Hershey Gardens

The Christmas Tree Showcase
2026-12-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-11 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-13 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates
Friday, November 20 through Sunday, January 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exceptions: Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; Open 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve
Our signature holiday event features colorful tree displays with twinkling lights; each unique tree is created by a talented local designer. Guests will enjoy a pair of 14-foot and 8-foot poinsettia and tropical trees! The historic Hersheypark Comet coaster car is back for family photo ops and the Butterfly Atrium will be decorated for the holidays!
Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory.
Included in admission; free for members.

Thomas Davis

Student Christmas Tree Showcase
2026-12-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-11 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-13 09:00 - 17:00 and 5 more dates
Friday, November 20 through Sunday, January 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Enjoy dozens of creative ornaments made by local school students on display on live Fraser fir trees in the Garden Cottage.
Included with admission; free for members.

Winter Wreath Workshops
2026-12-06 10:00 - 11:30
Friday, December 4 at 10 a.m.,
Saturday, December 5 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and
Sunday, December 6 at 10 a.m.
Celebrate winter by creating a beautiful and festive wreath, perfect for the holidays! Using fresh limbs, twigs and pods pruned from the Gardens, participants will learn how to create a stunning, long-lasting 18-inch wreath for their door or table. All supplies and materials are provided.
Led by Hershey Gardens Education Programs Staff
$55 for members; $65 for non-members
Registration required here, beginning November 1.

Calling All Kids! Crafty Christmas Creations
2026-12-12 09:30 - 13:00
November 21 & 28; December 5, 12, 19 & 26, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Perfect for kids of all ages. Join in the fun of creating your own holiday craft, inspired by nature. Located in the Education Center in The Children’s Garden.
Included with admission; free for members.

Guided Garden Walk
2026-12-12 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees throughout the seasons. Bring your curiosity!
Included with admission, free for members.

Visit with Santa Claus
2026-12-12 11:00 - 13:00
Straight from the North Pole, Santa is stopping by Hershey Gardens to say hello!
Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory. Included in admission; free for members.
