It’s a tell-tale sign that the most wonderful time of the year is here when Santa and all nine of his reindeer have arrived at Hersheypark for the start of Hersheypark Christmas Candylane. The seasonal event at the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania open now, from 5-9 p.m. and runs on select dates and all weekends through Jan. 4.
HOURS: Hours vary by day. Weekend evenings and holidays tend to be the most popular times to visit. Monday through Thursday are typically less busy days. Guests should consider arriving as close to 5 p.m. as possible to avoid long lines.
LOCATION: Hershey Sweet Lights is located just minutes away from Hersheypark between Route 39 and Sand Beach Road. The address is 1183 Sandbeach Road, Hershey, PA 17033.
UNIQUE OFFERINGS: A holiday tradition for more than 40 years, Hersheypark Christmas Candylane is one of the few remaining places in the Northeast to see holiday lights from high-thrill roller coasters! The following only-in-Hershey experiences are included with a ticket:
- Five million lights (the most of any amusement park in the state), including the NOEL light show synchronized to holiday music along Spring Creek
- Seven coasters and select family rides, including the holiday debut of Twizzlers Twisted Gravity (weather and maintenance permitting)
- Santa and all nine of his reindeer for guests to see in the themed Mary N. Bright Airfield
- NEW “Twinkling Thru Time” holiday show inside the heated Music Box Theatre (first holiday show in 5 years)
- TREEville Trail with more than 20 decorated trees sharing stories of The Sweetest Place On Earth (opens Nov. 26)
- Sweet Greets with the Hershey Characters in their winter apparel
PRE-SALE TICKET OFFER: Guests can save more than 45% on Christmas Candylane tickets when purchased on Hersheypark.com through this Sunday. The tickets purchased during the Christmas Candylane Pre-Sale offer are valid through Jan. 4, 2026.
Hershey Sweet Lights requires a separate ticket priced per car. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance for significant savings, as same-day ticket sales end each night at 5 p.m. Online pricing starts at $29.99 and varies depending on the date and vehicle type. Tickets for a standard car are $54.15 at the gate after 5 p.m.