Events
Alongside our everyday fun, we host chocolate-themed seasonal events like character meet and greets and holiday experiences - many of which are FREE! Be sure to mark your calendar.
Explore by Season
There's always something happening at HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD Attraction all year long!
- Holiday
- Winter
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Santa's Arrival
Join Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, Dr. Seuss's The Grinch and the HERSHEY'S Characters for our official building lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season.
Date: November 15
Time: 6:30 PM
HERSHEY'S Holiday Illumination
Dancing lights, holiday music, and a snow-lined entrance await as your favorite destination is all lit up for the holidays!
Dates: Select dates, November 15 - January 1
Time: Every 20 minutes after 6 PM
Cookies & Cheer with Mrs. Claus
Join Mrs. Claus and Hersh as they share The Elf Bakery decorating method and secrets from the HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD Bakery. Cookies, milk and caroling, too!
Dates: Weekends, November 16 - December 22
Time: 10:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 1 PM
Photos with Santa
Bring the entire family and create a new holiday tradition - have your photo taken with Santa in front of the HERSHEY'S Holiday Chocolate House!
Date: Select dates, November 15 - December 24
Times: Vary
Holly Jolly Trolley
A joyous family tradition, this seasonal variation of the Original Trolley Show is completely Christmas themed.
Date: Select dates, November 15 - December 31
Times: Vary
Sweet Lights Trolley
Sit back and relax on this journey through Hershey Sweet Lights, the drive-through holiday spectacular presented by HERSHEYPARK.
Date: Select dates, November 15 - December 31
Times: Vary
HERSHEY'S Holiday Chocolate House
Each year, the sweetest house in town is decorated entirely with HERSHEY'S chocolate and candy and supports the Children's Miracle Network.
Date: November and December
Time: During operating hours
HERSHEY'S Character Meet & Greet
Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters dressed for the holiday season, plus Dr. Seuss's The Grinch and Max!
Date: Varies; see schedule upon arrival (subject to change)
New Year's Eve Celebration
We invite you to join us for a family-friendly New Year's party, complete with a DJ, HERSHEY'S Characters and more.
Date: December 31
Breakfast with Santa - SOLD OUT
Join your hosts Mr. & Mrs. Claus for a warm breakfast buffet, festive activities, hugs from the HERSHEY'S Characters and more surprises.
Dates: November 16 - 17, 23 - 24 & 30; December 1, 7 - 8, 14-15 & 21-22
Time: 7 - 9 AM
REESE'S University Pep Rally
Sing and dance along with REESE'S University mascot Cuppy as the Marching Cuppies Alumni Band plays all your favorites, then get a chance to meet Cuppy too!
Date: Check back for 2025 dates
HERSHEY'S Character Meet & Greet
Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters!
Date: Saturdays & Sundays
Time: Varies; see schedule upon arrival
Lunar New Year
Join us in a celebration of the year of the dragon, complete with special activities and and sweet samples.
Date: Check back for 2025 dates
HERSHEY'S Character Meet & Greet
Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters!
Date: Saturdays & Sundays
Time: Varies; see schedule upon arrival
REESE'S University Pep Rally
Sing and dance along with REESE'S University mascot Cuppy as the Marching Cuppies Alumni Band plays all your favorites, then get a chance to meet Cuppy too!
Date: Check back for 2025 dates
Photos with the REESTER BUNNY
There's a brand NEW bunny in town! Come visit and grab photos with your family and friends in the World's Largest HERSHEY'S Store.
Date: Check back for 2025 dates
HERSHEY'S Character Appearances
Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters!
Date: Varies; see schedule upon arrival (subject to change)
Trick-or-Treat Trail
What's more fun than trick-or-treating in the World's Largest HERSHEY'S Store?
Date: Weekends, September 13 - November 3, plus Thursday, Oct. 31
Time: Fridays 5 - 8:30; Saturdays & Sundays, 12 - 8:30 PM
Trick-or-Treat Trolley
A seasonal variation of the Original Trolley Show, this special Halloween-themed tour is not scary, but does have lots of tricks and treats!
Dates: Saturdays, Sundays & Select Fridays, September 13 - October 27
Times: Vary
Sensory Friendly Night
Unwrap your chocolate adventure with modified attractions, food and retail discounts, visits with Susquehanna Service dogs and more!
Date: October 23
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
HERSHEY'S Character Meet & Greet
Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters!
Date: Varies; see schedule upon arrival (subject to change)
Plan the Perfect Day at HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD
Whether you want to stay all day or just a few hours, create the perfect adventure at HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD Attraction.
Whether you're shopping for your favorite treats, holiday presents or sweet surprises for the family, the World’s Largest HERSHEY’S Store has it in the bag.
Come hungry! Don’t miss our mouthwatering menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus sweet treats any time of day!
Explore HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD
Plan your chocolate-filled day with our interactive tour and attraction map.
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