7 Ways to Give The Gift of a Hershey Experience

Date: December 9, 2025

What do you get for the person on your holiday list who has everything? Experience-based gifts are a growing trend, and there's no sweeter place than Hershey, Pa., to enjoy a wide variety of memorable experiences. 

The town built on chocolate offers something for everyone from a 121- acre world-class amusement park to a luxurious chocolate-filled spa day at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey, live concerts and shows, over a dozen dining locations and much more. 

Gift cards can be conveniently purchased online and sent straight to your loved one’s inbox, or in person at any of the Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) properties. All HE&R gift cards can be used on-site throughout the destination and do not expire.

Check out this destination gift guide for ideas to delight someone on your Christmas list this holiday season.

Visit the Largest Amusement Park in Pennsylvania

Hersheypark amusement park is a 121-acre theme open for four distinct seasonal events - Spring Weekends in April; summer lasting May through September; Hersheypark Halloween and the Dark Nights immersive haunt experience; and Hersheypark Christmas Candylane. A one-price admission includes three sweet experiences, featuring more than 70 rides with 15 thrilling coasters; The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park (open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend); and ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, an 11-acre walk-through zoo, only by entering through the Hersheypark bridge during public operating hours.

2026 Hersheypark Summer tickets are now on sale, which are valid for admission from April 3 through Sept. 7, 2026. Guests can save more than 45 percent and start planning a 2026 trip to The Sweetest Place On Earth. 

Please note that the Hersheypark website does not currently process gift cards as a payment method. However, gift cards can be processed at the Ticketing Services building during your next visit. 

Enjoy a Year of Hersheypark Happy

Hersheypark 2026 Season Passes are on sale and allow guests to enjoy unlimited year-round visits with discounts, events and special perks based on pass type.

With a Hersheypark Season Pass this holiday season, you’re giving far more than the Northeast's largest coaster collection, thrilling water slides and an 11-acre zoo—you’re giving unlimited access to enjoy it all, anytime you want. Full, King and Giant Size Season Pass Holders can visit Hersheypark as often as they want throughout each operating season and enjoy free parking, 1-hour early access to the Park and a sweet discount on food and retail. Payment plans are available with savings on the Hersheypark website. 

Go Behind the Scenes at ZooAmerica

Do you have an animal lover in your life? Look no further than a Behind-The-Scenes Tour at ZooAmerica for a gift idea! There are various special tours to choose from that guide participants through non-public areas, get them close to the animals and leave them with a deeper understanding of the animal world. A popular option is the all-new premium feeding opportunities as part of a 30-minute feeding encounter.

Another gift idea is a ZooAmerica Pass, which includes unlimited visits to see the North American animals, exclusive events, discounted sign-up rates for Zoo programs and more. Family Passes are also available and admit a family of four living at the same address. Please note the Annual Pass is valid for 12 consecutive months from the date of purchase.

See a Live Show

From Broadway and concerts to comedians and family shows, Hershey, Pa,, is home to world-class entertainment for people of all ages to enjoy. Tickets to a show make a perfect gift idea for a day out for both your gift recipient and yourself, with over 40 different shows and counting to choose from in the coming year. For a complete lineup of shows across each venue, visit our Hershey Entertainment website. Be sure to stay tuned for even more show announcements coming soon!

Destination gift cards can be used to buy show tickets at the GIANT Center, Hersheypark Stadium and Hershey Theatre Box Offices.

Cheer on the Hershey Bears

The 2025-26 Hershey Bears ice hockey season is in full swing with home games happening at the GIANT Center through the spring. For any hockey fanatic on your list, purchase tickets online or at the GIANT Center Box Office and support the Bears as they “Defend the Den!” 

If you want to ensure the gift recipient is game day ready, consider a hockey jersey, t-shirt or other Hershey Bears merchandise. Apparel and souvenirs are available for purchase online or at the Hershey Bears team store, which offers extended hours leading up to Christmas.

Relax with a Spa Treatment

The Spa At The Hotel Hershey and MeltSpa by Hershey offer one-of-a-kind chocolate treatments that ensure nothing but sweet relaxation. Give the gift of signature chocolate treatments like a Cocoa Massage, a Chocolate Fondue Wrap or rotating treatments that change with the scents of the season. This winter, guests can even indulge in Peppermint Hot Chocolate treatments at both spas for a limited time.

For ultimate relaxation, treat someone on your list to year-round spa treatments with a Chocolate Spa Club membership at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. Benefits include a $150 spa credit, a one-night midweek stay at The Hotel Hershey, discounts on spa services and more.

Destination gift cards can be used to purchase treatments and also be used to buy signature spa products along with other spa merchandise. 

Taste the Flavors of Hershey 

Hershey, Pa., is home to more than a dozen unique dining venues that include casual coffee shops, late-night cocktail hangouts, family-friendly dining, four-star cuisine and everything in between. Treat your favorite foodie to a signature, only-in-Hershey meal at any of our dining locations listed here.

Be sure to share your sweet Hershey memories with us by using #HersheyPA on social media! We hope you have a great holiday season!