Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights Now Open Through Nov. 2, 2025

Date: September 13, 2025

Halloween in Hershey is officially here! Hersheypark Halloween seasonal event and Dark Nights immersive haunt experience are now open at Hersheypark amusement park. 

For nearly 25 days, including Halloween night, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new Kill ‘N Fill haunted house, four Scare Zones with the new Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides, Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail and more. All of these family thrills by day and fright experiences at night are included with a Hersheypark Halloween ticket - a great value for getting into the Halloween spirit!

The eight-weekend event will also feature limited-time culinary creations, including the return of the popular Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass, plus the Avenue Of The Afterlife path with a DJ, street performers and exclusive food and drink offerings.

Hersheypark Halloween is open for eight weekends from Sept. 12 through Nov. 2, 2025. 

Event hours are as follows:

• 5-10 p.m. on Fridays
• 12-10 p.m. on Saturdays 
• 12-9 p.m. on Sundays
• Dark Nights begins each night at 6 p.m. and extends one hour after the Park closes, running Fridays and Saturdays until 11 p.m. and Sundays until 10 p.m. 

Dark Nights

The terrifying next chapter of Dark Nights at Hersheypark Halloween begins nightly at 6 p.m. Dark Nights features a new fifth haunted house, Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and a new fourth scare zone, Path of Shadows: Coven’s Curse. The remaining haunted houses and scare zones feature evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity.

• Kill 'N Fill Garage (NEW in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse): Fueled by evil, killers have taken over the abandoned Kill ‘N Fill Garage, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Enter the grease-stained mechanics bay, weave around twisted wreckage in the body shop, and wade through the blood-slicked car wash. But, beware… the screams start when the engines die.
• Estate of Evil (in Tidal Force Catering): The 13 rooms in this mansion offer charm, mystery, and a new sauna that is sure to make you sweat. Just be warned: the last guests who overstayed their welcome are still feeling the heat.
• Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir (The Whip): Auntie Mortem's Abattoir just added a packing room to the tour. Her nephew is stepping up his game, and his twisted cousin is on hand to keep the family business running… no matter what (or who) comes through the door.
• Haunted Coal Mine: Curse Of The Tommyknockers (Trailblazer Catering): Head back down into the suffocating darkness of Haunted Coal Mine, where time slows down, and the air runs thin. Step inside a new room that offers a breath of relief…but not for long. Down here, not everything that breathes is human. 
• Twisted Carnevil (In the tent in Midway America near Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk and Wild Mouse): Step right up to Twisted Carnevil! The big top is abuzz with new acts. But watch your back! One of the new performers leaves more than a mark… they leave a permanent impression.

Also, as part of Dark Nights, midways will transform into three scare zones each evening. For the first time, all three scare zones offer a fire element. 

• Path of Shadows: Coven's Curse (New behind the Cheverolet Music Box Theatre): Long hidden from sight, the Path Of Shadows has opened, and three mysterious witches have emerged. Tread carefully through our all-new scare zone, where something wicked is brewing, or run the risk of becoming the next victim of the Coven’s Curse. 
• Darkstone’s Hollow: Battle for Spring Creek (In The Hollow across the bridge): After a brutal battle, Professor Darkstone stands victorious, his mythical menagerie broken and caged. The creatures are under Darkstone’s command for now, but you can feel the danger in the air. Stay hidden or be hunted.
• Midway Of Misery (Outside Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk): Beware, in between the flamed arches and amongst the thick fog, creatures may appear when you least expect it.
  • Slider Showcase: Guests can see the viral Decayed Brigade, including Fryboy and Gas Can, slide through the night during their showcase of skills located in Midway Of Misery at 10:15 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 9:15 p.m. on Sundays.
• Fallout Zone (Near Tidal Force): The green fog is back, and radiation is spreading. Chaos is rising, and the real threat isn’t the fallout… it’s the aftermath.

Hersheypark Halloween

Families can experience Hersheypark Halloween like never before as they play by day and fright by night, with thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting), lights-out rides on select coasters, trick-or-treating, the Avenue Of The Afterlife scare-free zone, Hershey Character Glow Dance Parties and the original Creatures Of The Night flashlight tour at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park (starting Oct. 11). 

Coasters and Rides
Weather and maintenance permitting, 50 rides are open during Hersheypark Halloween, with options for all Hershey height categories—from kiddie rides for the youngest guests to light-out coaster rides for thrill seekers. During the last hour of Park operation, the lights will go out for dark rides on some favorites, including Wildcat’s Revenge, Candymonium, Comet and Lightning Racer coasters. 

New for 2025, fans of Laff Trakk indoor coaster will experience the ride like never before as it evolves into Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk for the Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights season. This unique partnership between Hersheypark and The Hershey Company's Shaq-A-Licious brand will feature glowing visuals, amped-up audio and immersive graphic displays that capture the candy’s playful spirit. The themed overlay of Laff Trakk includes graphics, lighting and enhanced audio-visual treatments, including curated voice-over provided by Mr. O’Neal, marking the first-of-its-kind coaster overlay.

Please note that select kiddie and family rides may close by 5 p.m. before the start of Dark Nights. These attractions include Granny Bugs, Music Express, Pony Parade, Red Baron, Sweet Swing, Tea Cups and Trailblazer. Tiny Tracks is temporarily closed throughout Hersheypark Halloween. Guests can download the Hersheypark app for a map and real-time ride availability.

Trick-or-Treating Experience
There’s no sweeter place to trick-or-treat than Hersheypark! Children 12 and younger are invited to collect their favorite candy at 14 sweet stops on the Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail each operating evening until 8:30  p.m. The Trail winds from Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction with four locations to Treatville in The Boardwalk At Hersheypark region with 10 stops. Guests can enter Treatville across from Fahrenheit and experience fun photo backdrops, a hay maze and light displays at night. 

Avenue Of The Afterlife
For guests who want to avoid the scares during Dark Nights, there is the Avenue Of The Afterlife path in the water park to skip the scare while enjoying the season's thrills without fear. The scare-free zone features a DJ dance party, wicked-fun street performers and exclusive food offerings.

Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball: The Hershey Characters are dressed up in their Halloween finest and ready to party to the season's classics inside Chevrolet Music Box Theatre venue. The Halloween show runs three times on Fridays and four times on Saturdays and Sundays. Times are listed in the Hersheypark app.

Hershey Character Photo Opportunities: Hersheypark is the only place where guests can snap selfies with Hershey Characters dressed in Halloween costumes. Photo opportunities at Hershey’s Hangout are listed in the Hersheypark app. 

Our Friends From The Sea Show: Guests can see California sea lions, Atlantic harbor seals and a grey seal during the Our Friends From The Sea show in the Aquatheatre at  2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Please note there are no shows on Fridays.

Creatures Of The Night Attraction
This year, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Creatures of the Night! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this fall, with the Creatures Of The Night attraction running five weekends on Fridays and Saturdays from Oct. 3 to Nov. 1. The Halloween-themed experience from 6-9 p.m. is the only time of year that ZooAmerica is open after dark for visitors to explore the Zoo by flashlight to see their favorite nocturnal animals under the cover of nightfall and enjoy educational activities. 

ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark Halloween when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. Guests interested in visiting ZooAmerica before Hersheypark opens will have to purchase separate Zoo admission here.

Limited-Time Culinary Creations

Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights will feature an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 50 scary good eats and spell-binding drinks. 

Back by popular demand, the Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass allows guests to taste items from more than 30 specialty options available at 11 different locations throughout Hersheypark. 

The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio hosts Spirit’s Rooftop Bar, a rooftop rendezvous available during all Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights operating days starting at 4:30 p.m. Located on the patio, guests can experience the haunted rooftop high above Hershey's Chocolatetown as they brave their way to the Dark Nights haunted houses or calm their nerves on the way out of Hersheypark with a nocturnal nightcap. The exclusive menu features more than 20 limited-time spell-binding cocktails, sinful shareables and dreadfully delicious desserts to enjoy as spirits haunt the scarred.

Guests can also take home a piece of Dark Nights with event-exclusive branded merchandise at Dark Nights Emporium, Boo-tique store and Hersheypark Supply Co. The No-Boo Necklaces featuring a Reese’s bat make a great light-up souvenir for kids with a Hershey twist!

Ticketing Information

Hersheypark Halloween admission includes access to all five of the Dark Nights haunted houses and four scare zones. Tickets are available for purchase online in advance. Current 2025 Season Pass Holders and 2026 Season Pass+ Holders can enjoy unlimited visits during Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights.

Guests can get to the fear faster with the Dark Nights Fast Track Unlimited program for the five haunted houses on the date of their visit. 

The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

During the Halloween season, guests can extend their stay in Hershey, Pa., at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark: The Hotel Hershey luxury accommodation including the all-new The Villas at The Hotel Hershey experience, Hershey Lodge resort and Hersheypark Camping Resort campground.

The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge offers several Halloween packages, including a Dark Nights package featuring two nights of deluxe accommodations, a two-day Hersheypark ticket, breakfast each day, a Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass and Dark Nights Haunted House Fast Track Passes for each guest. 

All guests receive Free Resort Benefits like free front gate shuttle service and preview hours.