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4 Tips for Hersheypark in the Dark

October 21, 2019 By Ashley 18 Comments

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Hersheypark in the Dark is officially open at Hersheypark. For three awesome weekends guests can enjoy rides, special dining menus, and of course candy! We went opening night for the first time and we had a blast. I wanted to share with you my 4 tips for Hersheypark in the Dark including what allergy parents should expect at the event. 

Hersheypark in the Dark

I am part of the Sweetest Moms Ambassador Program with Hersheypark. All opinions are 100% my own.

4 Tips for Hersheypark in the Dark

1. Download the free Hersheypark App

The Hersheypark app includes a map, ride wait times, character appearances, showtimes, food locations, and more. It also contains info for Hershey’s Chocolate World and ZooAmerica attractions. If you get turned around in the dark, you can locate Treatville on the map as well. 

The Hersheypark app is available for Apple and Android.

Hersheypark in the Dark

2. Come early! 

Hersheypark in the Dark begins each night at 5pm. On Saturdays and Sundays you can enter the park earlier in the day. There is candy to be had both inside the park and at Chocolate World. We suggest you begin the night at Hershey's Chocolate World with 3 stops and then head back into the park for Treatville. For complete info on hours visit Hersheypark in the Dark Hours.

Sweet Tip: Season Pass holders can enter the park 2 hours before the general public!

Hersheypark in the Dark

Related: 7 Reasons Why You Need Hersheypark Season Passes

3. Zoo America 

Zoo America is free with your admission to Hersheypark in the Dark. Grab a flashlight and come learn more about the nocturnal animals that call Zoo America home. We learned that scorpions glow under black lights and that skunks are usually chunky because they never know when to stop eating. That sounds like me when they bring the chips and queso to the table. 

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We also got to be hands on with several creatures including a snake, lizard, and moth pupa. My favorite may have been Mumford the Owl who was determined to chew through his leash. 

Sweet Tip: Bring your own flashlight or they will have some available for purchase before you explore the exhibits.

Related: Things to do at Hersheypark in the Fall

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4. Nut Allergy? Don't worry!

I have to admit I was a little nervous about my son trick-or-treating during Hersheypark in the Dark. He has a tree nut allergy and I know a lot of candy can contain nuts. For the most part, the candy was straight chocolate. There are some peanut products as well, but he isn't allergic to those. At one of the Treatville stops, he was offered an almond joy. He told the attendant he couldn't have it because of allergies and she reached into another pumpkin and pulled out a twizzler which is nut free. 

That made this allergy mom happy. I love when companies are looking out for littles with allergies. Thank you Hersheypark!

Hersheypark in the Dark

When does Hersheypark in the Dark open?

Hersheypark in the dark opens for three weekends, beginning on October 18-20, October 25-27 and November 1-3. Over 50 rides and attractions are open for guests including the new Reese's Cupfusion! If you missed out on this during the Summer, the wait times are a lot less for this and many other rides around the park so enjoy! 

Hersheypark Reese's Cupfusion

How much are Hersheypark in the Dark tickets?

Hersheypark in the Dark tickets start at $31.95 for children ages 3-8 and seniors 55+. Admission for everyone else starts at $41.95 for one-day admission. Book for more days and save! Sweet bonus: Season Pass holders get unlimited admission to Hersheypark in the Dark! Trick-or-treating is included with your ticket price for children 12 years and younger,

To purchase tickets visit Hersheypark.com

Hersheypark in the Dark

For more Hersheypark Travel Tips:

Things to do at Hersheypark in the Fall

7 Reasons Why You Need Hersheypark Season Passes

Exclusive Look At Hersheypark Reese's Cupfusion

Top 5 Tips For Having the Sweetest Day Ever at Hersheypark!

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  1. Avatar for Adrian AcostaAdrian Acosta

    October 22, 2019 at 12:19 pm

    I have been wanting to take my family to this park for years! Thanks to this tips we will be prepared to have a good time all day

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  2. Avatar for Shannon GurneeShannon Gurnee

    October 22, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    I wish we lived closer to Hershey Park. I would love to visit it someday with our kids. Sounds like you and your family had a blast.

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  3. Avatar for Amber MyersAmber Myers

    October 22, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    This would be a ton of fun. I’ve always wanted to go here. I’m all about chocolate, so this is my kind of place.

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  4. Avatar for TasheenaTasheena

    October 22, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    This looks like such a fun experience. I would love to visit with my family this fall. I know they would love it.

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  5. Avatar for BrianneBrianne

    October 22, 2019 at 3:02 pm

    What a fun time this is! An awesome experience for the whole family! Hershey Park looks like an awesome place to enjoy Halloween!

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  6. Avatar for Tomi CTomi C

    October 22, 2019 at 5:09 pm

    Take me with you please. Hershey Park in the Dark is on my Halloween travel bucket list. I want to visit before the kids are too old to really enjoy. Looks like you and your family had a lot of fun.

    Reply
  7. Avatar for Ice Cream n Sticky FingersIce Cream n Sticky Fingers

    October 22, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    I used to love going to amusement parks at night to see the rides light up and fun activities. This event sounds like a ton of fun.

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  8. Avatar for Bonnie GBonnie G

    October 22, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    This is so cool! Sounds like a lot of fun and my kids would love to go, even me. =) We have never been as of yet but really want to go.

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  9. Avatar for RochRoch

    October 22, 2019 at 7:16 pm

    This looks fun for the family! I hope we’d also have a Hershey Park here. The app with the map is really cool.

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  10. Avatar for RachelRachel

    October 22, 2019 at 11:27 pm

    That looks so fun. We considered going there a couple times years ago but I didn’t know all of this.

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  11. Avatar for Mama MaggieMama Maggie's Kitchen

    October 23, 2019 at 3:02 am

    Oh how I love to go to Hersheypark in the Dark! With my husband and son, I’m sure there’ll be a lot of fun and exciting activities.

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  12. Avatar for Farrah LessFarrah Less

    October 23, 2019 at 11:55 am

    I always wanted to go to Hershey Park every time we go to my in-laws house during holidays. So much to see and things to enjoy while you were there. Hopefully next year once my son is born and be able to travel.

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  13. Avatar for RenaRena

    October 23, 2019 at 12:03 pm

    I would love to celebrate Halloween at Hershey Park. It looks like it would be so much fun. I would love to bring my grandkids.

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  14. Avatar for KathyKathy

    October 23, 2019 at 1:34 pm

    This is one place I have always wanted to take my kids. I think we would have so much fun. You’ve got some really good tips here too.

    Reply
  15. Avatar for Jenn@EngineermommyJenn@Engineermommy

    October 23, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    We went to Hershey Park in the summer and we all had a wonderful time. The park in the dark looks like a blast as well. We would love to come back for this.

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  16. Avatar for MarysaMarysa

    October 23, 2019 at 5:10 pm

    We haven’t been to Hershey yet, and I didn’t know they had this event. It sounds like a lot of fun!

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  17. Avatar for Dana Brillante-PellerDana Brillante-Peller

    October 23, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    We’ve been to Hershey Park with the kids, but never in the dark. I didn’t even know they had this!

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  18. Avatar for BethBeth

    October 23, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    Hershey Park in the Dark sounds like a lot of fun! I’m glad that they had a nut-free treat for your son.

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