Hersheypark Launches Best Price of Summer on 2026 Tickets and Resort Stays

Date: January 20, 2026

Hershey, Pennsylvania, is set to debut new attractions, lodging and dining experiences in 2026, making it an ideal year for a family getaway or a memorable escape to The Sweetest Place On Earth. 

To help visitors secure the most savings and flexibility for their 2026 adventure, Hersheypark is currently running its Best Price Of Summer offer on amusement park tickets valid on any 2026 public operating day and the Best Price Of The Year on Hersheypark Season Passes for unlimited visits. This limited-time promotion also extends to those booking an overnight getaway at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark, with the Best Price Of Summer on overnight hotel rates available on stay dates from April 3 through Sept. 7, 2026.

Best Price Of Summer on 2026 Hersheypark Tickets

This year promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for theme park lovers of all ages at the intersection of where fun and chocolate meet, Hersheypark! The largest amusement park in Pennsylvania will kick off its 120th operating season on Friday, April 3, 2026, signifying the return to hair-raising thrills on the Northeast's largest coaster collection. 

Looking ahead to summer, Hersheypark will debut two new water play areas boasting 45 aquatic elements in the existing Bayside Pier area in The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park. The 11-acre water park is one of three experiences included with a single admission ticket. Guests also have access to more than 70 rides spread across 121 acres, as well as ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park (included with a ticket only by entering through the Hersheypark bridge during posted Park hours).

Guests can save more than 45 percent on 1-Day Any Day Tickets to Hersheypark when purchased online by March 31, 2026, with the current Best Price Of Summer offer. Tickets purchased during the sale will be valid on any 2026 public operating day through Jan. 3, 2027. 

To make a visit even sweeter and get a head start on the happy, every admission ticket includes a complimentary Preview Plan. This special perk grants guests extra evening access to the Park on the night before their scheduled full-day visit. 

Best Price Of The Year on Hersheypark Season Passes

Does this have your mind spinning about the best way to experience all the fun and excitement at Hersheypark in 2026? Look no further than becoming a Season Pass Holder at the best price of the year! A Hersheypark Season Pass offers unparalleled value, essentially paying for itself in less than three visits. Guests can choose from Giant Size, King Size, Full Size, Bite Size and a free Pre-K Pass as an extra perk for a child in a family with a Full, King or Giant Size Pass. 

All 2026 Season Passes come with unlimited visits throughout the 2026 operating year, including Spring Weekends, summer from May through September, Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, and Hersheypark Christmas Candylane. Plus, depending on the Pass type, Season Pass Holders can also enjoy sweet perks like free parking and one-hour early access during daily summer operations, exclusive Season Pass Holder events and great discounts around town. 

2026 Season Passes are on sale now at the Best Price Of The Year, with an 8-month payment plan option.

Best Price Of Summer at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark

Now is also the best time to book a summer getaway to The Official Resorts of Hersheypark! Guests interested in extending their stay in the town built on chocolate can save on summer stays through Sept. 7, 2026, at The Hotel Hershey luxury accommodation, Hershey Lodge family resort, Hersheypark Camping Resort or the all-new Hershey Inn & Suites.

Located just minutes from the world-class amusement park, Hershey Inn & Suites will open in the spring as the first select-service property in The Official Resorts of Hersheypark portfolio. The new four-story property will feature 130 rooms, including seven suites, and amenities like complimentary hot breakfast, a lobby bar, grab-and-go snacks in the lobby marketplace, an arcade, a fitness center and an indoor pool open year-round. Family suites accommodate a group of six and feature a first-of-its-kind room type for a Hersheypark property with bunk beds, one queen bed, a full sleeper sofa and a separate living space.

Nightly rates are now available from $299 at The Hotel Hershey, $179 at Hershey Lodge, $149 at Hershey Inn & Suites and $59 at Hersheypark Camping Resort when booked by March 31, 2026. Guests can also enjoy savings with popular summer packages, including the Hersheypark 1-Night Package, 2-Day Stay & Play Package and the 3-Day Sweet Stay Package at The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge and Hershey Inn & Suites. 

A stay at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark comes with FREE Resort Benefits, including extra morning and evening hours at Hersheypark, front gate shuttle service to an exclusive resort drop-off location, indoor and outdoor pools, resort recreation and activities, and more.

So, what are you waiting for? Your heart and wallet will thank you. See you soon in our sweet destination!