Your Complete Guide To Hersheypark Tickets

Your complete guide to Hersheypark Tickets from ways to buy tickets to how to get the most out of your ticket to what is included in a ticket. This is your resource for Hershey park tickets.

Hersheypark kicks off the park season with Springtime in the park before the summer season starts Memorial Day weekend. Hersheypark in the dark will bring you back weekends in October before the park becomes magical for Christmas Candylane.

A Hersheypark season pass will get you through the gates for all these events and you can ride all the rides at Hersheypark. Starting in 2020 Chocolatetown will be open year-round with no park ticket needed! 

How much is a ticket for Hershey Park?

Tickets do not have to be used on consecutive days. All purchased tickets are subject to $0.85 amusement tax per day. Prices subject to change without notice.

• One day Hersheypark ticket: Junior & Senior (Ages 3-8 / 55+) = $31.95
• One day Hersheypark ticket: Regular (Ages 9-54) = $41.95
• 2-Day Tickets Save More Than 30%: Junior & Senior (Ages 3-8 / 55+) = $28.88 Per Day
• 2-Day Tickets Save More Than 30%: Regular (Ages 9-54) = $21.88 Per Day
• 3-Day Tickets Save More Than 40%: Junior & Senior (Ages 3-8 / 55+) = $19.17 Per Day
• 3-Day Tickets Save More Than 40%: Regular (Ages 9-54) = $25.17 Per Day

Does AAA offer discount tickets to Hersheypark?

AAA does offer discount tickets to select Hersheypark for their members. Tickets can be picked up in club store or printed at home. Be sure to read all the complete ticket details before purchasing.

What age is free at Hersheypark?

Kids ages 2 and under are free with a ticket adult. 

Can I buy Hersheypark tickets on my smartphone?

Hersheypark tickets can be purchased on your smartphone so you can skip the ticket line. Access the mobile ticket store via the Hersheypark App or Hersheypark.com. After purchase, the gate agent will scan your mobile device at the gate and you’ll be on your way!

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Is there a sneak peek ticket to Hersheypark?

A sneak peek preview of the park is included with every ticket! Present your ticket at the main entrance 3 and a half hours before closing of the park before your first full day visit and enjoy a fun-filled evening. If you are staying at The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge or the Hersheypark Camping Resort, you get to enter 4 and a half hours before the park closes. Bonus hours for everyone! Sunset, Consecutive Day, and Concert Special tickets are not eligible for the Preview Plan.

Can I bring a backpack into Hersheypark?

You are welcome to bring a backpack into the park. Just know that there is a screening process for all bags at a bag check station. Weapons of any type, laser pointers, radios and/or sound emitting, electronic devices, and skate shoes (Heely’s) are not permitted.

Can I bring a picnic lunch into the park?

Hersheypark does not permit food or drink to be brought into the Park. Visitors with special dietary needs can review the food and beverage information. The Outpost restaurant features allergen friendly food. Locker storage is available at the outside picnic areas and guests are encouraged to keep non-essential items in their vehicles.

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How many days should you spend at Hersheypark?

My advise is that you need a minimum of 2 days to fully experience Hersheypark. One day for the park with its rollercoasters and Zoo America and another day for The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. It all can be done in one day but you will not get to ride all the rides you would want and your day will be rushed. 

We are season pass holders and we will take the day or or just an afternoon to enjoy the water park. We skip all the rides and hit the wave pool and the lazy river. The kids ride the flumes and we cool off at an amazing waterpark. 

Is parking free at Hersheypark?

Parking is not included in your hersheypark day ticket. But starting in 2020 parking is included with select season passes. Just show your season pass to the parking attendant to be scanned and drive right in. Cash and charge are accepted to pay for parking. 

Do Hersheypark tickets expire?

Tickets are non-refundable. All tickets expire in the season and year for which they are purchased; with the expiration date indicated on the ticket.

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Is the water park included in the park ticket??

Yes! One of my favorite features of the Hersheypark ticket is that The Boardwalk is INCLUDED in your base ticket. Also you can visit Zoo America with your ticket. 3 parks in one ticket.