Your guide to fall in Hershey: 2021

Your guide to fall in Hershey: 2021

Welcome, fall. The heat and humidity are making their way out of town, but that doesn't mean the fun stops! There is so much to do in The Sweetest Place On Earth this season. Keep scrolling and check out our guide to all things fall in Hershey, PA.

GETAWAYS AT THE OFFICIAL RESORTS OF HERSHEYPARK

Whether you're staying in a cozy cabin or RV at Hersheypark Camping Resort or in deluxe accommodations at The Hotel Hershey or Hershey Lodge, fall is a beautiful time of year for an overnight getaway in The Sweetest Place On Earth. Take in the beauty of Hershey's fall foliage while enjoying some fall family fun on weekends, like s'mores roasts, chocolate bingo, and even some Halloween-themed resort activities, too. Plus, on select dates this season, you can save big with packages that include Hersheypark admission, breakfast and more.

Packages and offers available at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark this fall include:

• The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge
  • 2-Day Stay & Play Package - available select dates through December
  • Hersheypark Package - available select dates through December
  • Kids Treat FREE Package - available select dates in October
  • Book One Night, Get One 50% Off - available select dates through December
• Hersheypark Camping Resort
  • Hersheypark Camping Package - available select dates through October
  • Hersheypark In The Dark Camping Package - available select dates in October
  • Book One Night, Get One 50% Off - available select dates through December

Don't forget, all guests of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark also receive FREE Resort Benefits, including extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan, free front-gate shuttle service to and from the Park and the best price on Park tickets!

Here's everything you need to know to plan a visit to the Resorts this fall.

• Fall at Hersheypark Camping Resort
• Fall at The Hotel Hershey
• Fall at Hershey Lodge
• Character Appearance at The Hotel Hershey
• Character Appearance at Hershey Lodge
• S'mores Campfire at Hershey Lodge

  Photo courtesy of @Mommyunj on Twitter
• S'mores Roast

  Photo courtesy of @prep_and_shine on Instagram
• Hershey Lodge Mini Golf
• Glow Golf at The Hotel Hershey
• Chocolate Bingo
• Tennis at The Hotel Hershey
• Arcade at Hershey's Water Works
• Hershey Water Works at The Hershey Lodge
• Hotel Hershey Indoor Pool & Hot Tub
• Halloween at Hersheypark Camping Resort

HERSHEYPARK OPEN SELECT DATES

September Weekends & Extended Summer Weekend

Spend the first two weekends of fall atHersheypark! The Park is open for the final weekend of September and the first weekend of October to celebrate the end of summer season and the best of autumn weather for coaster riding.

Note:Hersheyparkis closed Columbus Day weekend.

3 Sweetest Weekends Of Halloween

Halloween will be here soon so don't miss the 3 sweetest weekends starting Oct. 15.

Hersheypark In The Darkis filled with your favorite rides and coasters, chocolatey trick or treat adventures, wild zoo visits and festiveHersheyCharacter experiences.

Looking ahead - Hersheypark is also open Nov 5-7 for a bonus weekend before we get ready for Christmas Candylane!

• Fall in Hersheypark - Great Bear
• Hershey's Chocolatetown Drone 1
• Candymonium with Riders at Hersheypark 2021
• Wave Swinger With Riders at Hersheypark 2021
• Characters Hersheypark in the Dark
• Skyrush during Hersheypark In The Dark
• Wave Swinger During Hersheypark In The Dark
• Hersheypark In The Dark - Trick-or-Treaters
• Hersheypark In The Dark - Fahrenheit
• Hersheypark Front Gate Nighttime Christmas Candylane
• The Claw with Lights at Hersheypark Christmas Candylane

ZOOAMERICA OPEN DAILY

Say hello to your favorite North American animals this fall atZooAmerica! Guests can explore the 11-acre zoo that is home to more than 200 animals.ZooAmericais open daily besides Thanksgiving Day. As the weather cools, our animals become even more active for our visitors.

Learn more about behind the scenes tours at the Zoo.

• Male Gray Wolf at ZooAmerica
• Porcupine at ZooAmerica
• Black Bear at ZooAmerica
• Burrowing Owl at ZooAmerica
• Mountain Lions at ZooAmerica
• ZooAmerica River Otter
• Arizona Mountain Kingsnake at ZooAmerica
• Deer at ZooAmerica
• Bald Eagle at ZooAmerica

PUMPKIN RELAXATION AT MELTSPA BY HERSHEY AND THE SPA AT THE HOTEL HERSHEY

Though most popular for their chocolate treatments, our spas in Hershey celebrate the season with pumpkin-inspired pampering! Did you know that pumpkin is a rich source of nutrients and antioxidants that can help the skin achieve a healthy glow throughout the fall and winter seasons?

MeltSpa by Hershey day spa offers an exclusive Pumpkin Spice Collection, available through Nov. 30. Treatments include a NEW Pumpkin Whip Perfecting Facial, plus a body scrub, body wrap, immersion, massage, manicure and pedicure. A Pumpkin Spice Package is also available for complete fall pampering.

The Spa At The Hotel Hershey resort spa features a Pumpkin Collection, also available through Nov. 30. Treatments include a facial, body scrub, body wrap, immersion, massage, manicure and pedicure. A Fall Pumpkin Package is also available.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

There are more than 20 offerings at Hersheypark Stadium, GIANT Center and Hershey Theatre this fall. From the last Stadium concert of 2021 to comedy and Broadway to holiday shows, here is a sampling of what to expect:

• Jonas Brothers at Hersheypark Stadium on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.
• Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party at GIANT Center on Oct. 21-24 at various times.
• Lauren Daigle at GIANT Center on Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m.
• Waitress at Hershey Theatre on Nov. 23-28 at various times.
• Sebastian Maniscalco: Nobody Does This Tour at GIANT Center on Nov. 26 at 8 p.m.
• Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Hershey Theatre on Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.

View the full guide for fall entertainment in Hershey.

HERSHEY BEARS 84TH SEASON

The Hershey Bears retake the ice for their 84th season in franchise history beginning Oct. 16! Whether you're watching in-person at GIANT Center (tickets will be on sale soon!) or via AHLTV, get ready to chant "B-E-A-R-S BEARS, BEARS, BEARS, WOO!" with us.

NEW CULINARY OFFERINGS

Prepare your taste buds! Pumpkin season is here and restaurants throughout Hershey, PA are starting to roll out their fall menus with your favorite seasonal flavors. Whether you are looking to have a casual meal with friends, a date-night dinner for two, or a fun, family dining experience, there is a restaurant for you in Hershey.

The Chocolatierwill mark its first fall season open daily with reservations now available online. It is also now offering happy hour specials Monday through Thursday from 4-6 p.m. Select hand crafted cocktails will be $8 with $2 off wine and draft beer with several appetizer options as part of a discounted menu available in the bar area and entire patio.

Be sure to save room for dessert. We recommend stopping by Cocoa Beanery at Hershey Lodge to try their new Pumpkin Cheesecake and Cinnamon Sticky Bun Milkshakes! Learn more about our dining offerings at DiningInHershey.com.

• The Chocolatier Happy Hour
• FB.21.Sweeterie.Candy Apples and Treats copy
• Sticky Bun Milkshake
• Hershey's Kisses Signature Chocolate Martini
• Fire & Grain
• The Bears' Den at Hershey Lodge
• Iberian Lounge
• Harvest at The Hotel Hershey
• The Circular Bar

A visit to Hershey, PA isn't complete until you visit Chocolate World, Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story Museum:

HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD ATTRACTION

The official visitors center of The Hershey Company, Hershey's Chocolate World offers a FREE Hershey's Chocolate Tour and various paid experiences such as Create Your Own Candy Bar, 4D Chocolate Movie and Hershey's Unwrapped.

Don't miss out on various fall events!

HERSHEY GARDENS

Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden that offers 11 themed gardens and a Children's Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. 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.

THE HERSHEY STORY MUSEUM

At The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, you can 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.

• Chocolate World Shopping
• Hershey Chocolate World's Hershey's Chocolate Tour
• Create Your Own Candy Bar at at Hershey's Chocolate World
• Hershey Gardens Roses 2021
• Rock Garden at Hershey Gardens, taken April 2
• Blue Morpho Butterfly at Hershey Gardens
• Butterfly Atrium at Hershey Gardens
• The Hershey Story
• The Hershey Story