Maximize the End of Summer at Hersheypark 2025

Date: August 19, 2025

With thrilling coaster rides, fist bumps with the Hershey's characters and so much more, there's still so much fun to be had at Hersheypark and plenty of time left to celebrate summer. Join us to soak up the last bit of summer  at the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania and explore some tips and reminders for your visits through September 7.

Coaster Rides and Boarwalk Splashes

Hersheypark is open daily through Labor Day and on Saturday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, September 7 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for guests to celebrate a sweet end to summer with coaster rides, King Size Shakes and water park splashes. Tickets include access to more than 70 rides weather and maintenance permitting, plus access to an 11-acre water park with one million gallons of water. 

The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park closes after Labor Day and won’t open again until May 2026, which means that Labor Day weekend is the last chance to enjoy racing water slides, a relaxing ride along the lazy river, delicious eats and more. The Boardwalk is open daily through September 1 and is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark.

Enjoy Sweet Dining at The Chocolatier

For guests with or without a Hersheypark ticket, The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio is open daily for lunch and dinner in the Hershey’s Chocolatetown region of Hersheypark. Guests looking to enjoy delicious family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate can make a reservation here. Diners can also head outside on the second-story patio to soak in the summer weather and take in one-of-a-kind panoramic views of the Park that can't be missed! Patio dining is available weather-permitting and on a first come, first served basis.

Pro tip: The Chocolatier offers a weekday special featuring $12 milkshakes and shareables (excluding Ferris Wheel Sampler) and $10 Flatbreads - available Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit Wildlife at ZooAmerica

ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park is one of three parks in one included with admission to Hersheypark only when entering the Zoo through the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours. The 11-acre Zoo is open daily for visitors to see and learn about dozens of animals native to five regions of North America. 

See the Hershey Characters

No visit to Hersheypark is complete without seeing your favorite Hershey characters. Don't miss the all-new Twizz's Twisted Trivia show where guests can compete in a high-energy game of trivia featuring exciting surprises or catch a rotating cast of the largest group of characters in the Founder's Way region of the Park daily at 6:30 p.m. for their final appearance of the day. Character appearances are subject to change based on availability and both of these experiences run through September 1.

 

Be Sure to Use Your Tickets, Add-Ons and Perks

Please check the expiration date on your Hersheypark tickets! Any tickets purchased during our Everyone Pays Kids Price, Kissing Tower Anniversary, Buy 2 Get 1, Family 4-Pack, 2 For $99 or Back To School offers are valid for use on any operating day through September 7. Happy Hours tickets are also only valid on any operating day after 4 p.m. through September 7 and Midweek BOGO tickets are valid for use on any Monday through Thursday through September 1. If you're a Summer Fun Card Holder, September 7 is also the last day to use your Summer Fun Card for the season. 

Don't forget, Season Pass Holders - September 7 will also be the last day for Snack Size, Full Size, King Size, Giant Size and Pre-K Season Pass Holders, plus guests of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark, to enjoy one hour early access to select rides through Sweet Start. If you've added either the Once or Twice-A-Day Dining Plans to your Season Pass, September 7 is also the last day to use these add-ons.
 

Whether you'll be enjoying your final warm-weather laps aboard our iconic coasters, sharing one last cheers with King Size Shakes or splashing at The Boardwalk, we hope to see you soon in The Sweetest Place on Earth before the sun sets on the 2025 summer season!