HERSHEY, Pa.,
September 22, 2021
/PRNewswire/ --The Sweetest Place on Earth, Hershey, Pa., is the star of the show this
Halloween season, bringing extra sweet fun to families nationwide.
Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark makes its
debut on Food Network Monday, September
27 at 10 p.m. ET/9 p.m. CT – but that's not all! As the star of
the show and one of the top Halloween destinations, Hershey, Pa. is offering chocolate lovers
unique new twists on iconic Hershey treats inspired by the show –
for a limited time only!
Officially announced last month by Food Network, Chocolate
Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark is a new four-episode series
featuring skilled pastry chefs who enter Hersheypark after
dark to create mind-bending chocolate showpieces to compete for a
year's supply of Hershey's candy,
a Hersheypark vacation and a $10,000 cash prize. Host Sunny Anderson challenges contestants to take
chocolate creations to the next level, using Hershey favorites such
as Reese's Pieces and TWIZZLERS Twists within Hershey's
largest candy store, Chocolate World while riding coasters
and completing challenges in Hersheypark. And once the clock runs
out, judges Ralph Attanasia and
Maneet Chauhan determine which
contestant masterfully molded their favorite Hershey treats into a
true work of art, crowning a champion at the end of each
episode.
"Showcasing the best of what Hershey,
Pa. has to offer – from Hershey's Chocolate World to
Hersheypark – on Food Network has been a unique special
experience that only Hershey can provide. The most exciting part is
that people can actually experience their favorite parts of the
show in real life, right here in Hershey,
Pa.," said Suzanne Jones,
Vice President, The Hershey Experience. "Join us this Halloween to
have your own "chocolate meltdown," ride rides after dark, trick or
treat and most importantly, enjoy your favorite Halloween treats
right where they originated."
"Teaming up with Food Network to bring Chocolate Meltdown:
Hershey's After Dark to life in The Sweetest Place on
Earth was an absolute treat!" said Vikki Hultquist, General Manager of Hersheypark.
"We love that the show will showcase amazing chocolate creations
and the unbelievable "only in Hershey" rides and experiences awaiting all
those who visit Hershey, Pa.,
where fun meets chocolate!"
As one of the top Halloween destinations in the country,
Hershey, Pa. is offering something
for everyone, both on and off the screen! Here are a few things
happening at The Sweetest Place on Earth this
Halloween season:
Halloween in Hershey,
Pa.
- Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey After Dark S'mores &
Melted Hot Chocolate: Visit Hershey's Chocolate
World attraction for a giveaway1 of an epically
crafted s'more and cup of melted hot chocolate - inspired by
experiences from the show, for a limited time, beginning
Friday, September 24*.
- "Live on Set!" Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After
Dark Photo Opportunity: Visit Hershey's Chocolate
World attraction and snap your picture behind an exact replica
of the set from Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark.
Make sure to share it on social with #HersheysAfterDark #Chocolate
World.
- Hersheypark In the Dark: Experience your favorite
Hersheypark coasters and dozens of family friendly rides
this Halloween with special "in the dark" experiences every weekend
from October 15 to 31.
- Trick or Treat in Hershey: Enjoy 13 sweet stops along the
Trick or Treat Trail that winds from Hershey's Chocolate
World to The Boardwalk At Hersheypark. Children 12 and
under are invited to visit each stop once for sweet treats -
costumes are welcome!
- Reese's Candy Converter: After making a
splash in 2018, the Reese's Candy Converter has found its
home in Hershey, Pa. Make your
peanut butter and chocolate dreams come true this year by
"converting" your Halloween candy at Hershey's Chocolate
World, every weekend from October 15 to
31.
- Visit Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World
online for more information and to find out what else is in store
this Halloween!
"Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark combines
two of my all-time passions, going to amusement parks and creating
art with food," added host, Sunny
Anderson. "I cannot wait to share these amazing chocolate
displays with viewers, featuring some of the most talented pastry
chefs on the planet."
And if you didn't get to try the latest products from Hershey
last year, make sure that Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins
Snack Size, Reese's Franken-Cup Peanut Butter Cups, KIT KAT®
Witch's Brew, Hershey's Kisses Vampire Chocolates,
Hershey's Cookies 'N' Creme Fangs are in your candy bag this
Halloween season!
About The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is
headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and
is an industry-leading snacks company known for bringing goodness
to the world through its iconic brands, remarkable people and
enduring commitment to help children succeed. Hershey has
approximately 17,000 employees around the world who work every day
to deliver delicious, quality products. The company has more than
90 brands around the world that drive more than $8 billion in annual revenues, including such
iconic brand names as Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®,
Jolly Rancher, Ice Breakers, SkinnyPop, and Pirate's
Booty.
For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to operating
fairly, ethically and sustainably. Hershey founder,
Milton Hershey, created the Milton
Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on
helping children succeed.
To learn more visit www.thehersheycompany.com
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About Hershey Entertainment & Resorts
Hershey
Entertainment & Resorts Company is a world-class entertainment
and hospitality company dedicated to preserving the legacy of
Milton S. Hershey. Founded in 1927
by Milton S. Hershey, HE&R and
its subsidiaries own and/or operate the Hersheypark
Entertainment Complex, Hersheypark Arena & Stadium,
ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, Hershey
Bears AHL Hockey Club, GIANT Center arena, The
Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, Hersheypark Camping
Resort, The Spa At The Hotel Hershey, MeltSpa by
Hershey, Hershey Country Club and Hershey Golf
Collection. For additional information about HE&R, visit
www.HersheyPA.com.
1* NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to
visitors at Hershey's Chocolate World attraction. 100
free s'mores will be given out at 11 a.m.
ET and 100 free melted hot chocolate will be given out at
3 p.m. ET ("Giveaway Items") every
Friday, Saturday & Sunday beginning September 24, 2021 through October 17, 2021. 100 S'mores and 100 melted
hot chocolate also to be given out on premiere day of Chocolate
Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark, on Monday, September
27. Visitors to Hershey's Chocolate World attraction
who stop by the Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark
kiosk will be entitled to receive a Giveaway Item, which will be
awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, WHILE SUPPLIES
LAST. Once Giveaway Items are awarded, no further items will be
available. Giveaway Items are non-transferable, non-exchangeable,
and non-refundable, have no cash value, and may not be combined
with any other offers or promotions. Only one Giveaway Item per
person. Sponsor: The Hershey Company, 19 E. Chocolate
Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033
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