Education Days At Hersheypark

STEM & Physics

Did you ever wonder what goes into planning, building and opening a ride at Hersheypark? Learn directly from Hersheypark’s Director of Engineering the process that goes into installing a ride at the Park. Presentations will be held on May 8 and May 22, 2026 at Noon in the Music Box Theatre. Please register here to attend.

Whitaker Center On Wheels
Visit the Whitaker on Wheels (WOW) Van on May 15th between 11 AM and 2 PM to learn about careers in Healthcare and Medicine! Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts will offer hands-on, engaging stations that give students the opportunity to explore intubation, surgical equipment, and the variety of careers in the Health Sciences. Teachers and students can learn more about SurgeryLive! - a program that connects participants to a UPMC operating room through interactive high-definition video conferencing technology. To learn more, please visit whitakercenter.org/schools/surgery-live or stop by the WOW Van!

Physics Workbook
Download the physics workbook to put your knowledge of force, energy, and mass to the test as you explore Hersheypark.

Online Front Row Classroom Videos
Bring the front row of fan-favorite Hersheypark attractions to your classroom! Each interactive video includes a point-of-view ride video and principles of physics for your students to measure how force, energy, mass, and more keep our attractions operating. View Playlist

Activity Pages
Not visiting Hersheypark^® on an education day? Please download the activity sheets below and complete them during your visit to the Park. Download Activity Sheet

Zoology

Visit
Visit Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica^® North American Wildlife Park during your school trip and have an adventure at your own pace! Explore all five North American habitats to see animals such as bears, river otters, lizards, mountain lions, and gray wolves! Admission is free to all guests with a Hersheypark admission ticket when entering inside Hersheypark by going across the zoo bridge in Kissing Tower Hill. Learn more about the ZooAmerica^® animals, exhibits, and 2026 programming prior to your trip by visiting ZooAmerica.com

Discover
Gather your "pod" to see Hersheypark’s educational Aquatheatre show, "Our Friends from the Sea" featuring California sea lions and Atlantic harbor seals. Students will have the opportunity to ask the Aquatheatre trainers questions about the animals and their roles caring for them. Shows run daily. Please check the Hersheypark app for showtimes.

Stop By
Learn, play, and grow with Pennsylvania 4-H educators and teen leaders! On May 15, 2026, PA 4-H will showcase two highly sought-after programs - Environmental Science and Health Rocks. Explore conservation techniques with hands-on wildlife and aquatic activities designed to inspire curiosity and empower students with essential life skills. Engage in fun activities promoting the power of making positive decisions, stress management, and resilience, all while learning about the science behind healthy habits. Students and educators can participate in fun, interactive challenges and take home 4-H resources and swag!

Theme Park & Hospitality Management

Learn about Amusement Industry/Hospitality Jobs
All departments at Hersheypark work together daily to bring our guests a memorable experience. Learn about Hershey Entertainment & Resorts and the hospitality and amusement park jobs that our team members carry out to deliver our guests top notch experiences by watching these short videos and completing the digital scavenger hunt in your classroom.

Attractions & Maintenance
Food & Beverage
Guest Experience
Marketing & Sales
Retail & Games
Download Scavenger Hunt

Classroom Marketing Project
Put your marketing skills to the test! In your classroom, create a marketing campaign showcasing your new attraction concept. Check back for details.