Hersheypark Cranes Coaster Trains Back On Tracks For Spring Opening
119th Operating Year Begins April 5
The arrival of spring and warmer weather in Hershey, Pa., is a sure sign that the roller coaster riding season at Hersheypark is almost here!
This week, the Hersheypark maintenance team is craning its roller coaster cars back onto the tracks in preparation for its spring opening on April 5.
SPRING OFFERINGS:
Hersheypark springs back to life on April 5 for its 119th operating year. The largest amusement park in Pennsylvania is open for seven weekends through May 18 for its spring season. Hours vary by day, with extended hours over Easter Weekend (April 18-20).
Hersheypark offers more than 50 spring attractions, with something for everyone from the most coasters in the Northeast to kiddie rides and family favorites like the Ferris Wheel and Kissing Tower (celebrating 50 years).
Tickets used during Spring Weekends also include Hershey Character meet and greets with Hersh and Reese, Our Friends From The Sea performances in the Aquatheatre and visits to ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park only by accessing the Zoo through the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours.
SWEET SUMMER AHEAD WITH NEW ATTRACTION:
Yesterday, Hersheypark topped off Twizzlers Twisted Gravity, a high-thrill pendulum ride opening this summer as the tallest Screamin’ Swing in the world. Manufactured by S&S Worldwide, the all-new Twizzlers-inspired adventure is the newest candy to join the iconic Hersheypark skyline.
BEST PRICE OF THE YEAR ON TICKETS:
Guests can save more than 45 percent now on 1-Day Any Day Tickets to Hersheypark when purchased on Hersheypark.com during the Best Price Of The Year sale through March 31, 2025. The tickets are valid on any public operating day from April 5, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026, including Spring Weekends, Summer season lasting May through September, Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights, and Hersheypark Christmas Candylane.
Season Passes are also on sale at the Best Price Of The Year through March 31, with Bite Size, Full Size, King Size and Giant Size options to fit everyone’s needs. A Season Pass pays for itself in three visits and includes unlimited visits to Hersheypark, plus other perks like free parking, the All-Year Drink Plan and access to exclusive events depending on the tier.