Special Events
Events
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Sensory Friendly Evening
The Hershey StoryGuests with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other special sensory needs have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed evening at the museum. They may enjoy interactive exhibits about Milton Hershey and the industry and town he created, and a hands-on exhibit that recreates jobs in the original chocolate factory. A walk-up activity in the Chocolate Lab … Continue reading Sensory Friendly Evening
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Father’s Day
The Hershey StoryHappy Father's Day! All dads receive free admission to the Museum Experience today.
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Thrilling Thursdays! – Chocolate-Covered Thursday
The Hershey StoryFree! Join us on Thursday afternoon for special activities highlighting unique aspects of The Hershey Story. See, feel and smell the ingredients of chocolate. Paint a picture with colored chocolate or cocoa shells and create a sculpture with chocolate clay. Activities are designed especially for children ages 4 through 10 and their families. Themes each … Continue reading Thrilling Thursdays! – Chocolate-Covered Thursday
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Silly Joe Sings – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
ChocolateTown Square ParkSilly Joe entertains audiences with high-energy songs about the everyday lives of kids and families. With a guitar, a loud voice, a wig, a kazoo, boxer shorts, and a lot of silly body movements, Silly Joe keeps everyone involved in the show! ChocolateTown Square is located in downtown Hershey at Cocoa and Chocolate Avenues. In … Continue reading Silly Joe Sings – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
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Juggling Hoffmans – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
ChocolateTown Square ParkYou'll be amazed by the tricks and amused by the antics in a smile-a-long, laugh-a-long interactive good time for all ages. It's a kid's show the adults will love, too! ChocolateTown Square is located in downtown Hershey at Cocoa and Chocolate Avenues. In the event of inclement weather, performances will take place at The Hershey … Continue reading Juggling Hoffmans – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
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Thrilling Thursdays! – Old Fashioned Fun
The Hershey StoryFree! Join us on Thursday afternoon for special activities highlighting unique aspects of The Hershey Story. This program includes activities from the 1800s, when Milton Hershey was just a boy. Guess the function of some everyday objects that were used almost 200 years ago. Try your hand at the art of tin punch and basket … Continue reading Thrilling Thursdays! – Old Fashioned Fun
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Kit’s Kaboodle: Mother Nature – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
ChocolateTown Square ParkMother Nature packs a powerful message with her depiction of the natural world. Combining ecology with mythology, Mother Nature and her friend, The Fairy Queen, teach the importance of preservation. ChocolateTown Square is located in downtown Hershey at Cocoa and Chocolate Avenues. In the event of inclement weather, performances will take place at The Hershey … Continue reading Kit’s Kaboodle: Mother Nature – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
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Thrilling Thursdays! – Meet Mr. Hershey
The Hershey StoryFree! Meet Milton S. Hershey—the puppet! Special shows at 2 and 3 p.m. allow kids to meet and chat with the chocolate-maker. In addition, examine objects such as phonographs and magic lanterns that the Hersheys would have used for entertainment. Make your own puppet to take home. Activities are designed especially for children ages 4 … Continue reading Thrilling Thursdays! – Meet Mr. Hershey
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Forgotten Friends – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
ChocolateTown Square ParkThis interactive show is “crawling” with fun and laughter, presented by herpetologist, author, photographer, and certified class clown, Jesse Rothacker. Meet live snakes, lizards, turtles and crocs; some from around the world and a few from your own backyard! ChocolateTown Square is located in downtown Hershey at Cocoa and Chocolate Avenues. In the event of … Continue reading Forgotten Friends – Free Family Concert Series at ChocolateTown Square Park
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Thrilling Thursdays! – Chocolate Factory Follies
The Hershey StoryFree! Join us on Thursday afternoon for special activities highlighting unique aspects of The Hershey Story. You can make a factory worker hat and try sorting products on a real conveyor belt from the chocolate factory. Use games and puzzles to find out more about factory workers and chocolate making. Activities are designed especially for … Continue reading Thrilling Thursdays! – Chocolate Factory Follies
