TravelPirates offers a list of spooky locations to visit come end of October and one of them is Hershey's candy amusement park. Located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, the destination is a testimony to the immense popularity of the chocolate bar. For Halloween, however, the facility transforms into an eerie extravaganza that pays tribute to the beloved holiday.
'Hersheypark in the Dark' offers thrill-seekers a total of 13 coasters, with the opportunity to experience select rides — the 'Laff Trakk,' 'Wildcat,' 'Comet,' and 'Lightning Racer,' in a lights-off setting. In addition, the candy amusement park delights individuals with a Glow Dance Party in two locations, special menu items at its restaurants, as well as exclusive flashlight-led tours and special Trick or Treat Trails.
What's Driving This Trend
- Halloween-themed Amusement Parks
- The trend of transforming standard amusement parks into spooky Halloween-themed destinations with special experiences offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the amusement park industry
- Lights-off Roller Coaster Rides
- The trend of offering special roller coaster rides in complete darkness provide a unique experience for thrill-seekers and an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the roller coaster industry
- Flashlight-led Tours
- The trend of exclusive flashlight-led tours in spooky Halloween-themed amusement parks adds an interactive element to the experience and offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the tour and travel industry
Who This Affects Most
- Amusement Park
- Amusement parks can incorporate spooky Halloween-themed experiences and special attractions to attract customers and differentiate themselves from competitors
- Restaurant
- Restaurants can offer special Halloween-themed menu items to attract customers during the holiday season and stay competitive
- Tour and Travel
- Tour and travel companies can incorporate unique and interactive elements, such as flashlight-led tours, into their offerings to attract customers seeking immersive experiences
