered pretzels and a peanut butter spider blondie bar
• Shaq-A-Licious Shake (NEW): Wildberry flavored milkshake topped with Shaq-A-Licious Gummies and a sugar cookie

The fan favorite Chocolate Overload King Size Shake and King Size Cold Brew Float will continue to be available during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights.

Spring Creek Smokehouse 

Located in Pioneer Frontier

• Cinnamon Apple Coffee Cake
• Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato Hash
• Loaded Mac and Cheese Bowls
  • Topped with BBQ sauce and choice of pulled pork or brisket burnt ends

Park Cocktails 

• Deep Eddy Toxic Apple
• Deep Eddy Transfusion (NEW)
• Don Q Crushin It (NEW)
• Fill'er Up Margarita (NEW)
  • Served with or without boba
• Mortem's Watermelon Margarita (NEW)
• Ole Smoky Apple Ginger (NEW)

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket

• Pumpkin Donut (NEW)

Overlook Food Court

Located in Kissing Tower Hill

• Soup Bar: Chicken Noodle, Broccoli Cheddar, Chili, Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Save on Halloween Tickets

Guests can save on thrills and chills by purchasing Hersheypark tickets online. Please note your ticket expiration date as all Halloween tickets are valid through Nov. 2, 2025.  

All Hersheypark admission types include access to five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides including the new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk, Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail and more.

More Spirits

Still hungry? Get a second helping at Spirit's Rooftop Bar at The Chocolatier! Returning for another haunting year, guests can experience the haunted rooftop high above Hershey's Chocolatetown starting at 4:30 p.m. during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days. Check out the Spirit's Rooftop Bar Foodie Guide for all the delicious details.

To keep up with all the sweet and spooky food news, follow @HersheyparkEats on Instagram. During your visit, be sure to tag us on social media using #Hersheypark and #HersheyparkEats, and let us know your favorite items this season. 

Not sure how to make the most of the last few weekends of the Halloween season? Follow along for a rundown of seven can't-miss experiences at Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights for some eerie inspiration. 

1. Brave the Two New Chilling Haunts

This year, Dark Nights introduced two new haunts with the Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house and the Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone. 

Kill 'N Fill Garage, located in the Midway America region of the Park, is the latest immersive house in the Dark Nights lineup and captures the spirit of the mid-century service station with an eerie twist. Visitors will wander through a junkyard, a grease-stained mechanics bay and more, but should beware because the screams start when the engines die. 

Guests can also venture to the Path of Shadows, located behind the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre, where three mysterious witches have emerged and cast haunting spells. Something wicked is brewing, and if visitors don't tread carefully, they may risk becoming the next victim of the Coven's Curse.

2. Roam Through the Other Haunted Houses and Scare Zones

These two new haunts join a total lineup of five haunted houses and four scare zones - all included with admission! All of the returning haunted houses, including the fan favorites Auntie Mortem's Abattoir and Estate of Evil, are back with evolved storylines, new characters and even more intensity than before. 

As guests roam through the four scare zones, they will come face-to-face with the creatures that haunt the night. Those brave enough can feel the chaos of the radiation in the Fallout Zone or see the viral Decayed Brigade as they slide their way through the Midway of Misery.

View the 2025 Guide to Dark Nights Presented by Reese's and Kit Kat® for more details.

3. Ride Coasters in the Dark

Who says Halloween screams can only come from scares? Hersheypark offers 50 attractions, including more than 40 kiddie and family rides, weather and maintenance permitting throughout the fall season. 

To up the thrill level, guests can enjoy lights-out dark rides on Candymonium, Comet, Lightning Racer and Wildcat's Revenge as part of the largest coaster collection in the Northeast exclusively during the last hour of Hersheypark Halloween operation. Guests who have never experienced a coaster ride in complete darkness are in for a real treat.

New in 2025, fans of Laff Trakk indoor coaster can experience Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk for the Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights season. This unique partnership between Hersheypark and The Hershey Company's Shaq-A-Licious brand features glowing visuals, immersive graphic displays that capture the candy’s playful spirit and a curated voice-over provided by Shaquille O’Neal, marking the first-of-its-kind coaster overlay.

4. Watch Eerie Entertainment

Also included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket is a wide variety of entertainment that guests won't want to miss. For fans of the Hershey Characters, they can visit Hershey's Hangout to snap a photo during Halloween Sweet Greets or vote for the Monster Of The Year at the Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball show located inside the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre. 

Looking for something a little more spooky? Families should plan to stroll through the Avenue of the Afterlife scare-free zone, where they will find wicked-fun street performances like fire breathers and acrobats, along with a DJ dance party. Another must-see show awaits in the Midway of Misery with the Slider Showcase featuring the viral Decayed Brigade. Built for chaos, this high-impact stunt crew is sure to put on quite the spectacle. This Brigade doesn't just perform...they take over. 

View our Halloween Entertainment Guide for a full overview of shows and showtimes. Showtimes are also available on the Hersheypark App during your visit.

5. Trick-or-Treat

Hersheypark is the sweetest place to trick-or-treat! Children 12 and under are invited to enjoy 14 sweet stops on the Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail. The Trail winds from Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction with four stops to Treatville at The Boardwalk At Hersheypark region with 10 candy stops, including an exclusive Shaq-A-Licious treat location.

Treatville is open at the start of each operating day until 8:30 p.m., including Halloween night on Friday, Oct. 31. The path begins at The Boardwalk main entrance across from Fallout Zone and Estate of Evil and winds throughout the water park with fun photo spots and a hay maze. 

6. Fuel Up with Tasting Pass 

No trip to Hersheypark is complete without indulging in a signature culinary creation. There are over 50 unique items for guests to sink their teeth into, including seasonal King Size Shakes and themed cocktails for guests ages 21 and older. Back by popular demand is the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, which allows parkgoers to choose from five snacks, desserts and drinks out of more than 30 specialty options available at 12 different locations throughout the Park. 

7. Cheers to the Season at Spirit's Rooftop Bar

Parkgoers should be sure to include a pit stop at Spirit's Rooftop Bar, located on the patio of The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio. This haunted rooftop is home to nocturnal nightcaps, sinful shareables and devilish desserts inspired by the haunts of Dark Nights. 

Spirit's Rooftop Bar is available starting at 4:30 p.m. during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days through Nov. 2, weather permitting. Seating is first-come, first-served. Reservations are not accepted. 

There are so many frightfully fun times to be had at Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights. Remember, access to all haunted houses, scare zones, rides, and entertainment is included with the one-price admission! 

Great ticket deals are available on Hersheypark.com for guests to save on a visit before night falls on the Halloween season.

The darkness sweeps over Hersheypark each operating night beginning at 6 p.m., with thrills lurking around every corner both day and night. An incredible value, Dark Nights is included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket, a 2025 Season Pass or a 2026 Season Pass+. 

Check out this guide to what's new and more sinister than ever this season at the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania.

Scream your way through five haunted houses

Dark Nights features five haunted houses with all-new and evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity. 

Kill ‘N Fill Garage (New for 2025)

Located in the tent in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse

Fueled by evil, killers have taken over the abandoned Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Enter the grease-stained mechanics bay, weave around twisted wreckage in the body shop, and wade through the blood-slicked car wash. But, beware… the screams start when the engines die.

Estate of Evil

Located in Tidal Force Catering across from Tidal Force and next to the entrance portal for the Fallout Zone scare zone

Estate of Evil debuted at Dark Nights in 2024 as the first proper exploration of a traditional haunted “house” trope at Hersheypark. The 13 rooms in this mansion offer charm, mystery, and a new sauna that is sure to make you sweat. Just be warned: the last guests who overstayed their welcome are still feeling the heat. 

Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir

Located next to Music Express and Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk in the Midway America region

Auntie Mortem's Abattoir just added a packing room to the tour. Her nephew is stepping up his game, and his twisted cousin is on hand to keep the family business running… no matter what (or who) comes through the door.

Haunted Coal Mine

Located in the Trailblazer catering space near Spring Creek Smokehouse

Head back down into the suffocating darkness of Haunted Coal Mine, where time slows down, and the air runs thin. Step inside a new room that offers a breath of relief…but not for long. Down here, not everything that breathes is human. 

Twisted Carnevil

Located in the tent in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse

Step right up to Twisted Carnevil! The big top is abuzz with new acts. But watch your back! One of the new performers leaves more than a mark… they leave a permanent impression. 

Brave four scare zones

Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways transform into four scare zones - more than ever before - each evening. Guests can venture through them to come face-to-face with the creatures that haunt their nightmares. 

Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse (NEW FOR 2025)

Located behind Chevrolet Music Box Theatre

Long hidden from sight, the Path Of Shadows has opened, and three mysterious witches have emerged. Tread carefully through our all-new scare zone, where something wicked is brewing, or run the risk of becoming the next victim of the Coven’s Curse. 

Midway Of Misery

Located outside Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk

The viral Decayed Brigade is back at Dark Nights, faster, fiercer and sliding with vengeance. With a bigger crew and control of the Midway of Misery, every spark, scrape, and scream marks their grim return. 

Guests can see the Decayed Brigade slide in their unmistakable, gritty style during a Slider Showcase outside of Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk at 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 9 p.m. on Sundays. Built for chaos, this high-impact stunt crew is sure to put on quite the spectacle. This Brigade doesn't just perform...they take over. 

Fallout Zone 

Located near Tidal Force

The green fog is back, and radiation is spreading. Chaos is rising, and the real threat isn’t the fallout… it’s the aftermath.

Darkstone’s Hollow

Located in The Hollow across the bridge

After a brutal battle, Professor Darkstone stands victorious, his mythical menagerie broken and caged. The creatures are under Darkstone’s command for now, but you can feel the danger in the air. Stay hidden or be hunted.

Feel the rush on more than a dozen high-thrill rides

Many people may not realize that nearly all of the rides and roller coasters at Hersheypark, except for the water attractions, remain open for the Halloween season, weather and maintenance permitting. Of the more than 50 rides included with admission during Hersheypark Halloween, 16 are given a high-thrill or aggressive-thrill rating, so there is no shortage of screams to be had. 

For guests who crave the ultimate intensity, we recommend hitting up Twizzlers Twisted Gravity during its first fall and the all-new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk. It's also the last chance to get rides on Skyrush, Fahrenheit, Great Bear, Storm Runner and the family-friendly Comet and Trailblazer (closes at 5 p.m.) before they close for the holiday season.

Take a coaster ride in complete darkness

The Halloween season is the ONLY time of year that thrill seekers can experience a dark ride on some of their favorite roller coasters. During the last hour of Hersheypark Halloween operation each evening, the lights are turned off on Wildcat’s Revenge, Candymonium, Comet and Lightning Racer to create a ride experience unlike any other. Trust us when we say riding a coaster at white-knuckle speed in the pitch dark is not for the faint of heart. 

Scare your taste buds with dreadfully delicious eats and treats

Guests can get a taste of some of the frightfully delicious food offerings available only during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights with the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass. The Pass includes a choice of up to five specialty menu items from more than 30 food and beverage options throughout the Park, such as the KILLbassa Bowl, Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles, Bee Sting Wings, Cheeseburger Dip with Tortilla Chips, Red Velvet Cold Brew, Garlic Spirello and more. The Tasting Pass is $37.95 plus tax and can be purchased online before a visit or in person at Guest Services locations. 

Sip at Spirits Rooftop Bar at The Chocolatier

Parkgoers can shift gears for a ghastly good time with spirits both real and imagined at Spirit’s Rooftop Bar on The Chocolatier patio, weather permitting. Guests ages 21 and older can enjoy limited-time-only spine-chilling cocktails like the fuel pump served “Transmission Fluid” and wicked-good eats like the smoky dusted “Spare Tires” onion ring. 

The haunted rooftop bar is available during all Hersheypark Halloween operating days starting at 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. Seating is first-come, first-served. Reservations are not accepted.  

Stroll through the Avenue Of The Afterlife

For those guests who want to experience Dark Nights thrills without any chills, there's no need to fear! Families can take a walk down the Avenue Of The Afterlife, conveniently located in The Boardwalk. This scare-free zone is the place to dance and dine amongst the soulless who wander through the fog. Guests can purchase exclusive food, join a DJ dance party and watch wicked-fun street performances, including fire breathers and acrobats - all while skipping the scares! 

Save on tickets

Great ticket deals, including a Family 4-Pack, are available on Hersheypark.com. Hersheypark Halloween tickets include 50 rides (weather and maintenance permitting), five Dark Nights haunted houses, four scare zones, thrilling dark ride opportunities and Halloween entertainment. 

2025 Season Pass Holders enjoy unlimited visits to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights as part of their year-long perks.

Get to the thrills faster

Guests wishing to get to the thrills and fear faster and skip the lines during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights can add a Fast Track program to their admission ticket. Limited quantities are available, so guests are encouraged to buy online today. Please note that Hersheypark admission tickets are sold separately and are required for entry to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights. 

• Hersheypark Fast Track + Dark Nights Haunted Houses Unlimited - Skip the regular line all day long on participating coasters and rides, plus all night long at the five haunted houses after 6 p.m.
• Dark Nights Haunted House Fast Track Unlimited - Skip the regular line all night long at the five haunted houses after 6 p.m.
• Hersheypark Fast Track Unlimited - Skip the regular line for each of the participating attractions all day long.
• Hersheypark Fast Track - Skip the regular line once per day on participating coasters and rides.

Dare to join?

Planning a camping getaway? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet campground visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

Your Arrival

Whether you're staying in one of our log or deluxe cabins, tiny homes, parking your RV or pitching a tent along the creek, you're in for a sweet camping experience at Hersheypark Camping Resort.  Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

What to Bring 
In addition to all of your camping supplies, cabin guests are asked to please bring their own supply of linens, pillows, blankets, towels, personal items, dish soap and kitchen linens, such as dish towels and hot pads.

What Not to Bring
Outside firewood is not permitted to be brought into the campground. Once you arrive, firewood can be purchased at our Country Store.

Drive slow
As you pull into the campground, remember to drive slowly. For the safety of children at play, the speed limit throughout the campground is 5 ½ mph. 

Check-In/Check-Out
Upon arrival, check-in at the front desk located inside Historic Landis Barn. Check-in is after 3 p.m. for all campers, and check-out is at 11 a.m. for cabins and 1 p.m. for campsites. 

Download HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the campground, details on nearby dining, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices. 

Amenities

Each site features a picnic table and fire ring for family cookouts and most importantly, s’mores! Additional campground amenities include free WiFi, restroom and shower facilities, self-service laundry, and a country store that sells firewood, s’mores supplies, coffee, sweet souvenirs and more.

Please note, once temperatures drop below 30°F over the course of three days, water will be shut off for the season. The Historic Landis Barn, which offers a bath house, and our 2-Bedroom Deluxe Cabins and tiny homes will have water year round. A water fill station will be available in the main parking lot.

RECREATION & ACTIVITIES

Once you're settled at your site, be sure to take advantage of our campground's on-site recreation and activities. Guests can look forward to the return of our popular pumpkin decorating contest, Halloween site decorating contest, costume contest and trick-or-treat trail on weekends starting Friday, Oct. 17. Find our activities schedule here. 

Our campground also offers a number of on-site recreational facilities for our campers to enjoy, including an indoor game room, multiple playgrounds, a community s'mores area, shuffleboard, basketball and volleyball courts, and more. Please note: Guests are asked to supply their own sports equipment. 

EXCLUSIVE HERSHEYPARK BENEFITS

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply, present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and Dark Nights immersive haunt experience from Sept. 12 through Nov. 2. View hours here. 

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, plus the new Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment. 

MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS

Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience, and access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, including more than 5,000 roses in the summer, and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

Dining

Hershey has numerous dining options around town that are worth a visit if you're looking to expand your palate beyond campfire staples like mountain pies and s'mores. In downtown Hershey, you'll find delicious menus at Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak. Or, for some chocolate-infused delights, check out The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate and is now accepting reservations. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.

For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.

Bring Home A Sweet Souvenir

After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. So, don't forget to stop inside Country Store - Sweets & More at the campground. The store is stocked with camping supplies, s'mores kits and morning coffee for purchase during your stay. But you can also find some sweet souvenirs to take home, ranging from apparel to mugs to Christmas ornaments and more. 

Share Your Photos

While you're here, share your photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet fall visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

Your Arrival

From the moment you arrive at Hershey Lodge, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earth starting with check-in. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

The Sweetest Check-In
Did you know that each stay at Hershey Lodge begins with chocolate at check-in? You'll receive a full-size Hershey's bar to start your getaway in the sweetest way. Check-in is after 4 p.m., and check-out is before 11 a.m. 

Kids' Check-In
Children can experience their very own check-in on select weekend dates at our Kids' Check-In desk in the lobby, where they are welcome to sign the kids' guest book, participate in a Hershey's candy guessing game and receive a chocolate surprise. Please view our activities schedule for availability.

Housekeeping
For your comfort, we will only enter your guest room to provide housekeeping service upon your request.
To request a refresh cleaning of your guest room simply dial extension 1099 or text 717-282-1153 before 10 p.m. for service on the next day. Our team stands ready to assist with any guest room amenities upon request.

Amenities
Please view our guest room amenities and services here. 
 

Download the HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the Lodge, details on restaurants, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices. 

ACTIVITIES & RECREATION

During the fall season, Hershey Lodge offers family-friendly activities for guests on weekends ranging from s'mores roasts to chocolate bingo, Hershey Character appearances, fall crafts and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.

Guests can also take advantage of recreation on property on weekends, such as mini golf, basketball, tennis and pickleball, weather permitting. 

MAKE A SPLASH AT HERSHEY'S WATER WORKS

Don't forget to pack your swimsuit! Families won't want to miss Hershey's Water Works, an exclusive and complimentary amenity for our overnight guests. Rain or shine, guests can enjoy some sweet indoor fun at our year-round indoor pool complex, featuring interactive water features, such as Twizzlers Twists water slides, Reese's Water Walk, zero-entry pool, sand castle spray zone, basketball hoops and more. The complex also features an indoor arcade and fitness center as well as Cocoa Cabana snack bar.

Exclusive Hersheypark Benefits

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of the Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of Hershey Lodge receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply, present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and Dark Nights immersive haunt experience from Sept. 12 through Nov. 2. View hours here. 

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, plus the new Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment. 

MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS

Save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of Hershey Lodge receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, beautiful fall foliage and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora.  During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

DINING

Hershey Lodge offers a variety of delicious dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Visit HersheyLodge.com/Dining for hours and more info. Options include: 

• STACKS: A breakfast and lunch restaurant serving dishes stacked high with flavor, ranging from stacks of Buttermilk Pancakes and Belgian Waffles to Double Decker BLTs. 
• Fire & Grain: An innovative menu of re-mastered comfort foods and flavorful cocktails for breakfast, dinner and happy hour.
• The Bears’ Den: A sports-themed restaurant with a hockey-rink atmosphere modeled after our hometown team, the Hershey Bears. 
• Revelry: Classic and contemporary chophouse fare with premium cuts and the largest wine & spirits list in the house. 
• Cocoa Beanery: An all-day coffee shop, serving up eats, ice cream, drinks and treats. 
• Cocoa Cabana: An indoor poolside cafe offering a selection of starters, salads, sandwiches and ice cream while guests enjoy Hershey’s Water Works.

Other restaurants around town include Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate and is now accepting reservations. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required. 

For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.

SCHEDULE A SPA TREATMENT

During your getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at MeltSpa by Hershey, our day spa in downtown Hershey. Nothing will get your skin ready for the crisp autumn weather quite like the Pumpkin Spice Collection, featuring a Pumpkin Spice Massage, Immersion, Manicure and Pedicure available through Nov. 30. Of course, signature Hershey's chocolate treatments and exclusive dark chocolate treatments are also available. 

BRING HOME A SWEET SOUVENIR

After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. So, don't forget to stop inside Sweet Memories gift shop for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel, accessories, seasonal items and more. Gift bags, baskets, and shipping are available for in-store purchase.

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS

While you're here, share your sweet fall photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Planning a fall stay at this beautiful resort? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.

YOUR ARRIVAL

From the moment you arrive at The Hotel Hershey, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earth starting with check-in. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

The Sweetest Check-In
Did you know that each stay at The Hotel Hershey begins with chocolate at check-in? You'll receive a full-size Hershey's bar to start your getaway in the sweetest way. Check-in is after 4 p.m., and check-out is before 12 p.m. 

Amenities
Please view our guest room amenities and services. 

Download the HersheyResorts App

We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the Hotel, details on restaurants, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices. 

Activities & Recreation

Once you're checked in, take advantage of the activities and recreation available across the resort. On weekends in the fall, The Hotel Hershey offers a schedule of family-friendly activities for guests ranging from s'mores roasts to Hershey Character appearances, glow putting and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.

Guests can also enjoy recreation on property, including an indoor pool complex, hiking trails to view the fall foliage, daily fitness classes, disc golf, and an outdoor sports complex. 

NEW! The Hotel Hershey Arcade

Beat your high score and win prizes in the all-new arcade at The Hotel Hershey, located in The Plaza next to 1933 Restaurant & Tavern! Bring the whole family to explore the expanded space and play video games, pinball, skee-ball and more. The arcade is open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.

The Villas At The Hotel Hershey

The Villas offer guests an elevated luxury accommodation experience with refreshed furnishings and unmatched amenities. This past summer, The Villas doubled in size bringing guests a total of 19 Villas and 98 sleeping rooms. Amenities include access to an exclusive Concierge Lounge, daily Hersheypark tickets and a One-Day Fast Track per person. The Concierge Lounge can be accessed with a Villa room key from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and includes: 

• Continental breakfast
• Snacks and fountain drinks
• Evening hors d’oeuvres with beer and wine plus desserts
• Exclusive Hershey Character appearances and s’mores roasts 

View a full schedule for the Villas Concierge Lounge.

Exclusive Hersheypark  Benefits

If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of the Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply, present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
• FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
• Best price on Hersheypark tickets

Hersheypark transforms for its seasonal Hersheypark Halloween event and Dark Nights immersive haunt experience from Sept. 12 through Nov. 2. View hours here. 

As part of Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The eight-weekend event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Dark Nights Tasting Pass, plus the new Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings, pop-up retail and live entertainment. 

More Free Resort Benefits

Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.

• ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, beautiful fall foliage and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora.  During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
• The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.

Dining

Guests of The Hotel Hershey can find a variety of restaurants on property ranging from grab-and-go to fine dining. Reservations are accepted at select locations.

1933 Restaurant & Tavern

Make sure to check out The Hotel Hershey's newest restaurant, 1933 Restaurant & Tavern. Here, guests can feast on an approachable steakhouse menu and elevated pub fare with bold flavors. Plus, enjoy unique signature cocktails and curated draught beers on tap, as well as a brunch menu that’s served every Sunday. View menu. 

Other dining options at The Hotel Hershey include: 

• The Circular, The Hotel Hershey's flagship restaurant
• Trevi 5, a modern Italian grill
• Iberian Lounge, serving lite fare and signature chocolate cocktails
• Chef's Market, an all-day café serving coffee, chef-prepared food and decadent chocolate treats on the go

Around town dining choices include Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required. 

Schedule A Spa Treatment

During your getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. Affectionately known as the Chocolate Spa, the spa is famous for its signature chocolate treatments, such as a Whipped Cocoa Bath, Chocolate Fondue Wrap and Cocoa Massage. However, this fall, guests can also indulge in a collection of decadent pumpkin-inspired treatments perfect for the season. Nothing will get your skin ready for the crisp autumn weather quite like the Pumpkin Spice Massage, Pumpkin Souffle Hydrating Body Wrap, The Great Pumpkin Facial and more, through Nov. 30. Call 844-330-1797 to book your appointment.

Bring Home A Sweet Souvenir

After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. So, don't forget to stop inside The Shops At The Hotel Hershey for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel, accessories and more. Gift bags, baskets and shipping are available for in-store purchase.

Share Your Photos

While you're here, share your fall photos with us on social and use #HersheyPA on Facebook, Instagram and X!

Front Gate, Chocolatetown

Your first photo stop comes as soon as you make your way to the main entrance of Hersheypark! The entrance plaza in Hershey's Chocolatetown has been lined with decorative pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns for the perfect fall vibe. Looking for a slightly more eerie aesthetic? Wait until dark and come back to see the overhead sign glow red.

The Descent… Final Curtain Call, Chocolatetown

The next photo-op is just beyond the entrance in front of the iconic Kisses Fountain. The Descent: Catacombs of Decay, the former Dark Nights haunted house, lives on as an interactive photo spot featuring a drainage pipe set piece that guests can actually step inside of. Enhance your shot by waiting for Candymonium to pass overhead!

Hershey's Hangout, Chocolatetown

This iconic Chocolatetown location is normally home to Sweet Greets* with your larger-than-life Hershey's friends, but it's also a great location for pictures with your friends and family! By daylight, you can pose with characters like Hershey Bar directly on the patio of Hershey's Hangout and find other friends nearby like Kit Kat and Ice Breaker. By night, the patio transforms with glowing lights to make a sparkling photo location - perfect for selfies.

*Check the Hersheypark App or our website for showtimes on the day of your visit. Character appearances and times are subject to change.

Hershey Character Glow Dance Party, Music Box Theatre

Speaking of characters, Shake, Rattle, and Glow: Monster Ball is a howling costume pageant hosted by your Hershey's Candy Friends as they sport their Halloween best. While you can get some incredible pictures of characters like Jolly Rancher, Miss Twizz and others on stage, you can also get your very own photo with them! Stay after the show for a Sweet Greet with the characters and pose with them in their special Halloween costumes.

*Check the Hersheypark App or our website for showtimes on the day of your visit. Show times are subject to change.

The Cauldron, Path of Shadows: Coven's Curse

Long hidden from sight, the Path Of Shadows has opened, and three mysterious witches have emerged. In this all-new scare zone, you'll find the centerpiece cauldron is a perfect photo spot that each of the three witches can cast a unique spell upon. You'll find them along with the cauldron behind the Chevrolet Music Box Theatre.

Creature Cages, Darkstone's Hollow

The cages that once held the creatures of Professor Darkstone's mythical menagerie are open for photos in The Hollow region along Spring Creek near the Aquatheatre. Strike a pose from behind the bars, but be careful that you aren't added to the Professor's sinister sideshow!

Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail, Treatville

Located in The Boardwalk region of the Park, Treatville provides some sweet photo spots along a path of 10 candy stops. Day or night, there are plenty of photogenic places to pose including within the hay maze, the all new stop inspired by Shaq-a-Licious Laff Trakk and the pumpkin stacks. These backdrops are just another reason that makes Hersheypark the sweetest place to trick-or-treat! 

Treatville is available each Hersheypark Halloween operating day from Park Opening until 8:30 p.m.

Fallout Zone Entrance and Reactor, Fallout Zone

Just beyond the entrance to Fahrenheit is a portal to the Fallout Zone. At night, the sign glows a radioactive green and emits a thick layer of fog. Capture your photo from an angle, and at just the right time you may even get Fahrenheit running in the background of your shot! 

Venture beyond the fog bubbles, and you'll find a glowing reactor that you can step inside for a unique photo. Just make sure the ghouls aren't waiting for you inside when you least expect it!

Avenue of the Afterlife, The Boardwalk

Also located in The Boardwalk region of the Park, the Avenue of the Afterlife is home to scary-good eats, wicked-fun entertainment and plenty of photo landmarks! Grab a picture near the decorated entrance portal, get unique views of Lightning Racer and take in the mesmerizing entertainment of the Fingerz & Eyeballs Acrobat and Juggler Duo and The Nation Firebreathers.

 For more details and an entertainment schedule, check out the Guide to the Avenue of the Afterlife.

Midway of Misery Entrance, Midway America

The Midway America region of the Park transforms into the Midway of Misery scare zone for the fall. The red-glowing archway is a favorite photo spot among Hersheypark guests, with many posing with their favorite ghouls of the midway in front of the arches. Watch out - you never know when The Decayed Brigade may slide into your shot…

Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk, Midway America

Keeping in the Midway of Misery, step into the Shaq-ified world of Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk. This unique partnership between Hersheypark and The Hershey Company merges the Park’s thrills with the fun and flavor of the Shaq-A-Licious brand, featuring glowing visuals, amped-up audio and immersive graphic displays that capture the candy’s playful spirit. Be sure to take a picture in the hall of mirrors located within the queue line where each mirror has its own Shaq-A-Licious design.

Ferris Wheel, Midway of Misery

One of the most iconic Hersheypark landmarks is the Ferris Wheel - and it's even sweeter during Halloween with a new light package! Grab your photo from within the Midway of Misery and stand back far enough to frame the Ferris Wheel within the space between the arches. Some of our Dark Nights creatures may lurk within the area, so pose with them for some added eeriness.

Fire Moments, Various Locations

Dark Nights features TWO pyrotechnic set pieces within our scare zones. The first is in the Fallout Zone, where after the alarm sounds, flames shoot high into the night atop the Tidal Force bridge. 

Next door, just past Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk in the Midway of Misery, sits the flaming archway, a fire-shooting portal that blasts pyrotechnics synched to the music of the midway. These photo ops are for our most astute photographers, as you'll need the perfect timing to capture your shot of the flames.

Where's Your Favorite Photo Moment?

We want to see your pictures from all of the photo locations! Tag us @Hersheypark on social media and use the hashtags #HersheyparkHalloween #DarkNights and #HersheyPA in your posts. You can also tag your Instagram stories with @Hersheypark for a chance to be featured on our page!

Pumpkin Palooza will feature more than 300 hand-painted pumpkins, representing a variety of themes, on display throughout the Seasonal Display Garden and in the Hoop House. The pumpkins will showcase the artistic handiwork of students from Bishop McDevitt High School, Hershey High School, Lower Dauphin High School and Milton Hershey School. In addition, pumpkins painted by students from York College of Pennsylvania’s Plant & Gardening Club and Student Senate will also be featured. Rounding out the decorations will be large sculptures created with multiple pumpkins, a 14-foot “pumpkin tree,” four special pumpkin mosaics, a 9-foot mum display and displays of gourds, hay bales and ornamental grasses.

Guests can get up close with live animals in the Creepy Creatures Gallery, including tarantulas, various frog species, walking sticks and jungle nymphs. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can hold cockroaches.

Hands-on activities for youngsters are also offered at Pumpkin Palooza, and face painting is available for an additional charge. 

Food items will be available for purchase from the Cheesesteak Shuttle, Jack & Joan’s Kettle Corn, Madelyn’s Sweets & Savories, Noel’s Café and Shorty’s Funnel Cakes. 

Pumpkin Palooza is included in general admission, which includes entry into the indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium; members are free. General admission tickets can be purchased online at HersheyGardens.org or in person at the admissions desk upon arrival.

Did you know with a Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, you can sample five specialty menu items out of 40 options? From Churro Bites with Spiced Chocolate to Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles, here are the must-try spooky season treats you'll find in the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania this fall.

The Butcher Shop

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of Sandcastle Cove)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

• Lucifer Mozzarella Sticks (NEW)
• Blood Splatter Cupcake (NEW)
• KILLbasa Bowl: White Rice, Cabbage, Tomatoes and Kielbasa
• Pulled Pork Slider

Reactor Rations

Located in Avenue of the Afterlife (at East Coast Burger Works)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Fall Out Fries (NEW): Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Green Chili Carnitas, White Cheese Sauce, Pico, Sour Cream
• Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles (NEW): Nashville Hot Chicken, Belgian Waffle, Giardiniera, Smoked Tomato Ranch
• Flamin' Hot Cheetos Mac and Cheese Ball (NEW)
• Hot Horseradish Wings (NEW)
• Blueberry Boba Iced Tea

Afterlife Delights

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (in front of Sandcastle Cove)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

• Conchas with Icing (NEW)
• Churro Bites with Spiced Chocolate Sauce (NEW)
• Red Velvet Cold Brew (NEW)
• Cherry Cheesecake Jar: Chocolate sandwich cookie base, cheesecake mousse, and cherry pie filling topped with a gummy skull

Dips of Decay

Located in Pioneer Frontier (near the entrance to Fahrenheit)
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Cheeseburger Dip with Tortilla Chips (NEW)
• Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cool Ranch Doritos
• Brownie Batter Dip with Pretzel Twists
• Spinach & Bacon Dip with Pita Chips

Berks Dogs of Doom

Located in Pioneer Frontier
Open from 12 p.m. until a half hour after Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Dragonfruit Lemonade Mocktail (NEW)
• Peanut Butter Puppy Chow (NEW)
• Buffalo Dog (NEW): Ranch seasoned chicken, buffalo cream cheese, pickled onions and celery
• Red Velvet Cookies & Scream Brownie
• Swamp Dog: Hot dog with spicy pickle, smoked olive ranch, bacon

Dispatch - Hollow Pizza

Located in The Hollow
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closing

• Pepperjack Cheese Cubes with Marinara (NEW)
• Pumpkin Whoopie Pie (NEW)
• Bee Sting Wings: Honey Habanero Chicken Wings
• Terror Tots

Spirello Cottage

Located in Founder's Way (across from Monorail)
Open from 2 p.m. until a half hour after Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Garlic Parmesan Spirello
• Original Spirello
• Cheddar Bacon Spirello
• Buffalo Chicken Dip Spirello
• Witches Hat Crispy Rice Treat
• Brown Sugar Apple Cider Boba

Moonlight Libations 

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Pizza Bombs: Warm pizza dough stuffed with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni

Milton's Ice Cream Parlor

Located in Hershey's Chocolatetown for guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket
Hours vary

• Apple Fritters With Vanilla Ice Cream (NEW)
• Caramel Sliced Apples (NEW)
• Marshmallow Magic (NEW): Root Beer Dirty Soda
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Blondie

Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer 

Located in the Avenue Of The Afterlife (near 8-Cut Crust)
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Fried Oreo Eyeballs: Fried Oreos topped with gummy eyeballs
• Peanut Butter Explosions: Fried Nutter Butters topped with peanut butter sauce and marshmallow drizzle

Walking Taco Food Truck 

Located in the The Hollow
Open from 2 p.m. until Hersheypark Halloween closes.

• Walking Dread Taco (NEW): Green Chile Chicken Walking Taco with Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos
• Walking Apple Pie (NEW): Grandma's Vanilla Sandwich Cookies, Apple Pie Filling, Vanilla Creme Anglaise

Estate of Evil Bar

Located in the Fallout Zone
Open until Hersheypark Halloween closes

• Cheesy Bacon Ranch Snack Mix (NEW)

Don't forget - all of these Tasting Pass items can also be purchased individually at each of their locations! Guests can purchase a Tasting Pass voucher online ahead of their visit to be redeemed at Guest Services for a physical pass and lanyard, or purchase a Tasting Pass in person at Guest Services on the day of their visit. Don't forget to share your favorite #HersheyparkEats photos with us on social, tagging @HersheyparkEats and using #HersheyparkEats. 

Get your Hersheypark Halloween Tickets

Guests can save on thrills and chills by purchasing Hersheypark Halloween tickets online. All Hersheypark admission types include access to five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides including the new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk, Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail, special entertainment and more. 

 We'll see you soon for more devilishly-delicious adventures during Hersheypark Halloween!

Read on to find out what you can expect when you stroll through the Avenue of the Afterlife as it returns for its second season. 

Scary-Good Entertainment

The Avenue of the Afterlife is home to plenty of entertainment that everyone of all ages can enjoy! Dance to the music of the DJ Dance Party throughout the night or say hello to various strolling characters and stilt walkers. New this year, guests can visit the main stage to see two show-stopping acts featuring jugglers and acrobats, plus the return of the firebreathers previously seen in Darkstone's Hollow. Showtimes can be found below: 

• Fingerz & Eyeballs Acrobat and Juggler Duo: 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.*
• The Nation Firebreathers led by Lady of the Dead: 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.*

* indicates showtime occurs on Fridays and Saturdays only.

Exclusive Eats, Sweets and Sips

Save room for all the unique food and drinks that can be found in the Avenue of the Afterlife! Five dining locations serve up everything from Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffles at Reactor Rations to Toxic Apple Cocktails for guests 21 and older at Moonlight Libations and Cherry Cheesecake Jars at Afterlife Delights. While all of the food items located within the Avenue of the Afterlife can be enjoyed individually, many are also available to redeem with a Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, which allows guests to select five food items of their choice out of more than thirty delectable options. View each dining location and its hours below: 

• Afterlife Delights: Enjoy delectable desserts from beyond the grave; available Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 2-10 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m.
• The Butcher Shop: Where the whispers of chilling secrets are deliciously dark; available Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 2-10 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m.
• Moonlight Libations: Quench your thirst for a tantalizing cocktail or brew; available Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m.
• Reactor Rations: A place where nature and survival are the only things left; available Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 2-10 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m.
• Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer: Where the air is thick with the sweet scent of the supernatural and the sizzle of bubbling mysteries; available Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 2-10 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. 

More Family-Friendly Fun Awaits

The Avenue of the Afterlife is just one of many family-friendly activities offered during Hersheypark Halloween! Guests, both young and old, can enjoy Hershey character appearances, the Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball show, over 40 kiddie and family rides and so much more, all included with your one-price admission.

We hope you enjoy your journey through the Avenue of the Afterlife during your next Hersheypark Halloween visit!

Plan A Fall Getaway at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

Fall is a beautiful time of year for an overnight getaway in The Sweetest Place On Earth. Whether you're staying in a cozy cabin, RV or Tiny Home at Hersheypark Camping Resort or in deluxe accommodations at The Hotel Hershey or Hershey Lodge, take in the beauty of Hershey's fall foliage and enjoy family fun like s'mores roasts, chocolate bingo and Halloween-themed resort activities. 

On weekends through Nov. 2, you can save on your getaway with Halloween resort packages, including the Dark Nights 2-Night Package, available at The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge. This package includes two nights of deluxe accommodations, 2-day Hersheypark tickets, breakfast each day, a Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass and a Dark Nights Houses Fast Track for each guest. 

All Official Resorts of Hersheypark guests also receive FREE Resort Benefits, including extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan, free front-gate shuttle service to and from the Park, the best price on Park tickets, free admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story, plus more! 

Check out our fall guides to The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge and Hersheypark Camping Resort to help plan for a sweet stay.

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Return

Guests can experience another exciting year of Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights presented by Reese's and Kit Kat® as they play by day and fright by night at the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania. 

The USA TODAY 10Best-Nominated Theme Park Halloween Event includes family-friendly offerings with thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting), lights-out rides on select coasters, trick-or-treating for children 12 and under, Hershey Characters glow dance parties, the Avenue of the Afterlife with street performers and the Creatures Of The Night flashlight tour at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park (starting Oct. 3). 

Then at 6 p.m., the nightmare continues for Dark Nights with five haunted houses and four scare zones - more than ever - including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house and the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone. 

The seasonal event also features an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 50 scary-good eats and spell-binding drinks, such as Flamin' Hot Cheetos Mac and Cheese Balls and Brown Sugar Apple Cider Boba, to satisfy any craving. Back by popular demand, the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass allows guests to taste five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and drinks from more than 30 specialty options available exclusively during Dark Nights.

Visit Spirit’s Rooftop Bar at The Chocolatier

Located in Hershey’s Chocolatetown region, The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio has dusted off the cobwebs for Spirit’s Rooftop Bar. Guests who dare to explore the haunted rooftop bar will find a dozen limited-time spell-binding cocktails, sinful shareables and dreadfully delicious desserts to enjoy as spirits haunt the scarred.

Spirit's Rooftop Bar is open starting at 4:30 p.m. on all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days through Nov. 2, 2025, weather permitting. Seating is first-come, first-served, and reservations are not accepted. A Hersheypark ticket is not required to enjoy Spirit's Rooftop Bar. 

Experience Creatures Of The Night at ZooAmerica starting Oct. 3

ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park will host its popular Creatures Of The Night seasonal event on more dates than ever this fall as it celebrates its 45th anniversary. The Zoo will open after dark for guests from 6 to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays only from Oct. 3 through Nov. 1. In celebration of the event anniversary, ZooAmerica will offer a special nighttime flashlight tour and new themed activities included with admission. Creatures Of The Night is the only time of year that the Zoo is open after dark for guests of all ages to explore the nighttime habits of the nocturnal North American animals.

Tickets are available for purchase online at www.ZooAmerica.com. ZooAmerica is included with a Hersheypark ticket only by accessing the Zoo through the Hersheypark bridge during posted Park hours. 

AROUND TOWN

Fall Into Relaxation at the Hershey Spas

The Spa At The Hotel Hershey resort spa and MeltSpa by Hershey day spa are excited to bring back pumpkin-inspired spa treatments available now through Nov. 30. 

This season, experience fall seasonal treatments like the Pumpkin Soufflé Hydrating Body Wrap and Great Pumpkin Facial at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. All appointments include complimentary access to steam rooms, saunas, relaxation lounges, an indoor pool and jacuzzi, a fitness center and more. To make an appointment, call 844-330-1797.

If you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, head to MeltSpa by Hershey day spa and experience the scents of the season with a treatment from the Pumpkin Spice Collection, or book a full day of pampering with the Ultimate Pumpkin Relaxation Package. For appointments, visit MeltSpa.com or call 855-500-2366.

See A Live Show

Hersheypark Stadium and GIANT Center have a sweet lineup of shows coming this fall. Check out the full list down below!

• Sept. 25: NHL Preseason: Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers at GIANT Center
• Sept. 27: Twenty One Pilots at Hersheypark Stadium
• Sept. 28: Adam Sandler at GIANT Center
• Oct. 2: Keith Urban at GIANT Center
• Oct. 5: TobyMac & MercyMe at GIANT Center
• Oct. 17: Jordan Davis at GIANT Center
• Nov. 15: Bert Kreischer at GIANT Center
• Nov. 22: Warren Zeiders at GIANT Center
• Nov. 23: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at GIANT Center
• Nov. 28: Matt Rife at GIANT Center
• Dec. 11: Pentatonix at GIANT Center
• Dec. 14: Heart at GIANT Center

Taste New Fall Menu Offerings

The culinary teams across Hershey, Pa., never fail to impress with delicious seasonal menus incorporating the warm, rich flavors of autumn. This season, visitors to our sweet destination can taste the many flavors of fall (think pumpkin, apple, maple and more) at one of more than a dozen unique and award-winning restaurants at our resort properties and around town. From fun family fare to fine dining and everything in between, visitors will find an ambiance and menu perfect for whatever experience they crave.

Attend A Hershey Bears Game

Fall calls for Hershey Bears hockey! The oldest franchise in the American Hockey League will take the ice for its 88th season in a home opener at GIANT Center on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. against the Syracuse Crunch. All fans are invited to attend a red carpet event on the GIANT Center plaza before the event, with more details to come.

Promotional games happening this fall include Penn State Health Pink The Rink Night on Oct. 18 and Reese's Trick-Or-Treat Night on Oct. 25, where fans 14 & under will receive a trick-or-treat bag upon entry and have the opportunity to trick-or-treat around the concourse during pre-game and intermissions. 

Explore Hershey’s Chocolate World

Did you know the world's largest Hershey’s store is right next to Hersheypark? Hershey’s Chocolate World is filled with your favorite Hershey’s candy and fun attractions for the whole family. On weekends this fall, Chocolate World will host sweet seasonal events like a Trick-Or-Treat Trail, where guests can dress up in costumes and collect candy at four stops, or a Trick-Or-Treat Trolley ride, a seasonal variation of the original trolley show. Other activities include an opportunity to Create Your Own Candy Bar, a FREE Hershey’s Chocolate Tour and more. 

Take A Stroll Through Hershey Gardens

Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden, boasting a variety of autumn flora and foliage this season. During your visit, be sure to check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S. 

Visit The Hershey Story Museum

Visit The Hershey Story Museum to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, the town he created, and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating, or Chocolate Tastings, where you can try different chocolates from around the world.

Make sure to share all your fun fall photos during your visit by using #HersheyPA!

For nearly 25 days, including Halloween night, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more. All of these family thrills by day and fright experiences at night are included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket - a great value for getting into the Halloween spirit!

The eight-weekend event will also feature limited-time culinary creations, including the return of the popular Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, plus the Avenue Of The Afterlife path with a DJ, street performers and exclusive food and drink offerings.

Hersheypark Halloween is open for eight weekends from Sept. 12 through Nov. 2, 2025. Event hours are as follows:

• 5-10 p.m. on Fridays
• 12-10 p.m. on Saturdays
• 12-9 p.m. on Sundays
• Dark Nights begins each night at 6 p.m. and extends one hour after the Park closes, running Fridays and Saturdays until 11 p.m. and Sundays until 10 p.m. 

Dark Nights Presented by Reese's and Kit Kat®

The terrifying next chapter of Dark Nights presented by Reese's and Kit Kat® at Hersheypark Halloween begins nightly at 6 p.m. Dark Nights features a new fifth haunted house, Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and a new fourth scare zone, Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse. The remaining haunted houses and scare zones feature evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity.

• Kill 'N Fill Garage (NEW in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse): Fueled by evil, killers have taken over the abandoned Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Enter the grease-stained mechanics bay, weave around twisted wreckage in the body shop, and wade through the blood-slicked car wash. But, beware… the screams start when the engines die.
• Estate of Evil (in Tidal Force Catering): The 13 rooms in this mansion offer charm, mystery, and a new sauna that is sure to make you sweat. Just be warned: the last guests who overstayed their welcome are still feeling the heat.
• Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir (The Whip): Auntie Mortem's Abattoir just added a packing room to the tour. Her nephew is stepping up his game, and his twisted cousin is on hand to keep the family business running… no matter what (or who) comes through the door.
• Haunted Coal Mine: Curse Of The Tommyknockers (Trailblazer Catering): Head back down into the suffocating darkness of Haunted Coal Mine, where time slows down, and the air runs thin. Step inside a new room that offers a breath of relief…but not for long. Down here, not everything that breathes is human.
• Twisted Carnevil (In the tent in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse): Step right up to Twisted Carnevil! The big top is abuzz with new acts. But watch your back! One of the new performers leaves more than a mark… they leave a permanent impression.

Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways will transform into three scare zones each evening. For the first time, all three scare zones offer a fire element. 

• Path of Shadows: Coven's Curse (New behind the Cheverolet Music Box Theatre): Long hidden from sight, the Path Of Shadows has opened, and three mysterious witches have emerged. Tread carefully through our all-new scare zone, where something wicked is brewing, or run the risk of becoming the next victim of the Coven’s Curse.
• Darkstone’s Hollow (In The Hollow across the bridge): After a brutal battle, Professor Darkstone stands victorious, his mythical menagerie broken and caged. The creatures are under Darkstone’s command for now, but you can feel the danger in the air. Stay hidden or be hunted.
• Midway Of Misery (Outside Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk): Beware, in between the flamed arches and amongst the thick fog, creatures may appear when you least expect it.
  • Slider Showcase: Guests can see the viral Decayed Brigade, including Fryboy and Gas Can, slide through the night during their showcase of skills located in Midway Of Misery at 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 9 p.m. on Sundays.
• Fallout Zone (Near Tidal Force): The green fog is back, and radiation is spreading. Chaos is rising, and the real threat isn’t the fallout… it’s the aftermath.

Hersheypark Halloween

Families can experience Hersheypark Halloween like never before as they play by day and fright by night, with thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting), lights-out rides on select coasters, trick-or-treating, the Avenue Of The Afterlife scare-free zone, Hershey Character Glow Dance Parties and the original Creatures Of The Night flashlight tour at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park (starting Oct. 3). 

Coasters and Rides
Weather and maintenance permitting, 50 rides are open during Hersheypark Halloween, with options for all Hershey height categories—from kiddie rides for the youngest guests to light-out coaster rides for thrill seekers. During the last hour of Park operation, the lights will go out for dark rides on some favorites, including Wildcat’s Revenge, Candymonium, Comet and Lightning Racer coasters. 

New for 2025, fans of Laff Trakk indoor coaster will experience the ride like never before as it evolves into Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk for the Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights season. This unique partnership between Hersheypark and The Hershey Company's Shaq-A-Licious brand will feature glowing visuals, amped-up audio and immersive graphic displays that capture the candy’s playful spirit. The themed overlay of Laff Trakk includes graphics, lighting and enhanced audio-visual treatments, including curated voice-over provided by Mr. O’Neal, marking the first-of-its-kind coaster overlay.

Please note that select kiddie and family rides may close by 5 p.m. before the start of Dark Nights. These attractions include Granny Bugs, Music Express, Pony Parade, Red Baron, Sweet Swing, Tea Cups and Trailblazer. Tiny Tracks is temporarily closed throughout Hersheypark Halloween. Guests can download the Hersheypark app for a map and real-time ride availability.

Trick-or-Treating Experience
There’s no sweeter place to trick-or-treat than Hersheypark! Children 12 and younger are invited to collect their favorite candy at 14 sweet stops on the Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail each operating evening until 8:30  p.m. The Trail winds from Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction with four locations to Treatville in The Boardwalk At Hersheypark region with 10 stops. Guests can enter Treatville across from Fahrenheit and experience fun photo backdrops, a hay maze and light displays at night. 

Avenue Of The Afterlife
For guests who want to avoid the scares during Dark Nights, there is the Avenue Of The Afterlife path in the water park to skip the scare while enjoying the season's thrills without fear. The scare-free zone features a DJ dance party, wicked-fun street performers and exclusive food offerings.

Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball
The Hershey Characters are dressed up in their Halloween finest and ready to party to the season's classics inside Chevrolet Music Box Theatre venue. The Halloween show runs three times on Fridays and four times on Saturdays and Sundays. Times are listed in the Hersheypark app.

Hershey Character Photo Opportunities
Hersheypark is the only place where guests can snap selfies with Hershey Characters dressed in Halloween costumes. Photo opportunities at Hershey’s Hangout are listed in the Hersheypark app. 

Our Friends From The Sea Show
Guests can see California sea lions, Atlantic harbor seals and a grey seal during the Our Friends From The Sea show in the Aquatheatre at  2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Please note there are no shows on Fridays.

45th Anniversary of Creatures Of The Night
This year, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Creatures of the Night! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this fall, with the Creatures Of The Night attraction running five weekends on Fridays and Saturdays from Oct. 3 to Nov. 1. The Halloween-themed experience from 6-9 p.m. is the only time of year that ZooAmerica is open after dark for visitors to explore the Zoo by flashlight to see their favorite nocturnal animals under the cover of nightfall and enjoy educational activities. 

ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark Halloween when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. Guests interested in visiting ZooAmerica before Hersheypark opens will have to purchase separate Zoo admission here.

Limited-Time Culinary Creations

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights will feature an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 50 scary good eats and spell-binding drinks. 

Back by popular demand, the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass allows guests to taste items from more than 30 specialty options available at 11 different locations throughout Hersheypark. 

The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio hosts Spirit’s Rooftop Bar, a rooftop rendezvous available during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days starting at 4:30 p.m. Located on the patio, guests can experience the haunted rooftop high above Hershey's Chocolatetown as they brave their way to the Dark Nights haunted houses or calm their nerves on the way out of Hersheypark with a nocturnal nightcap. The exclusive menu features more than 20 limited-time spell-binding cocktails, sinful shareables and dreadfully delicious desserts to enjoy as spirits haunt the scarred.

Guests can also take home a piece of Dark Nights with event-exclusive branded merchandise at Dark Nights Emporium, Boo-tique store and Hersheypark Supply Co. The No-Boo Necklaces featuring a Reese’s bat make a great light-up souvenir for kids with a Hershey twist!

Ticketing Information

Hersheypark Halloween admission includes access to all five of the Dark Nights haunted houses and four scare zones. Tickets are available for purchase online in advance. Current 2025 Season Pass Holders and 2026 Season Pass+ Holders can enjoy unlimited visits during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights.

Guests can get to the fear faster with the Dark Nights Fast Track Unlimited program for the five haunted houses on the date of their visit. 

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

During the Halloween season, guests can extend their stay in Hershey, Pa., at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark: The Hotel Hershey luxury accommodation including the all-new The Villas at The Hotel Hershey experience, Hershey Lodge resort and Hersheypark Camping Resort campground.

The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge offers several Halloween packages, including a Dark Nights package featuring two nights of deluxe accommodations, a two-day Hersheypark ticket, breakfast each day, a Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass and Dark Nights Haunted House Fast Track Passes for each guest. 

All guests receive Free Resort Benefits like free front gate shuttle service and preview hours.

Read on to learn more about the story behind Kill ‘N Fill Garage in our Behind The Haunt blog series below.

Overview of Kill 'N Fill Garage Storyline

Fueled by evil, killers have taken over the abandoned Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Wander through the junkyard before entering the grease-stained mechanics bay and becoming lost within the office. As you make your way to the boiler room, beware… the screams start when the engines die.

Visitors to the Kill ‘N Fill Garage will find the haunted house in the Midway America region of Hersheypark next to Wildcat’s Revenge beyond the Midway of Misery.

The abandoned gas station trope found in many horror and thriller movies serves as the setting of the latest Dark Nights haunted house. However, guests who wander the seemingly abandoned garage will find it well inhabited. Each area from the shop exterior to the car wash are well-detailed with mechanical misery.

Inspiration Behind the Kill 'N Fill Garage Concept

Having once owned an abattoir, which served as the inspiration behind the Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir haunted house, Hershey Estates (now Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company) also owned gas stations. These classic mid-century full service stations that were iconic not only here in Hershey, but across America served as an overflowing source of inspiration for Kill 'N Fill Garage.

Haunted House Construction Updates

Construction of Kill 'N Fill Garage started soon after the end of the 2024 Dark Nights season. The same space that once housed The Descent haunted house has been completely transformed to capture the spirit of the vintage gas station. Guests will see this spirit in action as soon as they approach the entrance to the house, which will be the first to feature an entirely custom-built facade. Once inside, visitors will feel truly immersed with hundreds of pieces of automotive decor, including some Hersheypark easter eggs! Additionally, many props found within the house are recycled, which include over 350 recycled tires, including many from our maintenance fleet, and vintage tools and equipment reclaimed from the various buildings of Hersheypark.

Eight Weekends to Visit Kill 'N Fill Garage

Dark Nights is open for eight weekends of immersive haunts, including Halloween night, starting nightly at 6 p.m. from Friday, Sept. 12, through Nov. 2, 2025. The terrifying next chapter of Dark Nights features five haunted houses with all-new and evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity. Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways will transform into four scare zones - more than ever before - each evening.

Tickets for Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights are available now during our Hersheypark Halloween Ticket Presale. The haunted houses and scare zones are included with Hersheypark Halloween admission, along with 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, the new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail for children 12 and under, the Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings and live entertainment, Hershey Character appearances, the popular Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball show and more.

Stay tuned for more information and guides to the thrills, chills and Halloween fun of Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights 2025.

Hersheypark

1. Visit Hersheypark For The Last Summer Weekend

Saturday, Sept. 6 and Sunday, Sept. 7

Hersheypark is open Saturday, Sept. 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for guests to celebrate a sweet end to summer with coaster rides, Hershey Characters and King Size Shakes. Tickets include access to more than 50 rides weather and maintenance permitting. 

2. Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Presented by Reese's and Kit Kat® Begins

Open Weekends Starting Friday, Sept. 12

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights presented by Reese's and Kit Kat® return for eight weekends starting Friday, Sept. 12! For nearly 25 days, including Halloween night, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions including the new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. 

The seasonal event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass and the Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings and live entertainment. 

3. Visit Spirit’s Rooftop Bar at The Chocolatier

Open Weekends Starting Friday, Sept. 12

Shift gears for a ghastly good time with spirits both real and imagined at Spirit’s Rooftop Bar on The Chocolatier patio. Enjoy limited time only spine-chilling cocktails like our fuel pump served “Transmission Fluid” and wicked-good eats like our smoky dusted “Spare Tires” onion rings. It’s your pit stop to fuel up before venturing back down to face the terrors lurking in the shadows of Dark Nights.

LIVE SHOWS

4. Hardy: Jim Bob World Tour at Hersheypark Stadium

Saturday, Sept. 6 at 6:15 p.m.

Country rock superstar HARDY will embark on the “JIM BOB World Tour” in 2025, headlining arenas and amphitheaters across the U.S. with special guests Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr. and Sikarus.

5. Falling In Reverse at Hersheypark Stadium

Sunday, Sept. 7 at 6:15 p.m.

American rock band Falling In Reverse are hitting the road for their North American “God Is A Weapon Tour.” Produced by Live Nation, the tour will also feature performances from Slaughter to Prevail, Hollywood Undead and Sleep Theory. 

6. Hozier at Hersheypark Stadium

Friday, Sept. 19 at 6:55 p.m.

Building on the unprecedented success of his “Unreal Unearth Tour” in 2023 and 2024, Hozier announced an extended run of 2025 dates across North America, including a stop at Hersheypark Stadium. This exciting new leg of the tour will see the acclaimed singer-songwriter touring stadiums for the first time, along with his return to amphitheaters and festivals across the country. 

7. Slayer at Hersheypark Stadium  

Saturday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m.

Slayer announced a one-night-only performance at Hersheypark Stadium. The show in Hershey marks the band’s only East Coast performance in 2025.

8. Washington Capitals Vs. Philadelphia Flyers at GIANT Center

Thursday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m.

The Hershey Bears and the club’s National Hockey League affiliate, the Washington Capitals, are proud to announce that NHL preseason action is coming to Hershey. The Capitals will take the ice in Chocolatetown to battle the Philadelphia Flyers at GIANT Center. 

9. Twenty-One Pilots at Hersheypark Stadium

Saturday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m.

GRAMMY-winning rock sensation Twenty One Pilots announced their North American headline tour, THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH 2025, will visit Hersheypark Stadium. THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH 2025 begins less than 6 months after the band’s massive “Clancy World Tour” played to over 1.1 million fans in stadiums and arenas across the globe. 

10. Adam Sandler at GIANT Center

Sunday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Following successful sold-out performances in 2022 and 2023, critically acclaimed comedian Adam Sandler announced his “You’re My Best Friend” tour across North America, including a show at GIANT Center.

Around Town

11. Experience the Wildlife of North America at ZooAmerica

Open Daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Explore ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park on select dates this month and see various animals representing species from five regions of the North American continent. Animal lovers can sweeten a zoo visit by going behind the scenes during brand-new Premium Animal Feedings with river otters, black bears or gray wolves. The 30-minute encounters include the opportunity to feed the animals while learning all about their natural history and even observing unique behaviors. All participants must pre-register and pre-pay 48 hours in advance.

12. Fall Into Relaxation At The Hershey Spas

Available Daily; Appointments Highly Encouraged

Enjoy a day of fall relaxation with Pumpkin Spice spa treatments at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey and MeltSpa by Hershey! The Hershey spas are excited to bring back these guest favorite fall-inspired treatments and packages for a limited time. Treatments include a Pumpkin Spice Massage, Body Wrap, Mani/Pedi and more.  

To schedule an appointment at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey, call 844-330-1797. For appointments at MeltSpa, visit MeltSpa.com or call 855-500-2366.

13. Bug-O-Rama at Hershey Gardens

Sunday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Hershey Gardens’ annual Bug-O-Rama introduces families to the wonderful world of bugs. The event features an array of insects from around the globe, including tarantulas, unique mantises, scorpions, jungle nymphs, cockroaches, walking sticks and more.

Special guests include Ryan “The Bug Man” with a collection of live and preserved insects and arachnids, ZooAmerica, Penn State Entomological Outreach, PA Woodmobile, Keys to Bees and more. Youngsters can participate in a variety of hands-on activities and crafts. Sarah’s Creamery will be selling treats, and face painting is offered for an additional charge. Tickets to the event are included in general admission.

14. Trick-Or-Treat Trail at Hershey's Chocolate World

Weekends Starting Friday, Sept. 12

Collect candy at several sweet stops and stock up on your favorite Halloween treats in the World's Largest Hershey's Store, with more stops in Hersheypark! Candy is free for ages 12 and under.

15. Intro to Forest Bathing at Hershey Gardens

Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Forest bathing is a guided experience that invites participants to slow down, engage their senses and cultivate a deeper connection with the natural world. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, boost immune function and enhance overall well-being. Classes are led by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) Forest Therapy Guide Lauren Berg. Tickets are $35 per person, online registration required. 

16. Explore Founders Hall Visitors Center at Milton Hershey School

Open Monday - Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Milton Hershey School (MHS) Founders Hall Visitors Center is open for visitors to explore more than 110 years of MHS history. The free tour explores the story of the School's past, present, and future. It is located at 801 Spartan Lane, Hershey, PA 17003, near the intersection of Meadow Ln. and East Governor Rd. (Rte. 322).

OVERNIGHT GETAWAYS

17. Plan A September Getaway

Whether you’re looking to seize the last bit of summer or enjoy some Halloween fun, the Official Resorts of Hersheypark is the place to book your sweet September getaway. 

Guests can take advantage of the Kids Stay, Play & Eat FREE Package, available at The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge select dates through Sept. 7. Other packages include the 2-Day Stay & Play Package, 3-Night Sweet Stay Package and the Buy 1 Night, Get 1 50% Off at Hersheypark Camping Resort.

Opt for a spookier visit with the 1-Night or 2-Night Hersheypark Halloween Packages or the 2-Night Dark Nights Package, featuring a 2-Day Hersheypark Halloween ticket, breakfast each day, Hersheypark Halloween tasting pass and Dark Nights Houses Fast Track for each guest. These packages are available on weekends starting Sept. 12.

Check out our fall guides to The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge and Hersheypark Camping Resort to help you plan for a sweet stay.

For nearly 25 days, including Halloween night, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill Garage haunted house, four scare zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more - all included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. The seasonal event will also feature exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular Dark Nights Tasting Pass and Avenue Of The Afterlife path with themed food and drink offerings and live entertainment. 

Hersheypark Halloween event hours are 5-10 p.m. on Fridays, 12-10 p.m. on Saturdays and 12-9 p.m. on Sundays. Dark Nights begins each night at 6 p.m. and extends one hour after the Park closes, running Fridays and Saturdays until 11 p.m. and Sundays until 10 p.m.

Dark Nights

The terrifying next chapter of Dark Nights at Hersheypark Halloween begins nightly at 6 p.m. Dark Nights features five haunted houses with all-new and evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity. 

• Kill ‘N Fill Garage (NEW FOR 2025): Fueled by evil, the Kill 'N Fill Garage hums with danger, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Enter the grease-stained mechanics bay, squeeze through the shadowy back office, weave around twisted wreckage in the body shop, escape the claustrophobia of the storeroom, and wade through the blood-slicked car wash. But, beware… the screams start when the engines die. 
• Estate of Evil: The 13 rooms in this mansion offer charm, mystery, and a new sauna that is sure to make you sweat. Just be warned: the last guests who overstayed their welcome are still feeling the heat. 
• Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir: The Mortem family just added a packing room to the tour. Her nephew is stepping up his game, and his twisted cousin is on hand to keep the family business running… no matter what (or who) comes through the door.
• Haunted Coal Mine: Head back down into the suffocating darkness of the mines, where time slows down, and the air runs thin. Step inside a new room that offers a breath of relief…but not for long. Down here, not everything that breathes is human. 
• Twisted Carnevil: Step right up! The big top is abuzz with new acts. But watch your back! One of the new performers leaves more than a mark… they leave a permanent impression. 

Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways will transform into four Scare Zones - more than ever before - each evening.

• Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse (NEW FOR 2025): Long hidden from sight, the Path Of Shadows has opened, and 3 mysterious witches have emerged. Tread carefully through our all-new scare zone, where something wicked is brewing, or run the risk of becoming the next victim of the Coven’s Curse. 
• Darkstone’s Hollow: After a brutal battle, Professor Darkstone stands victorious, his mythical menagerie broken and caged. The creatures are under Darkstone’s command for now, but you can feel the danger in the air. Stay hidden or be hunted.
• Midway Of Misery: Beware, in between the flamed arches and amongst the thick fog, creatures may appear when you least expect it.
• Fallout Zone: The green fog is back, and radiation is spreading. Chaos is rising, and the real threat isn’t the fallout… it’s the aftermath.

Hersheypark Halloween

Families can experience Hersheypark Halloween as they play by day and fright by night, with thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting), dark rides on select coasters during the last hour of 
Park operation, trick-or-treating with 14 stops (10 in Treatville region and four at Hershey’s Chocolate World), the Avenue Of The Afterlife, Hershey Character appearances, kid-friendly entertainment with the return of the popular Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball show in Chevrolet Music Box Theatre venue and the original Creatures Of The Night flashlight tour celebrating its 45th anniversary at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park. 

Limited-Time Culinary Creations and Retail

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights will feature an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 50 scary good eats and spell-binding drinks. 

Terror Tots are back by popular demand, along with new items, including Dirty Soda, Conchas and Mac N' Cheese Balls made with CHEETOS Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT Cheese Flavored Snacks. Stay tuned to the Hersheypark social media channels for more official reveals closer to the start of the season. 

The Dark Nights Tasting Pass returns for guests to taste five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and drinks available exclusively during Dark Nights. 

Located in the Hershey’s Chocolatetown region, The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio will bring back Spirit’s Rooftop Bar, a rooftop rendezvous available during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days. There will be more tasty details about an all-new menu to come.

Guests can take home a piece of Dark Nights with event-exclusive branded merchandise, which will be revealed closer to the season.

Ticketing Information

Hersheypark Halloween admission includes access to the Dark Nights haunted houses and Scare Zones, all 50 rides and attractions, Hersheypark Halloween entertainment, and ZooAmerica when guests enter through Hersheypark during Park hours. 

Guests interested in visiting for the seasonal event can purchase One-Day or Two-Day Any Day Tickets, valid through Jan. 4, 2026, online now. Current 2025 Season Pass Holders can enjoy unlimited Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights visits. 

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

During the Halloween season, guests can extend their stay in Hershey, Pa., at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark: The Hotel Hershey luxury accommodation, including the all-new The Villas at The Hotel Hershey experience, Hershey Lodge resort and Hersheypark Camping Resort campground. 

All guests receive Free Resort Benefits like free front gate shuttle service and preview hours. Overnight guests of Hershey Lodge receive exclusive access to Hershey’s Water Works at Hershey Lodge indoor pool complex. Hersheypark Halloween One-Day and Two-Day packages are now available online.

Join Our Halloween Team

Join our team as a scare actor, specialty performer, Dark Nights Attendant, Ride Operator or Food & Beverage team member, and enjoy sweet perks including FREE admission to Hersheypark Halloween, FREE parking to Hersheypark Entertainment Complex events, discounts around town and so much more! 

Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.

The 2025 tour will bring together the best of Christian music, blending TobyMac’s high-energy performances, MercyMe’s heartfelt worship anthems, and Matthew West’s inspirational storytelling. Fans can expect to hear hit songs like TobyMac’s “Made to Love,” MercyMe’s “I Can Only Imagine” and Matthew West’s “Hello My Name Is,” alongside new music that continues to touch lives. 

For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.TPRLive.co/Tours. 

Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.

WWE Superstar Damian Priest will host the event, as a well-known “metalhead” and a long-time Slayer fan. Guests will be treated to a truly epic heavy metal concert line-up that features a mix of legendary bands with acclaimed newer artists, including Knocked Loose, Suicidal Tendencies, Power Trip, Cavalera Conspiracy and Exodus. 

For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.Slayer.Net. 

Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.

Davis recently released his new single, “Bar None,” off of his highly anticipated next album expected to release in 2025. The new album is the follow-up to his Platinum-selling breakthrough album “Bluebird Days,” which produced four consecutive No. 1 singles and two “Song of the Year” winning song titles off of one album. Davis is the first artist in history to accomplish the feat. 

For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.JordanDavisOfficial.com. 

Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.

Zeiders is a true road warrior and shows no signs of slowing down, playing bigger markets and bigger venues. The 2025 “Relapse” tour dates follow his successful 2023-24 “Pretty Little Poison” headlining tour, which sold out more than 55 shows across the U.S. and Canada, including a standout performance at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium and appearances at major festivals.

His undeniable star power continues to capture audiences across genre lines and is rapidly cementing himself as one of Country’s newest and most promising genre staples. At just 25 years old, Zeiders has already surpassed 3.6 billion global career streams.

For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.WarrenZeiders.com. 

Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.

Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone Magazine’s “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top-grossing stand-up comics in the business, a movie star, a leading podcaster and an entrepreneur. In 2024, Kresicher had the sixth highest-grossing comedy tour worldwide after touring for only six months, from January to June. 

For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.BertBertBert.com. 

Plenty of shows brighten spirits throughout the remainder of December! Check out our full guide to holiday entertainment below.

Saturday, December 14 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Hershey Symphony Presents: Holiday Spectacular at Hershey Theatre

Join the Hershey Symphony for a beloved holiday tradition that has become a family favorite! Timeless classics and exciting new arrangements will capture the spirit of the season. Don't miss out on this festive musical journey that promises to fill your heart with joy and wonder. 

Sunday, December 15 at 5 p.m.

Cirque Musica “Holiday Wonderland” at Hershey Theatre

Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season with the all-new Cirque Musica “Holiday Wonderland,” a perfect fusion of circus artistry and beloved holiday melodies. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the magical holiday extravaganza filled with music, marvels and merriment will ignite the festive spirit in all who attend. Featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats and talented musicians, Cirque Musica “Holiday Wonderland” takes audiences on a journey into a world of music, cirque and wonder. With new costumes, music and storylines, the all-new show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites.

Tuesday, December 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Leslie Odom, Jr. “The Christmas Tour” at Hershey Theatre

Leslie Odom Jr. is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy Award-nominated actor, singer, songwriter and entertainer. With an expansive career that touches many performance genres, Odom has been repeatedly recognized as a unique performer with a serious and distinct dedication to the craft of storytelling. Odom is best known for his breakout role as ‘Aaron Burr’ in the hit musical “Hamilton” on Broadway, as well as his critically acclaimed performance as legendary soul singer Sam Cooke in Regina King’s 2020 film “One Night in Miami.” Most recently, Odom made his long-awaited return to Broadway, starring in and co-producing the new Broadway production of the classic American comedy “Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch” by the legendary Ossie Davis. His fifth studio album, “When A Crooner Dies,” was released in November 2023.

Saturday December 21 at 1 and 5 p.m. | Sunday, December 22 at 2 p.m.

Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet's “The Nutcracker” at Hershey Theatre

Let the holiday magic come to life with this festive family-friendly ballet. Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet is the only school in the world licensed to perform this production and is one of the most sought-after Nutcracker performances to attend or participate in. The performance is enjoyable for the whole family!

Upcoming Broadway Programming at Hershey Theatre

Tuesday, January 14 to Sunday, January 19 | Times Vary

Pretty Woman: The Musical at Hershey Theatre

Tickets to see a Broadway show at Hershey Theatre make the perfect gift for your loved ones! Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, Pretty Woman: The Musical springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell ("Hairspray," “Kinky Boots,” “Legally Blonde”). “If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical!” (BuzzFeed News). 

Are you ready to fall in love all over again?

Enjoy Extra Thrills on Select Rides and Coasters

Weather permitting, over 40 rides, including 7 of your favorite coasters, are slated to be open during the bonus weekend. Guests can enjoy extra thrills on Candymonium, Wildcat's Revenge, Laff Trakk and more. View the list of participating attractions here.

See the Animals

ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is also included in the one-price admission when guests enter via the bridge inside Hersheypark during Park hours on Saturday and Sunday. The Zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. 

Guests can also enjoy a show in the Aquatheatre inside Hersheypark each day at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Grab a Bite to Eat

Guests can grab a bite to eat at various major dining locations throughout the Park, including 1906 Grill, 8-Cut Crust, Overlook Food Court, and more . Those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth can enjoy King Size Shakes, funnel cakes, and a wide variety of other treats. View the list of participating dining locations here.

Save on Tickets

There's still plenty of time to experience sweet thrills this year at Hersheypark! Save more than 30% and enjoy the flexibility to visit on any operating day through Jan. 1, 2025 with a 1-Day Any Day Ticket. Or enjoy back-to-back visits with 2-Day Tickets, also valid through Jan. 1, 2025. 

Interested in experiencing the magic of Christmas Candylane at Hersheypark? Stay tuned for our Countdown to Candylane ticket pre-sale, launching Nov. 4!

Hersheypark Halloween will continue to offer kid-friendly rides, chocolatey trick-or-treat adventures, festive Hershey Character experiences and more for families before Dark Nights immersive haunt experience begins at 6 p.m. Guests with young ghosts and goblins can use this guide of family-friendly things to do at Hersheypark Halloween to help plan their fall visit. 

Rides for All Ages

Hersheypark Halloween tickets include 50 rides, weather and maintenance permitting, with options for all Hershey height categories, from more than 40 kiddie and family rides to over a dozen thrilling coasters. 

Thrill seekers in the family are in for a real treat during Hersheypark Halloween, as the lights go out for dark rides on Candymonium, Comet, Lightning Racer and Wildcat's Revenge during the last hour of operation. Plus, Laff Trakk will be lights-out all day and night long. The Halloween season is the only time of the year that guests can feel the rush of epic coasters with white-knuckle speed and unbeatable inversions in the dark. 

Please note that select kiddie and family rides may close by 5 p.m. before the start of Dark Nights. These attractions include Granny Bugs, Monorail, Music Express, Pony Parade, Red Baron, Sweet Swing, Tea Cups and Trailblazer. Tiny Tracks and Skyview are temporarily closed throughout Hersheypark Halloween. Guests can download the Hersheypark app for a map and real-time ride availability. 

Trick-or-Treating for Guests 12 and Under

There’s no sweeter place to trick-or-treat than Hersheypark! Children 12 and under are invited to don a Halloween costume* and enjoy 13 sweet stops on the Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail winding from Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction with three stops to Treatville in The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park with 10 candy stops. This year, kids can also trick-or-treat on Halloween night, Oct. 31, beginning at 5 p.m.

Treatville is open at the start of each operating day until 8:30 p.m. along a new path with Halloween lighting. The path begins at the Cabana entrance across from Fahrenheit and winds throughout the water park with fun photo spots.

View the Guide to Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail 2024 for more information.

*Costume Policy

• All guests: Costumes that may cause confusion between the Dark Nights actors and guests are not permitted. Additionally, except as otherwise noted below, costumes are permitted on attractions provided they do not interfere with the restraint system, proper riding position, or cause a hazard to guests, employees, and/or the attraction. The loose articles policy for each attraction can be found under the “Additional Restrictions/Accessibility” link located on the information pages for each attraction on Hersheypark’s website, in the Rider Safety & Accessibility Guide, and on the Height Signs located at each attraction. Failure to adhere to the Hersheypark Costume Policy may result in the costume not being permitted or guest removal from the Park.
• Guests age 12 and under: Costumes and costume masks that provide unobstructed peripheral vision at all times with openings that allow the eyes to be fully seen may be worn. Costume masks are not allowed to be worn on any attractions. Having a fully painted face is permitted. This applies to guests who come to Hersheypark in makeup and also to guests who have their faces painted by the Park’s face painters.
• Guests age 13 and older: Costumes may be worn but must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, revealing, objectionable, violent, or otherwise disrupt the general safety of guests or employees. Costumes may not contain any props or accessories that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another guest. Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening. Costumes may not drag on the ground as they could be a trip hazard. Costume masks are not permitted, but guests may have up to half of their face painted provided that it does not alter their identity.

ALL-NEW Avenue Of The Afterlife 

For those guests who want to experience Dark Nights thrills without any chills,  there's no need to fear! Take a stroll down the Avenue Of The Afterlife, conveniently located in The Boardwalk. This new, scare-free zone will feature exclusive food, retail shopping, wicked-fun street performances and more - all while skipping the scares! It's the perfect not-so-spooky introduction to Dark Nights fun for families with young monsters.

Guests can also enjoy the haunt without all the scare during a Dark Nights Character Meet & Greet.

• 7-7:30 p.m. - Professor Darkstone
• 7:30-8 p.m. - Necromancer
• 8-9 p.m. - Fryboy & Friends from the Decade Brigade

Hershey Characters Glow Dance Parties

The Hershey Characters are dressed up in their Halloween finest and ready to party to the season's classics during more party times offered each day inside Music Box Theatre. Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball returns three times on Fridays and four times on Saturdays and Sundays for guests to put their rhythm to the test and dance the night away with their most beloved Characters. Times are listed in the Hersheypark app.

Hershey Character Photo Opportunities

Hersheypark is the only place guests can snap selfies with Hershey Characters dressed in Halloween costumes. Photo opportunities at Hershey’s Hangout are listed in the Hersheypark app. Don’t forget to tag us in your photos using #HersheyparkHappy!

Check out some other top photo spots throughout the Park.

Our Friends From The Sea Show

Guests can see California sea lions, Atlantic harbor seals and a grey seal during the Our Friends From The Sea show in the Aquatheatre at 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays (please note no shows on Fridays).

All-New Dining Experiences

Guests often come for the rides but stay for the sweets at Hersheypark, and Halloween is no different. Hersheypark offers a taste of fall with more than 50 limited-time treats, savory eats and cocktails available during Hersheypark Halloween. Instagram-worthy items include a Halloween-themed King Size Shake topped with baked goods, KILLbassa bowl, Terror Tots and so much more! 

Check out our 2024 Foodie Guide to Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights to eat your way through Hersheypark.

Guests can also sample some of the frightfully delicious food offerings available during Dark Nights with the Hersheypark HalloweenTasting Pass, which includes a choice of up to five specialty menu items from more than 35 food and beverage options throughout the Park, such as Pulled Pork Sliders, Blood Orange Lemonade, Black Velvet Cake and more. The Tasting Pass is $36.95 plus tax and can be purchased online in advance or in-person at Guest Services locations.

Creatures Of The Night at ZooAmerica (Starting October 11)

Guests should bring their flashlight and curiosity because ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is getting in on the Halloween action. The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this fall, with the Creatures Of The Night attraction running three weekends on Fridays through Sundays from Oct. 11-27. The Halloween-themed experience from 6-9 p.m. is the only time of year that ZooAmerica is open after dark for visitors to explore the Zoo by flashlight to see their favorite nocturnal animals under cover of nightfall and enjoy educational activities. 

View a guide of activities and educational displays for the whole family during Creatures Of The Night

ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark Halloween when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. Guests interested in visiting ZooAmerica before Hersheypark opens will have to purchase separate Zoo admission here.

Dark Nights Haunted Houses and Scare Zones

If your family wants to give scare a try, the nightmare continues for Dark Nights in its third year with new, blood-curdling frights lurking about beginning nightly at 6 p.m. A Hersheypark Halloween ticket or 2024 Hersheypark Season Pass includes Dark Nights admission with five haunted houses and three spine-chilling Scare Zones that vary in intensity. 

NEW in 2024 is the Estate of Evil Haunted House, featuring 13 terrifying rooms in a spacious brownstone mansion. Prepare to be captivated by the meticulous care of the live-in waitstaff, but be cautious not to suffer the same fate as the previous owners! Also new is Darkstone's Hollow: Battle for Spring Creek, a scare zone located in The Hollow region of the Park. 

Some aspects of the experience may be too intense for children younger than 13. Parental discretion and guidance are advised. 

Explore the Haunt Guide to Dark Nights for more details.

Halloween Getaway

Visitors looking to treat the family to a Halloween weekend in The Sweetest Place On Earth can book the perfect fall getaway at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark, with rates available here. 

The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge will offer several Halloween packages, including a Dark Nights package featuring two nights of deluxe accommodations, a two-day Hersheypark ticket, breakfast each day, Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Passes and Dark Nights Haunted House Fast Track Passes for each guest. 

All guests of The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge or Hersheypark Camping Resort receive FREE Resort Benefits, including the best price on Hersheypark tickets, extra hours at the Park with Preview Plan, and free front-gate shuttle service to the all-new exclusive resort drop-off location. 

Hersheypark & Hershey's Chocolatetown

Guests can find pumpkins all throughout Pennsylvania's largest amusement park during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, open on weekends through Nov. 3, 2024. This seasonal event features thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather permitting), a Treatville trick-or-treat trail for children 12 and under, Hershey's Character Glow Dance Parties, Dark Nights Haunted Houses and Scare Zones and more. 

Grab some delicious items throughout the Park and visit Hershey’s Chocolatetown to enjoy unique pumpkin sweets this season. 

Simply Chocolate 

Located in the Founder’s Way area of Hersheypark, Simply Chocolate offers a signature Hershey experience with their award-winning King Size Shakes. This season, slurp down the Pumpkin King Size Shake, a pumpkin-flavored milkshake topped with a pumpkin roll. 

The Chocolatier  Restaurant Bar + Patio 

The Chocolatier Restaurant Bar + Patio is a fun-to-table restaurant serving classic family fare wth a fun spin and hints of chocolate. Guests ages 21 and up can try a White Pumpkin Martini from their new fall menu.

MILTON’S  ICE CREAM PARLOR

Enjoy custom-made ice cream creations crafted by expert Ice Creamologists or savory bites at Milton’s Ice Cream Parlor.  For a limited time, try the Pumpkin Blondie, available with the Dark Nights Tasting Pass. 

Creatures of the Night at ZooAmerica

ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is open on National Pumpkin Day for its seasonal event, Creatures of the Night. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests can explore the zoo by flashlight, see animals enjoy pumpkin enrichments and find lit pumpkins decorating the zoo.

Creatures Of The Night is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark Halloween only when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark. Separate admission, starting at $14.50 plus taxes and fees, is also available online or at the ZooAmerica Admissions Building for guests who plan to attend just Creatures Of The Night. 

The Spas in Hershey

The Spa At The Hotel Hershey resort spa and MeltSpa by Hershey day spa are offering pumpkin treatments now through Nov. 30! Unwind at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey with fall seasonal treatments like the Pumpkin Spice Massage, Pumpkin Souffle Hydrating Body Wrap or The Great Pumpkin Facial. Or, visit MeltSpa by Hershey and warm up with the Pumpkin Spice Collection, featuring treatments such as Pumpkin Spice Manicure and Pedicure, Pumpkin Spice Body Wrap and Pumpkin Whip Perfecting Facial. 

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

Restaurants at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark are geared up for fall with new seasonal menus, featuring these pumpkin items at select dining locations.

Hershey Lodge

Treat yourself to a Pumpkin Spice Latte or Pumpkin Chai at Cocoa Beanery, an all-day coffee shop located in the lobby of Hershey Lodge. Or add a Pumpkin Spice Cannoli topping to your Buttermilk Pancakes, Belgian Waffle or Maple Vanilla Custard French Toast stack at STACKS. For guests ages 21 and up, a Pumpkin Pie Martini can be found at all Hershey Lodge restaurants.

The Hotel Hershey

Visit The Circular, the flagship restaurant of The Hotel Hershey, for their Pumpkin Caramel dessert, which features pumpkin cheesecake cremeux, gingerbread, and pumpkin brittle. 

Hersheypark Camping Resort

Those camping on weekends Oct. 25 - Nov. 3 can look forward to the popular pumpkin decorating contest at Hersheypark Camping Resort!

Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens

Hershey Gardens is hosting a Pumpkin Palooza from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 26-27! Pumpkin Palooza will feature more than 200 hand-painted pumpkins, walk-through pumpkin arches, a 14-foot pumpkin “tree” and three pumpkin mosaics. Visitors can also enjoy 1,400 blooming mums and displays of gourds, hay bales and ornamental grasses as well as live entertainment and food trucks. Kids are encouraged to dress in costume and will receive candy, courtesy of The Hershey Company.

Be sure to share your favorite pumpkin flavors with us on social media using #HersheyPA! 

Guests brave enough to explore the charming new brownstone have raved about the immersive details, haunting special effects and unique set design. But, the storyline sets this fifth haunted house apart in the lineup of integrated thrill experiences guests can only find at Hersheypark during the 2024 Halloween season.

Read on to learn more about the story behind Estate of Evil in our Behind The Haunt blog series below.

Overview of Estate of Evil Storyline

A charming new brownstone mansion has officially hit the market. During an open house, guests will walk through 13 rooms of this spacious home, including a lively game room, a private wine cellar and an enchanted garden. Along the tour, they may be astonished at the meticulous care the live-in staff takes to preserve the past. But guests must remain vigilant as they roam the estate's halls, or they may suffer the same fate as the previous owners.

The Seven Deadly Sins are the central theme of the scares found within the Estate of Evil. The sins did not occur all at once, but rather through the decades as different owners moved into the estate: 

1. Greed of the post-industrial era
2. Gluttony during prohibition
3. Prideful huntsman of the late 1930s
4. Envious starlet of the 1950s pin-up era
5. Lust of the 1970s club scene 
6. Sloth of the 1990s gamers

Astute visitors might notice that one sin seems to be left out. It is the timeless wrath of the staff who have passed judgment upon these previous owners’ acts that brings the experience together. Each room is haunted by a previous owner of the house who met their untimely death at the hands of the passionate and protective staff.

Inspiration Behind the Estate of Evil Concept

The inspiration for this new house came from the historic brownstone quarries of Hummelstown. Many grand mansions and public buildings found across the United States are built from brownstone quarried right in Dauphin County, which ties this new haunted house directly to our region. Brownstone construction was at its height in the late 19th century, which helped to establish the origin of the Estate of Evil.

Two More Weekends to Visit Estate of Evil

Dark Nights is open for two more weekends on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 3, 2024, plus a special Thursday night on Halloween. Guests who dare to tour the Estate of Evil can find the haunted house in the Pioneer Frontier region of Hersheypark near Fahrenheit. It is located in Tidal Force Catering across from Tidal Force and next to the entrance portal for the Fallout Zone scare zone.

To sweeten the scare, the five Dark Nights haunted houses and three scare zones are included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket. Guests wishing to get to the thrills and fear faster and skip the lines during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights can add a Fast Track program to their admission ticket. 

To learn more about the thrills that haunt enthusiasts and Halloween lovers can experience both day and night, check out our Haunt Guide to Hersheypark Dark Nights 2024.

Front Gate, Chocolatetown

Your first photo stop comes as soon as you make your way to the main entrance of Hersheypark! The entrance plaza in Hershey's Chocolatetown has been lined with decorative pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns for the perfect fall vibe. Looking for a slightly more eerie aesthetic? Wait until dark and come back to see the overhead sign glow red.

Kisses Fountain, Chocolatetown

The next photo-op is just beyond the entrance at our iconic Kisses Fountain. A Dark Nights sign serves as an additional landmark when you enter the fountain plaza, surrounded by the helix of Candymonium. Wait for just the right moment, and you may catch one of the trains racing through the track in your shot. Or, hang tight until nighttime as the Kisses Fountain will glow orange, green and purple to celebrate the Halloween season.

Hershey's Hangout, Chocolatetown

This iconic Chocolatetown location is normally home to Sweet Greets* with your larger-than-life Hershey's friends, but it's also a great location for pictures with your friends and family! By daylight, you can pose with characters like Hershey Bar directly on the patio of Hershey's Hangout and find other friends nearby like Kit Kat and Ice Breaker. By night, the patio transforms with glowing lights to make a sparkling photo location - perfect for selfies.

*Check the Hersheypark App or our website for showtimes on the day of your visit. Character appearances and times are subject to change.

Hershey Character Glow Dance Party, Music Box Theatre

Speaking of characters, Shake, Rattle, and Glow: Monster Ball is a howling costume pageant hosted by your Hershey's Candy Friends as they sport their Halloween best. While you can get some incredible pictures of characters like Jolly Rancher, Miss Twizz and others on stage, you can also get your very own photo with them! Stay after the show for a Sweet Greet with the characters and pose with them in their special Halloween costumes.

*Check the Hersheypark App or our website for showtimes on the day of your visit. Show times are subject to change.

Creature Cages, Darkstone's Hollow

The cages that once held the creatures of Professor Darkstone's mythical menagerie are open for photos in The Hollow region right across from Comet. Strike a pose from behind the bars, but be careful that you're not added to the collection!

Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail, Treatville

Located in The Boardwalk region of the Park, Treatville provides some sweet photo spots along a path of ten candy stops. Day or night, there are plenty of photogenic places to pose including the Happy Halloween display, a giant light-up pumpkin, the Kissmobile and a new hay maze with a spider in the center. These backdrops are just another reason that makes Hersheypark the sweetest place to trick-or-treat! 

Treatville is available each Hersheypark Halloween operating day from Park Opening until 8:30 p.m. For more information, view the Guide to Hershey's Trick Or Treat Trail 2024.

Fallout Zone Entrance and Reactor, Fallout Zone

Just beyond the entrance to Fahrenheit is a portal to the Fallout Zone. At night, the sign glows a radioactive green and emits a thick layer of fog. Capture your photo from an angle, and at just the right time you may even get Fahrenheit running in the background of your shot! 

Venture beyond the fog bubbles, and you'll find a glowing reactor that you can step inside for a unique photo. Just make sure the ghouls aren't waiting for you inside when you least expect it!

Avenue of the Afterlife, The Boardwalk

Also located in The Boardwalk region of the Park, the all-new Avenue of the Afterlife is home to scary-good eats, wicked-fun entertainment and plenty of photo landmarks! Grab a picture near the decorated entrance portal,  get unique views of Lightning Racer, and meet and greet with select Dark Nights characters* starting at 7:00 p.m.

*Character appearances are subject to change. Check the Hersheypark App or our website for details on the day of your visit.

Midway of Misery Entrance, Midway America

The Midway America region of the Park transforms into the Midway of Misery scare zone for the fall. The red-glowing archway is a favorite photo spot among Hersheypark guests, with many posing with their favorite ghouls of the midway in front of the arches. Watch out, though, as you never know when The Decayed Brigade may slide into your shot…

Ferris Wheel, Midway of Misery

One of the most iconic Hersheypark landmarks is the Ferris Wheel - and it's even sweeter during Halloween with a new light package! Grab your photo from within the Midway of Misery and stand back far enough to frame the Ferris Wheel within the space between the arches. Some of our Dark Nights creatures may lurk within the area, so pose with them for some added eeriness.

Fire Moments, Various Locations

Year Three of Dark Nights has easily been the most lit! There are more fire moments than ever, including TWO pyrotechnic set pieces within our scare zones. Visit the Fallout Zone, where after the alarm sounds, flames shoot high into the night atop the Tidal Force bridge. Next door, just past Laff Trakk in the Midway of Misery, sits the flaming archway, a fire-shooting portal that blasts pyrotechnics synched to the music of the midway. This photo op is for our most astute photographers, as you'll need the perfect timing to capture your shot of the flames.

Where's Your Favorite Photo Moment?

We want to see your pictures from all of the photo locations! Tag us @Hersheypark on social media and use the hashtags #HersheyparkHalloween #DarkNights and #HersheyPA in your posts. You can also tag your Instagram stories with @Hersheypark for a chance to be featured on our page!

Explore all the new fall offerings below.

Essentials For Your Golf Round

Exciting additions this month include polos and outerwear from golf brands like Holderness & Bourne, TravisMathew and johnnie-O. These pieces are great for the courses and adhere to the HCC dress code!

Hershey Country Club Branded Apparel

If you want non-golf apparel but still want to represent HCC, check out our variety of basics like sweatshirts, t-shirts and beanies. Each features an iconic hallmark of the Club. 

Styles for Women

Discover new women's golf apparel that features comfortable and stylish tops, pants and jackets that add a pop of color to the greens. 

Don't miss your chance to feel confident on and off the courses this fall. Stop by the Golf Shop from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily to see all of the authorized retailers we offer at Hershey Country Club. 

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• Berks Dogs of Doom opens at 12:00 p.m., The Butcher Shop and Afterlife Delights open at 2:00 p.m. - These locations close one hour prior to the closing of Hersheypark Halloween. 
• Dispatch Hollow Pizza opens at 2:00 p.m and closes one half hour prior to the closing of Hersheypark Halloween.
• Moonlight Libations, Shorty's Funnel Cake Truck, and Yianni's Gyro Truck open at 12:00 p.m; Dips of Decay, Reactor Rations, and Spirello Cottage open at 2:00 p.m. - These locations close with the conclusion of the Hersheypark Halloween operating day. 
• Milton's Ice Cream Parlor is open Fridays, Saturdays and on Halloween Day from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. during Hersheypark Halloween and is accessible without admission to Hersheypark. 
   

Check out each available item below!

Milton’s  Ice Cream Parlor

• Maple Cider Donut Ice Cream with Apple Cider Donut

Milton’s  Ice Cream Parlor

• Pumpkin Blondie

Milton’s  Ice Cream Parlor

• Sour Gummy Lemonade

Hollow Dispatch Pizzeria

• All Eyes On Meat

Hollow Dispatch Pizzeria

• Cinnamon Bread Intestines

Hollow Dispatch Pizzeria

• Dragon Fruit Punch

Hollow Dispatch Pizzeria

• Terror Tots 

Hollow Dispatch Pizzeria

• Voodoo Chicken Legs

Spirello Cottage

• Spirello Original 

Spirello Cottage

• Spirello Beer Cheese and Bacon 

Spirello Cottage

• Spirello Buffalo Chicken Dip

Spirello Cottage

• Spirello Chocolate and Peanut Butter

Spirello Cottage

• Pomegranate Boba Tea 

Berks Dogs of Doom

• Black Cherry Lemonade

Berks Dogs of Doom

• Blazin' Fury Dog

Berks Dogs of Doom

• Hot Dog Burnt Ends with Apple Slaw

Berks Dogs of Doom

• Swamp Dog

Dips of Decay

• Beer Cheese Dip with Pork Rinds

Dips of Decay

• Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cool Ranch Doritos

Dips of Decay

• Brownie Batter Dip with Pretzel Twists

Dips of Decay

• Spinach and Bacon Dip with Pita Chips (cold)

Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer

• Fried Oreo Eyeballs

Shorty's Funnel Cake Trailer

• Peanut Butter Explosion

Yianni's Gyros 

• Baklava

Yianni's Gyros 

• Chicken Souvlaki

Moonlight Libations

• Pizza Bombs

The Butcher Shop

• Fried Corn Nuggets

The Butcher Shop

• KILLbasa Bowl

The Butcher Shop

• Pulled Pork Slider 

The Butcher Shop

• Spare Parts Sweets Tray

Afterlife Delights

• Dark Chocolate Cold Brew

Afterlife Delights

• Red Velvet Cookies & Scream Brownie

Afterlife Delights

• S'mores DIY Kit

Afterlife Delights

• Sweet or Savory Pretzel Bones

Reactor Rations

• Blueberry Boba Iced Tea

Reactor Rations

• Cheese Curds With Smoked Olive Ranch

Reactor Rations

• Hot Honey Habanero Chicken Wings

Reactor Rations

• Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Reactor Rations

• Nashville Hot Chicken Biscuit Sandwich

All of these Tasting Pass items can also be purchased individually at each of their locations. Guests can purchase a Tasting Pass voucher online ahead of their visit to be redeemed at Guest Services for a physical pass and lanyard, or purchase a Tasting Pass in person at Guest Services on the day of their visit. Don't forget to share your favorite #HersheyparkEats photos with us on social, tagging @HersheyparkEats and using #HersheyparkEats. 

Make plans to visit this season and enjoy these tasty exclusives! 

The ZooAmerica team cares for three Gray Wolves in the Northlands region of the Zoo. The male wolf, Twister, was born on April 30, 2015, at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. The females, Hazel and Freya, were born on April 4, 2019. They arrived at ZooAmerica from Bear Country USA in Rapid City, South Dakota.

When visiting, guests can easily distinguish the male from the two females based on their fur color. Contrary to their name, gray wolves, like the ones at ZooAmerica, can range from white to shades of gray, brown and black. Nine-year-old Twister is light in color, while five-year-old sisters Hazel and Freya have very dark fur. 

Freya is the smallest wolf in the pack. She has a playful personality and the most unique howl. However, she is more shy than her sister. Hazel, on the other hand, is quite bold and always the first to interact with her enrichment activities. Twister likes to be in charge when it comes to food but can be more timid with new opportunities. He often lets Hazel take the lead, which helps to build his confidence. 

The wolves are much more active in cooler temperatures, so now is a great time to plan a visit to ZooAmerica to see them. ZooAmerica is open daily (closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended hours on select weekends in October for Creatures Of The Night. 

Every Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. this month, guests can meet one of the Zoo Educators at the Wolf Habitat to learn more about the canid trio. 

Regular admission to ZooAmerica for guests ages 9-61 is $16.50 plus taxes and fees. Juniors and seniors are $14.50 plus taxes and fees. Children 2 and younger are free. ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark when entering the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. Please note that ZooAmerica and Hersheypark hours vary.

We encourage you to follow along every “Wolf Wednesday” on the ZooAmerica Facebook and Instagram channels to stay updated on all wolf insider knowledge.