{"id":1531,"date":"2025-06-17T20:21:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T00:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/?p=1531"},"modified":"2025-06-17T20:21:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T00:21:04","slug":"hersheypark-halloween-and-dark-nights-return-with-new-offerings-friday-september-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/2025\/06\/hersheypark-halloween-and-dark-nights-return-with-new-offerings-friday-september-12\/","title":{"rendered":"Hersheypark Halloween\u00a0and\u00a0Dark Nights\u00a0Return With New Offerings Friday September 12"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>(Hershey, Pa. &#8211; June 17, 2025) &#8211;&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark<\/strong>&nbsp;amusement park today announced the return of its&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;seasonal event and&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;immersive haunt experience for eight weekends from Friday, Sept. 12 through Nov. 2, 2025.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For nearly 25 days, including Halloween night, guests can experience five haunted houses, including the all-new&nbsp;<strong>Kill \u2018N Fill Garage&nbsp;<\/strong>haunted house, four scare zones with the new&nbsp;<strong>Path of Shadows: Coven\u2019s Curse&nbsp;<\/strong>scare zone, 50 attractions and dark coaster rides,&nbsp;<strong>Hershey\u2019s&nbsp;<\/strong>Trick-or-Treat Trail and more &#8211; all included with a&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;ticket. The seasonal event will also feature&nbsp;exclusive culinary creations, including the return of the popular&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;Tasting Pass and&nbsp;<strong>Avenue Of The Afterlife<\/strong>&nbsp;path with themed food and drink offerings and live entertainment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;event hours are 5-10 p.m. on Fridays, 12-10 p.m. on Saturdays and 12-9 p.m. on Sundays.&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;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. To view full details, tickets and hours, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/explore-the-park\/halloween.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.Hersheypark.com\/explore-the-park\/halloween.php<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/darknights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.Hersheypark.com\/darknights<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dark Nights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The terrifying next chapter of&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;at&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;begins nightly at 6 p.m.&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights&nbsp;<\/strong>features five haunted houses with all-new and evolved stories containing more creatures, chaos and intensity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kill \u2018N Fill Garage <\/strong>(<strong>NEW FOR 2025<\/strong>): Fueled by evil, the <strong>Kill &#8216;N Fill Garage<\/strong> hums with danger, and what goes on behind the rusted chain link fence is sure to send sparks flying. Enter the grease-stained mechanics bay, squeeze through the shadowy back office, weave around twisted wreckage in the body shop, escape the claustrophobia of the storeroom, and wade through the blood-slicked car wash. But, beware\u2026 the screams start when the engines die.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Estate of Evil: 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.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Auntie Mortem\u2019s Abattoir<\/strong>: The Mortem family 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\u2026 no matter what (or who) comes through the door.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Haunted Coal Mine<\/strong>: Head back down into the suffocating darkness of the mines, where time slows down, and the air runs thin. Step inside a new room that offers a breath of relief\u2026but not for long. Down here, not everything that breathes is human.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Twisted Carnevil<\/strong>: Step right up! The big top is abuzz with new acts. But watch your back! One of the new performers leaves more than a mark\u2026 they leave a permanent impression.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, as part of&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>, midways will transform into four scare zones &#8211; more than ever before &#8211; each evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Path of Shadows: Coven\u2019s Curse (NEW FOR 2025)<\/strong>: Long hidden from sight, the <strong>Path Of Shadows <\/strong>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 <strong>Coven\u2019s Curse<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Darkstone\u2019s Hollow: After a brutal battle, Professor Darkstone stands victorious, his mythical menagerie broken and caged. The creatures are under Darkstone\u2019s command for now, but you can feel the danger in the air. Stay hidden or be hunted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Midway Of Misery: Beware, in between the flamed arches and amongst the thick fog, creatures may appear when you least expect it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fallout Zone: The green fog is back, and radiation is spreading. Chaos is rising, and the real threat isn\u2019t the fallout\u2026 it\u2019s the aftermath.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Families can experience&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;as they play by day and fright by night, with thrills on 50 rides and attractions (weather and maintenance permitting), dark rides on select coasters during the last hour of park operation, trick-or-treating with 13 stops (10 in&nbsp;<strong>Treatville<\/strong>&nbsp;region and three at&nbsp;<strong>Hershey\u2019s Chocolate World&nbsp;<\/strong>Attraction), the&nbsp;<strong>Avenue Of The Afterlife<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Hershey&nbsp;<\/strong>Character appearances, kid-friendly entertainment with the return of the popular&nbsp;<strong>Shake, Rattle and Glow: Monster Ball<\/strong>&nbsp;show in&nbsp;<strong>Chevrolet Music Box Theatre<\/strong>&nbsp;venue and the original&nbsp;<strong>Creatures Of The Night&nbsp;<\/strong>flashlight tour celebrating its 45th anniversary at&nbsp;<strong>ZooAmerica&nbsp;<\/strong>North American Wildlife Park.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Limited-Time Culinary Creations and Retail<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights&nbsp;<\/strong>will feature an elevated food and beverage scene with more than 50 scary good eats and spell-binding drinks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terror Tots are back by popular demand, along with new items, including<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Dirty Soda, Conchas and Mac N&#8217; Cheese Balls made with CHEETOS Crunchy FLAMIN\u2019 HOT Cheese Flavored Snacks. Stay tuned to the&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark&nbsp;<\/strong>social media channels for more official reveals closer to the start of the season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;Tasting Pass returns for guests to taste five frightfully delicious snacks, desserts and drinks available exclusively during&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the&nbsp;<strong>Hershey\u2019s Chocolatetown<\/strong>&nbsp;region,&nbsp;<strong>The Chocolatier<\/strong>&nbsp;Restaurant, Bar + Patio will bring back&nbsp;<strong>Spirit\u2019s<\/strong>&nbsp;Rooftop Bar,&nbsp;a rooftop rendezvous available during all&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;operating days. There will be more tasty details about an all-new menu to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests can take home a piece of&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;with event-exclusive branded merchandise, which will be revealed closer to the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ticketing Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;admission includes access to the&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;haunted houses and scare zones, all 50 rides and attractions,&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;entertainment and&nbsp;<strong>ZooAmerica<\/strong>&nbsp;when guests enter through&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark<\/strong>&nbsp;during Park hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests interested in visiting for the seasonal event can purchase One-Day or Two-Day Any Day Tickets, valid through Jan. 4, 2026, online now. Current 2025 Season Pass Holders can enjoy unlimited&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights&nbsp;<\/strong>visits. To purchase tickets, Season Passes or add-ons, please visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.Hersheypark.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Official Resorts of&nbsp;<\/strong><strong><em>Hersheypark<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Halloween season, guests can extend their stay in Hershey, Pa., at The Official Resorts of&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark<\/strong>:&nbsp;<strong>The Hotel Hershey<\/strong>&nbsp;luxury accommodation, including the all-new<strong>&nbsp;The Villas at The Hotel Hershey&nbsp;<\/strong>experience,&nbsp;<strong>Hershey Lodge&nbsp;<\/strong>resort and&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Camping Resort<\/strong>&nbsp;campground.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All guests receive Free Resort Benefits like free front gate shuttle service and preview hours. Overnight guests of&nbsp;<strong>Hershey Lodge<\/strong>&nbsp;receive exclusive access to&nbsp;<strong>Hershey\u2019s Water Works at Hershey Lodge&nbsp;<\/strong>indoor pool complex.<strong>&nbsp;Hersheypark Halloween&nbsp;<\/strong>One-Day and Two-Day packages are now available at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/official-resorts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.Hersheypark.com\/official-resorts\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Join Our Halloween Team<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our team as a scare actor, specialty performer,&nbsp;<strong>Dark Nights<\/strong>&nbsp;Attendant, Ride Operator or Food &amp; Beverage team member, and enjoy sweet perks including FREE admission to&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark Halloween<\/strong>, FREE parking to&nbsp;<strong>Hersheypark&nbsp;<\/strong>Entertainment Complex events, discounts around town and so much more!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/Jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.Hersheypark.com\/Jobs<\/a>&nbsp;for more information and to apply online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Press Release from Hersheypark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1533,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"quote","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[109],"tags":[35],"class_list":["post-1531","post","type-post","status-publish","format-quote","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-press-releases","tag-hersheypark","post_format-post-format-quote"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1531"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1531\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1534,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1531\/revisions\/1534"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1533"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1531"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1531"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}