Illustration of a haunted house on a hill under a full moon, with bare trees, gravestones, crows and a figure in a window (Hersheypark Halloween & Dark Nights)
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Hersheypark Halloween & Dark Nights

Guests can ride 13 roller coasters—including select attractions that run with the lights out during the final hour of operation—and over 40 family rides. The event features Dark Nights with five haunted houses, five scare zones, and the Decayed Brigade Slider Showcase in the Midway of Misery. Visitors can also collect candy along the 14-stop Hershey's Trick or Treat Trail, meet costumed Hershey Characters, and explore nocturnal animals at ZooAmerica.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

hersheypark.com

When

Tickets

4-Pack Bundle: $55 per person for 4 Hersheypark admission tickets and free parking for one vehicle, plus applicable taxes and fees; the page also displays $99.95. 1-Day Halloween Ticket: $56.99; the page also displays $89.95. After Dark Ticket: $39.99; the page also displays $89.95. Group Tickets: starting at $29.95; the page also displays $89.95; groups of 15+ save. Every ticket includes the listed coasters, family rides, haunted houses, scare zones, visits to ZooAmerica, free extra hours, and the Rainy Day Promise. Free parking is included with the 4-Pack Bundle.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Spirit’s Rooftop Bar serves themed cocktails and food on Fridays through Sundays starting at 4:30 PM.

Parking

The 4-Pack Bundle includes free parking for one vehicle. The page also says tickets include free parking.

Going?

Location

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Hersheypark · 100 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Families, coaster fans, and visitors who enjoy halloween scares

Vibe

Thrilling and spooky

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Download the Hersheypark Mobile App to navigate the grounds and monitor ride and haunted house wait times.
  • If inclement weather closes the majority of major rides continuously for 60 minutes, present your scanned ticket stub at Guest Services for a Return Visit Voucher.
  • Bring your own flashlight to explore ZooAmerica after dark during the Creatures of the Night experience.

Special Events & Promotions

  • During the final hour, select attractions run with the lights out.
  • Reese’s Depot Of Doom is all-new this season.
  • The 4-Pack Bundle is advertised at $55 per person; groups of 15 or more can get tickets starting at $29.95.

Links & Contact

Run by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company

Website / Tickets Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What attractions are included with regular admission?

General admission includes 13 roller coasters, over 40 family rides, all 5 Dark Nights haunted houses and 5 scare zones, admission to ZooAmerica entered from within the park, and the Trick or Treat Trail for children ages 12 and under.

What is the costume policy?

Children ages 12 and under may wear costumes and costume masks that allow unobstructed vision, though masks cannot be worn on rides. Guests 13 and older may wear family-friendly costumes without masks or weapon-like props, and up to half of the face may be painted. Costumes that could cause confusion with Dark Nights actors are strictly prohibited.

Which rides operate in the dark?

During the final hour of park operation, lights go out on select coasters including Candymonium, Comet, Lightning Racer, and Wildcat's Revenge, while Laff Trakk runs with lights out all day long.

What happens if it rains during a visit?

Hersheypark typically remains open during inclement weather, offering indoor shows, dining, shopping, game arcades, and ZooAmerica exhibits. Under the Rainy Day Promise, if weather causes the majority of major rides to close continuously for 60 minutes, guests with qualifying scanned tickets may receive a Return Visit Voucher from Guest Services.

Does Hersheypark accept cash?

No, Hersheypark is entirely cashless.

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