To my fellow thrill-seekers and chocolate lovers! Ready to dive into the sweet world of the Hersheypark Annual Season Pass options for 2024?
Well, buckle up (or maybe just grab a chocolate bar), because I’ve got some exciting news.
This year, Hersheypark is rolling out not one, but two shiny new pass options, adding even more layers of fun to an already jam-packed experience they have with their several pass options.
But before I get into the nitty-gritty of perks and prices, let’s take a moment to appreciate what makes Hersheypark the ultimate playground for Pennsylvania and beyond.
In the heart of Hershey, Pennsylvania, this gem of a theme park stands tall as the largest in the state, and boy, does it live up to the hype.
Picture this: over 70 rides and attractions spread across 121 acres of pure amusement bliss.
So, grab your pals, your family, heck, even your distant cousins, because Hersheypark is where memories are made, and calories don’t count.
Let’s dive into if you should get a Hersheypark seasonal pass.
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2024 Hersheypark Season Passes at a Glance:
- Prices start at $26.67 per month (cost subject to change at anytime)
- Enjoy benefits such as bringing a friend for FREE
- Free parking
- Discounts on food, merchandise and Skip the Line Passes
- Exclusive monthly rewards for Pass Holder and more!
Whether you have your annual pass or are looking for answers to why you should get one, here are the top Hersheypark Season Pass Benefits for 2024.
What is a Hersheypark Annual Pass?
The Hersheypark Season Pass is a ticket option that you pay for either in full or with a down payment and monthly payment plan, that will allow you certain benefits and access to a destination.
A Hersheypark annual pass is your golden ticket to a year-round adventure in the chocolate-filled wonderland of Hersheypark.
It’s like having unlimited access to all the rides, attractions, and chocolatey goodness the park has to offer for an entire year.
With different pass options available, you can choose the one that best suits your cravings for thrills and spills.
The reason why I continue to keep my pass is that we (Annual Passholders) often get exclusive perks and discounts, making every visit sweeter than the last.
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2024 Hersheypark Season Pass Options
You will find that Hersheypark has updated their annual pass system and so, there are 4 annual passes in total, including a brand new additional perk pass that will be especially great for families such as:
- Bite size season pass
- Full size season pass (Pre-k pass eligible)
- King size season pass (Pre-k pass eligible)
- Giant size season pass (Pre-k pass eligible…SOLD OUT for 2024)
It should be noted that at the time of posting, Giant Passes for the 2024 season are sold out and unavailable for purchase.
What does a Hersheypark Season Pass include?
You’ll be happy to know that the Hersheypark Annual Pass comes with benefits such as unlimited visits, free parking, free tickets, discounts on food and merchandise, early park access and so much more!
As one would imagine, the more you pay, the more benefits you will get with your Hersheypark Season Pass.
It should be noted that every pass option gives you unlimited visits during spring weekend, summer, Hersheypark halloween including Dark Nights, a separately ticketed event, Christmas Candylane and ZooAmerica.
Here is a breakdown of what is included with each Hersheypark pass options:
Bite Size
This is the lowest tier and comes with the least amount of benefits. It costs $22.57 for a 7 month payment plan or $158 for a one time payment. On top of unlimited visits, it includes:
- 50% off parking (no access to season passholder parking lot)
- 5% off food & drink, retail and games
Full Size
The second lowest tier is Bite size and gives you a bit more at a price of $26.71 a month on a 7 month payment plan or $187 one time payment. In addition to your unlimited visits, it includes:
- Free access to season passholder parking lot
- 1 free Pre-K Pass add on
- 15% discount on food & drink, retail and games
- 1 hour early access with sweet start
- Access to exclusive passholder events
- Monthly Rewards Program
- 25% discount on Hersheypark tickets
The perk here is that for about $30 more, you at least get perks worth the cost.
King Size
This is the pass I originally held before the introduction of Giant Size Passes to Hersheypark, which gave you the most perks at the time.
I can personally say it was worth the cost based on the perks for myself and my boyfriend, who have held passes for 3, going on 4 years now.
How much is a Hersheypark Season King Size Pass?
As of 2024, it costs $36.29 for a 7 month payment plan or $254 for a one time payment.
This pass includes all the unlimited visits and perks of the full size pass, as well as the following:
- 2 Free Hersheypark tickets
- Free all year drink plan
- Free Christmas Candylane hot beverage plan
- Season passholder appreciation bag (which comes filled with items including a car magnet, Hersheypark magnet, Lanyard with pass ID holder and Souvenir cup)
- 35% Discount on Hersheypark tickets
While you can add the food plan, I immensely appreciated the drink plans, especially during brutally hot summer day visits and cold winter visits to see the holiday lights at the park in the evenings.
Giant Size
New this year for Hersheypark is the Giant size pass, which is the highest tier available that one can purchase. At the time of this post, the pass option is currently sold out.
My guess is due to the fact that its new, holds the most valuable perks and alot of visitors were already king size passholders like myself, so it made the most sense to upgrade.
How much is a Hersheypark Season Giant Size Pass?
At $52.50 for a 7 month payment plan or $420 for a one time payment, you get everything that is included in the King Size Passholder perks and additionally,
- Free single use Fast Track each day
- Discount on Fast Track and Fast Track Unlimited up to 50%
- A Discount on All year Fast Track up to $150
- Access to Exclusive Giant Size Passholder Lounge
- 3 Free Snack Vouchers
It’s easy to say that the single use Fast Track, lounge and additional discounts make this pass worth the cost, especially during peak summer season.
Hersheypark Pre-K Pass
Before I round up the pass options, there is one more that is new and greatly benefcial to those with little ones.
The Pre-K Pass is a special add-on for those who are already Full, King or Giant Size Passholders.
As a Full, King, or Giant Size Season Pass Holder, you can add the new Pre-K Pass perk, available for children in your family, under 5 years old, born on or after July 1, 2019.
This add-on is free and included with your pass purchase (which I love)!
The little ones will also get unlimited visits to Hersheypark and ZooAmerica all year long, plus 1-hour early Sweet Start access during the summer season.
How do I activate the Pre-K Pass at Hersheypark?
- Step 1: Purchase a 2024 Full, King, or Giant Size Season Pass
- Step 2: Log-in to your Self-Service Account to claim the Pre-K voucher within the ‘Benefits’ section of the account. As stated before, 1 Free Pre-K Pass is available with each Full and King Size Season Pass and 2 Pre-K Passes are available with each Giant Size Season Pass.
- Step 3: Visit Ticketing Services during normal operating hours, located just outside the main gate of Hersheypark, to activate and receive your printed Pre-K Pass. Remember to bring your Pre-K voucher, your Pre-K child, and a government issued birth certificate or passport showing the child’s date of birth (must be born after July 1, 2019). It should be noted that this must be completed by August 31, 2024. Children 2 and under are eligible to redeem a Pre-K voucher, but are not required to have an admission ticket for entry.
- Step 4: After you activate and have your Pre-K pass, your child can visit during any operating day throughout 2024, at both Hersheypark and ZooAmerica.
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What to Know Before You Buy Your Hersheypark Annual Pass
Now that you know the options that are available to you, you can now easily make a decision on whether or not it’s worth it based on finance and benefits.
It should be noted that pricing is online pricing only and Hersheypark tends to always have great deals on tickets and annual passes if you catch them early enough.
I highly recommend signing up for their email alerts so you can take advantage of the best savings for purchasing annual passes.
Is the Hersheypark Season Pass worth it?
Absolutely! My suggestion is always if you plan on visiting 2-3 times a year, it would be worth looking into the Bite or Full Size Annual Pass!
How long can you use Hersheypark Season Pass?
2024 Season Passes are valid from January 1, 2024, through January 1, 2025. Please note that benefits do not begin until 2024 for rewards and ZooAmerica visits.
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Are the Hersheypark Annual Passes refundable?
Nope! they are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Can I put my Hersheypark ticket towards the cost of my Annual Pass?
As long as the ticket is unused, you may do so.
I bought the wrong Hersheypark pass type, what do i do?
If you have accidentally purchased the wrong product, you can send an email to onlineticketshelp@hersheypa.com with your order number within 24 hours of your purchase and they will work with you!
Can one family gain entry on one Hersheypark Pass?
No, each family member must have their own pass or ticket for entry into Hersheypark.
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Can I use my pass immediately?
Once you start your monthly payment plan or pay fully for your pass, it’s active from January 1 2024- January 1, 2025.
Hersheypark opens in the spring, however you will still have access to other areas including ZooAmerica.
How do I buy add-ons for my Hersheypark Season Pass?
The All-Year Drink Plan and two All-Summer Dining Plans are available for purchase online with a Season Pass or Season Pass renewal.
How do I make a self service account for my pass?
To create an account and log in, please visit the Self-Service Account log-in page.
When creating an account, please have your email address match what you used to purchase your Season Pass.
Where is the Passholder parking lot?
New Season Pass Holder exclusive lots are available between Hershey’s Chocolate World parking lot and Hersheypark Stadium, including a new lot close to the Hersheypark Arena. See the parking map here
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Where do I get my Hersheypark Annual Pass?
You can pick up a physical copy at guest services as you will need to take a photo for your pass. Once this is done, you can link a digital copy to your apple wallet if you have an iPhone.
Do I need to be with the person I give my free Hersheypark ticket to at the park?
No, however check the expiration date on the ticket to make sure it will be valid for their date of visit.
Where is the Hersheypark Passholder Lounge?
The lounge is located right near the ferris wheel towards the back of the park.
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2024 Hersheypark Season Pass Add-ons
In addition to the perks of your pass, you can pay an additional fee for add-ons.
Hersheypark Dining Plans
For Hersheypark, there are two options that are available. The “All Summer Once a Day Dining Plan” and “All Summer Once a Day Dining Plan.”
Once a day costs $104 and allows you one meal per day at select locations. It includes 1 entree, 1 side and is valid between March 29- September 8th.
Twice a day costs $129 and is the same as once a day, but you just get two meals instead of one.
Hersheypark Drink Plans
There is only one option currently available for the drink plan, which lasts all year.
The plan is free for King and Giant size passholders but $42 for all other passholders. With it, you get free reveals on fountain drinks and slushes.
Photo Plans
You have the option to purchase an all year photo plan for $70!
It includes an online album with digital access to share and download all of your ride and photographer photos taken inside Hersheypark.
Hersheypark Fast Track AKA Skip the Line Pass
You have the option to buy All Year Fast Track, which allows you to minimize the wait times for your Hersheypark visit for select attractions.
Receive one Fast Track Unlimited each visit and skip the regular line on participating attractions all year.
This benefit can also be used during Dark Nights at Hersheypark Halloween.
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My Final Thoughts on the Hersheypark Season Pass
So, there you have it, folks!
I’ve taken you on a deep dive into the delicious world of Hersheypark’s annual pass options for 2024, exploring the perks, prices, and all the sweet details that make each pass unique.
Whether you’re a die-hard coaster enthusiast, a family looking for endless fun, or just someone who can’t resist the call of chocolate, there’s a pass waiting for you at Hersheypark.
Grab your tickets (or better yet, snag an annual pass) and get ready to embark on a year-long adventure filled with thrills, laughter, and of course, plenty of chocolate-induced smiles.
Because at Hersheypark, every day is a celebration, and every visit is a chance to make memories that’ll last a lifetime. See you in the sweetest place on earth!
Until next time, Happy Park Hopping Hipsters!
About the Author
Victoria is a professional solo traveler here to make your solo trips as stress free AND enjoyable as possible for you.
She has over 5 years of Disney and Non-Disney travel experience and was featured by POPSUGAR as one of the Top 50 Black Disney Creators you should follow.
She is a Proud Native to Baltimore, Md but always will call Disney World home.