New Experiences in Hershey Throughout 2026

Building on a Sweet 2025

These additions continue the momentum of 2025 as the destination debuted a record-setting ride at Hersheypark, opened a new restaurant honoring the unique history of The Hotel Hershey and doubled the number of luxury accommodations available at The Villas At The Hotel Hershey. 

1933 Restaurant & Tavern, a full-service restaurant and tavern at The Hotel Hershey, opened in April with an approachable steakhouse menu, elevated pub fare, signature cocktails, and curated draught beer and wine selections. The restaurant’s name, 1933 Restaurant & Tavern, pays tribute to the grand opening year of The Hotel Hershey. Entry artwork honors this legacy with historical photos from 1933 and a cocktail menu celebrates the end of Prohibition, which occurred the same year. 

Twizzlers Twisted Gravity attraction opened in May at Hersheypark as the tallest Screamin’ Swing in the world. Riders ascend 137 adrenaline-pumping feet, defy gravity at speeds reaching 68 miles per hour and experience multiple mind-bending zero G moments as they swing high above Spring Creek in The Hollow region of Hersheypark.

In late summer, The Hotel Hershey completed a historic expansion of luxury accommodations at The Villas At The Hotel Hershey as 19 Villas now offer guests 98 new luxury rooms. Representing the second-largest investment in the historic Hotel Hershey’s 90-year history, The Villas At The Hotel Hershey offers even more luxury as part of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark and the most premium Hersheypark experiences. During a stay at The Villas, guests are welcomed into a private luxury experience. Nestled in a secluded setting with views of Blue Mountain, Villas guests have access to the exclusive Villas Concierge Lounge with complimentary food and exclusive activities, and perks including daily Hersheypark tickets on Park operating days and a One-Day Fast Track pass.