09/09/2021 | Press release | Archived content
Hersheyparkamusement park, a 121-acre theme park with family-friendly rides and thrilling coasters,today announced details for its popular seasonal experiences forHersheypark In The DarkHalloween attraction andChristmas Candylaneevent. In 2021, both events celebrate key anniversaries of experiences guests can only find atHersheypark-from 15 years of trick-or-treating through the Park to 25 years visiting reindeer during the holidays.
Hersheyparkalso announced today a new extended summer weekend open to the public Oct. 2 and 3, with another bonus weekend for guests planned for November 5-7, 2021. These special weekends, plusHersheypark In The DarkandChristmas Candylane,are part of a noteworthy year forHersheypark, with more operating days than ever before and 2021 tickets valid through January 2, 2022. Operating calendar here -https://www.hersheypark.com/info/hours/.
Three Sweet Weekends forHersheypark In The Dark
There is no better place to celebrate Halloween than in Hershey with coasters and chocolate!Hersheypark In The Darkattraction will open for three weekends starting October 15 and running through October 31, 2021; Fridays from 5-9 pm and weekends 2-9 pm.
The 2021 seasonal event marks the 15th anniversary ofTreatvilletrick-or-treat trail with candy stops insideHersheyparkfor guests ages 12 and under. Coaster fans will enjoy the return of night rides on the Park's roller coasters, with lights-out rides on five coasters includingCandymoniumhyper coaster in the newHershey's Chocolatetownregion.
Other unique offerings include costumedHersheyCharactersexperiences, new fall foods throughout the Park, andCreatures Of The Nightprogram atZooAmericaNorth American Wildlife Park, which is the only time of year the Zoo is open after dark.
Guests can buy online now and save - one-day admission toHersheypark In The Darkis $54.95 plus tax for ages 9 to 61. Children 2 and younger are free. Current Season Pass Holders can enjoy unlimited visits toHersheypark In The Darkas part of their year-long perks.
Visitors can stay overnight at The Official Resorts ofHersheyparkfor the perfect fall getaway. All guests ofThe Hotel Hershey,Hershey LodgeandHersheypark Camping Resortresort properties receive FREE Resort Benefits includingFREE front gate shuttle service to the all-new exclusive resort drop-off location, resort activities, and more.Overnight deals and packages are now available, including theKids Treat FREEpackage.Visitwww.Hersheypark.com/official-resortsfor rates and additional information.
Spend the Holidays atHersheypark Christmas Candylane
Hersheypark Christmas Candylaneholiday attraction will open to the public on select dates from Nov. 12, 2021, through Jan. 2, 2021 with daily operations starting December 3 (closed Christmas Day); hours vary by day with event tickets available closer to the season.
2021 marks 25 years of Santa's reindeer making a special stop atHersheypark, asChristmas Candylaneis theonly place in the Northeastwhere guests can get an up-close look at all nine live reindeer, including Rudolph.
Christmas Candylanealso features more than 5 million twinkling lights, including the dazzling NOEL light show with more than 250,000 dancing lights synchronized to Christmas music; a unique blend of thrilling coasters likeCandymoniumand family-friendly rides (weather permitting); an experience with Santa;TREEVILLEtrail, astrolling holiday adventure experience inThe Boardwalkregion with more than a dozen uniquely decorated trees sharing storiesofThe Sweetest Place On Earth; signature hot chocolate and other sweet treats. A new Breakfast with Santa experience will also be offered December weekends atThe ChocolatierRestaurant Bar + Patio with more details to come.
Hershey Sweet Lightsattraction, a drive-through holiday spectacular with nearly 600 illuminated displays, will also be open, with hours and tickets available late September.
Special holiday packages will be available at The Official Resorts ofHersheyparklater this monthso guests can enjoy all the holiday season has to offer inThe Sweetest Place On Earth. VisitHersheypark.com/official-resortsfor rates and additional information.
New Culinary Offerings
New fall and winter seasonal items are also planned for the latest culinary experiences inHershey's Chocolatetown-The ChocolatierRestaurant, Bar + Patio,Milton'sIce Cream ParlorandThe SweeterieConfectionery Kitchen.
The Chocolatierwill mark its first fall season open dailywith reservations now available onlinefor dates after September 13.The Chocolatierwill also begin to offer new happy hour specials Monday through Thursday from 4-6 pm starting September 13. 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.
2022 Season Pass Offerings
Hersheyparkis pleased to announce the launch of its 2022 Season Pass program, with unlimited fun all year long starting at 9 monthly payments of less than $16. 2022 Season Passes include unlimited visits throughout 2022, great discounts, exclusive events and sweet perks based on Pass type as detailed here -Hersheypark.com/tickets/season-passes.php.
Building on the popularity of perk choices, guests have three options for their 2022 Season Passes: King Size; Full Size; and Bite Size.
Current Season Pass holders who renew for 2022 will receive a $20 voucher valid at The Chocolatier,Milton's,The SweeterieandHersheyparkSupply Co. to use in 2022. New Pass holders may purchase an option to add the rest of 2021 and enjoy unlimited visits toHersheypark In the DarkandChristmas Candylanethis year. Full details available atHersheypark.com/tickets/season-passes.php.