Choctoberfest 2022

Join us for Choctoberfest: a celebration of bands, beers, bites, and chocolate!

The 6th annual Choctoberfest will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm in ChocolateTown Square Park, located at the corner of Chocolate and Cocoa Avenues in Downtown Hershey. Join us with family and friends for a fall afternoon full of great live music, local craft beer, delicious food from downtown restaurants, and, of course, chocolate! Choctoberfest offers an array of activities for all ages to enjoy and is free and open to the public, with food and beverages available for purchase. Check back as we detail more of the events for the day! Want to participate as a vendor? Contact choctoberfest@downtownhershey.com 

Choctoberfest 2021 FAQs

Who: This is information for YOU and all of your friends and family members that will be coming to Choctoberfest this Saturday.

What: Choctoberfest 2021

Where: ChocolateTown Square. The event takes place in ChocolateTown Square Park, located on the southwest corner of Chocolate Avenue and Cocoa Avenue, and a portion of the parking lot adjacent to the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company, 21 West Caracas Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033.

When: Saturday, October 16, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., RAIN OR SHINE

Why: Bands, Beers, Bites, and Chocolate. Do you need another reason? Family activities like pumpkin painting, sidewalk chalk, and more!

How: Walk, bike, or drive to Choctoberfest this weekend!

We’re also providing answers to frequently asked questions and other helpful information:

1. Can I bring my dog?

YES! We welcome friendly pets at Choctoberfest, as long as they are accompanied by their responsible pet owners. NEW THIS YEAR: We’re pleased to share that we’ll have an expanded pet hospitality area available. Stop by our doggie bar for water, treats, and other supplies while they last.

2. Where can I park?

The Downtown Hershey parking garages will be open and can be accessed from Chocolate Avenue via Linden Road. 

3. What about handicapped parking?

We will have a limited number of handicapped parking spaces available in the Caracas Avenue lot adjacent to the fire station.

4. Is there an ATM onsite?

Good question, as not all of our vendors are able to accept credit cards. We will not have an ATM onsite, but there are several banks in proximity to Choctoberfest that have ATMs available:

•Wells Fargo, 27 Ridge Road, Hershey, 17033

•BBT, 201 W. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, 17033

5. Will there be restroom facilities on-site?

YES. We will have portable restroom facilities on-site.

6. How much does it cost?

Choctoberfest is free and open to the public, with food and beverages available for purchase. Remember, not all vendors are able to accept credit cards.

7. What if it rains?

Choctoberfest is a RAIN or SHINE event. We hope for shine.

8. Where can I get more information?

Visit this Facebook Page as we update regularly leading up to the event.