AUGUST 13-15, 2020

The 2020 Hershey Open will be held August 13-15 at the Hersheypark Arena.  Our  adults-only competition, the new Neal Wood Memorial Open has been merged into Saturday.  For more information on the adult competition, please see here:  https://www.hersheyfigureskating.org/woodopen

The Entryeeze link for the 2020 Hershey Open is here:   http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=196

Thanks to Vision Photo and Video LLC, in addition to the video download of events skaters are getting (everything but elements and compulsories), we intend to have a Live Feed on Facebook.  Quality and steady stream are dependent upon Arena internet. 

https://www.facebook.com/visionphotovideollc

Our competition is at the historic Hersheypark Arena, right next to Hersheypark and Chocolate World.  

Hersheypark and Chocolate World ARE OPEN, but require an online reservation so they can limit entry numbers. 

Please be aware: To implement recommended state and federal safety guidelines, all guests, except for Season Pass Holders, must reserve a date for their Hersheypark® visit in advance. (This is a separate process from buying tickets; tickets must be purchased first, then you will input the barcode/ticket #  into this reservation link).  https://www.hersheypark.com/reservations/reserve-your-day/

Required safety protocols are listed here, and include a requirement to wear a mask for anyone over age 2. https://www.hersheypark.com/safety.php
 

Discounted Hersheypark tickets are available to our friends and families through Hershey Figure Skating Club's e-store.  Click on the link below and enter the code:  57610

Chocolate World is open 9 AM to 8 PM. and requires timed passes (2 hours max).  The walk from the Arena is very short, via the new Chocolatetown plaza next to the Arena.  

Information to plan a visit and to reserve your visit time online is here:  https://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld/en_us/plan-a-visit/reopening.html

• Hershey Gardens, with a fantastic butterfly atrium - Wear a bright shirt and the butterflies may think you are a great landing spot!- http://www.hersheygardens.org/
• Note: the Gardens are requiring masks, as well as issuing timed tickets to control the number of people.  Plan your visit ahead of time here: https://www.hersheygardens.org/re-opening

The Hershey Story Museum,  with a great "apprentice" program to make the museum interactive for kids, and a chocolate lab where you can make your own chocolate creation!  https://hersheystory.org/

Masks are required and timed tickets are recommended to ensure your visit time is available as they limit entries.  See here: https://hersheystory.org/hours-information/admission/