Get Ready for Spooky Fun: How to Snag Early Hersheypark Halloween Access!

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I just received the latest e-newsletter from the Hersheypark Season Pass team, and it’s packed with exciting news for families looking to get a head start on autumn thrills. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to plan your fall outings, this announcement about securing your 2027 pass is the ultimate reason to start the season early with some spooky, family-friendly fun!

  * Unlock the Rest of 2026 for Free

When you purchase a 2027 Full, King, or Giant Size Season Pass now, you receive the remainder of the 2026 season at absolutely no extra cost. This is a fantastic way to stretch your budget while ensuring your family can enjoy all the upcoming fall and winter festivities without paying for a separate admission! (Compare perks, here.)

  * Experience Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights

Your visit includes access to all the seasonal excitement, featuring thrilling roller coasters, trick-or-treating for the little ones, and fun monster meet and greets. For older thrill-seekers, the park also offers five haunted houses and five scare zones as part of the Dark Nights event, ensuring there is something spooky for everyone! (Learn more, here.)

  * Exclusive Season Pass Holder Event

By purchasing your 2027 pass now, you can gain entry to an exclusive event on Sunday, September 20, from 10 AM to 12 PM. This special window allows pass holders to enjoy rides and trick-or-treating before the park officially opens to the general public.

Why This Matters: For families in the Baltimore and Maryland area, Hershey is a manageable and exciting road trip destination that offers a perfect change of scenery from our local haunts. Leveraging these pass holder benefits allows us to maximize our family time during the crisp autumn weekends without the stress of buying single-day tickets for every trip, making it a budget-friendly way to create lasting holiday memories.

Baltimore Mom Tip: If you're heading up for the day, make sure to pack extra bags for the kids' trick-or-treating loot and comfortable walking shoes for everyone. Planning a "Hershey day" is always more fun when you have snacks for the car ride—check out Amazon for some mess-free travel snacks to keep the kiddos happy on the drive!