From “Hersheypark 2026! Whats New??” by The Krystal Palace
Hersheypark 2026: what's new this season
120 years of chocolate, coasters and a sweet day out.
Key points
- Hersheypark is marking its 120th anniversary in 2026, and the video also calls out Candymonium's 80th and the Dry Gulch Railroad's 65th as milestones. 0:00
- The Dr. Pepper Dip and Dots is the headline new treat: it tastes strongly of Dr. Pepper, and a regular serving costs over $8. 3:38
- Souvenir refill cups cost $26.49 and include free refills on the day of purchase, while refills on later visits cost $1. 8:51
- The boardwalk expands this summer with two new Bayside Pier water play areas holding 45 aquatic elements, and the boardwalk runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 8:00
- Guests who leave the park for Chocolate World, the Chocolatier or the gift shop must get photo validation to re-enter, since a digital photo is taken on exit. 15:41
Walking the park, one stop at a time
- 1. Lockers and entrance — Blue lockers at the entrance; the park now owns them and guest services handles issues. 0:36
- 2. Sky Rush — Sky Rush is reached by a shortcut path, with the Sky Rush sign and Zoo America signs nearby. 1:22
- 3. Oola Bowls stand — A purple stand serving açaí and pitaya bowls and superfoods. 2:59
- 4. Great Bear and Dippin' Dots — The vlogger heads to Great Bear and tries a Dr. Pepper flavoured Dippin' Dots. 3:27
- 5. Milk vending machines — Turkey Hill chocolate and white milk sold from a vending machine. 5:06
- 6. Cuban menu stand — A new Cuban menu offers empanadas, yuca fries, Cuban sandwiches and tres leches. 6:51
- 7. Boardwalk and Tidal Force — Renderings show the boardwalk water-play expansion; Tidal Force is closed until the boardwalk opens. 8:00
- 8. Music Box Theatre — A Chevrolet-sponsored theatre where a new America 250 show is coming this summer. 9:34
- 9. East Coast Mini Donuts — Donut stand with six donuts for $8.47 and donut-topped Bobachillers. 11:14
- 10. Chocolate World shop — Coaster merchandise, brass ornaments and the 2026 apparel line are sold in the shop. 15:41
Donut prices at East Coast Mini Donuts
- : 6 donuts, any 1 flavor · : $7.99
- : 12 donuts, any 2 flavors · : $12.99
- : 3 donut-fried Oreo cookies · : $6.80
- : Donut-topped Bobachillers · : $9.49