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One of the largest consumer RV Shows in the U.S. takes place each September in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This year, the Hershey RV Show will be held from September 11th through September 15th at the Giant Center. Joe and I have attended the Hershey RV Show with our friend Scott Watson from Go Small Live Large! We spent the day exploring the event and checking out the new RVs.
Whether you’re shopping for an RV or looking for new and essential RV gear, the Hershey RV Show in Pennsylvania will likely have what you are looking for.
2024 Hershey RV Show Details
Below are the details for the 2024 Hershey RV Show.
- When: Wednesday, September 11th to Sunday September 15th
- Where: Giant Center 550 West Hersheypark Drive Hershey, PA 17033
- Price: starts at $12 for Adults if purchased in advance, Children 12 and under get in for free, special discounts available for $7
- Hours: 9am to 8pm Wed-Sat and 9am to 5pm Sun
The cost to get into the show varies depending on whether you purchase tickets in advance, which day and what time you want to attend and whether you qualify for a special discount.
Adult tickets for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are $12 when purchased in advance, or $14 if bought on the day. Saturday tickets are $17 in advance or $19 on the day. Sunday tickets are $8 in advance or $10 on the day.
Visit the Hershey RV Show Ticket Page for all the options.
Parking at the Hershey RV Show is FREE! Just make sure to park in the GIANT CenterSM Lots.
Service animals are permitted at the show along with pets in a “COMPLETELY ENCLOSED carrier/stroller.”
Show website: https://www.largestrvshow.com
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Camping at Hershey RV Show
For those of you interesting in camping at the Hershey RV Show, here’s the scoop on what Hershey Entertainment has on offer. Dry camping and parking near the Giant Center will be available starting from Tuesday, September 10 until Monday, September 16 at 10 a.m. It’s $60 per night to park your RV there. If you have a car towed behind the RV, it’s an extra $10 per stay. Just pay at the gate when you arrive, as reservations are not accepted.
The Dry camping area is open for arrivals and departures from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you roll in after 7 p.m., you’ll be directed to hang tight in a nearby staging area until 7 a.m. the next morning when you can move to your spot and pay for it.
Keep in mind, this is dry camping—no water or septic hookups. They do have a honey wagon service available for a fee if you need it, but for water, you will want to find a potable water fill station near by. You can run generators during the day, quiet hours are from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
It’s a bit of a trek from the overnight parking area to the show, so walking isn’t really an option. They do offer a free shuttle between the dry camping area and the show.
When we attended the Hershey RV Show, we camped overnight at a nearby Harvest Hosts which worked out really well. Since day parking at the show is free, we were glad to save the $60/night dry camping fee.
If you prefer to stay at a campground, the closest one to the Hershey RV Show is Hersheypark Camping Resort located at 1200 Sweet Street Hummelstown, PA 17036.
RV Manufacturers at the Hershey RV Show
Hershey RV Show attendees can expect to see all types of RVs for sale by a wide range of manufacturers. For example,
- Towables including entry level travel trailers by Winnebago
- Class B RVs including adventure vans by Storyteller Overland
- Class C RVs
- Small Class C RVs
- Class A motorhomes including the latest version of our first RV
- Truck campers
- 5th Wheels and more
Browse the list of RV Manufacturers at the 2024 Hershey RV Show.
Seminars at the Hershey RV Show
At the Hershey RV Show, it’s not just about checking out the latest RVs—you can also attend one of the many seminars offered throughout the event. From tips on RV maintenance to deeper dives into RV appliances and safety essentials, there’s a session for everyone. There’s even a session all about RVing to Alaska.
Check out the full schedule of Seminars at the Hershey RV Show.
RV Accessories and Gear Vendors
There will be one giant vendor building at the Hershey RV Show filled with booths selling essential RV gear and memberships. If you’re looking for an accessory for your RV, you’ll likely find it here. Vendors range from campground organizations and RV mattresses to gear you need to dump your RV tanks and everything in between.
One of our favorite RV membership programs, Harvest Hosts, will be at the Hershey RV Show this year, and you can find them at booth 342.
Tips for Attending the Show
Attending a large show like the Hershey RV Show can be overwhelming especially if it’s your first time. Here are some tips on how to make the most out of your time:
- Wear comfortable shoes. This is a large show and there is a quite a bit of ground to cover if you intend to walk the entire show. If you’re not camping on site, consider bringing a second pair of shoes in case the weather changes. It could be warm and sunny one day and cold and rainy the next day.
- Review the show layout. Take some time to look at the show layout so you can plan your day(s).
- Take notes and photos. Attending such a large RV show can quickly result in information overload. Take notes and photos to help you remember after the show.
- Bring a tape measure. There have been many times where we wanted to know the exact measurements of a space or item at the show. For example, if you want a composting toilet in the RV, having the exact measurements of the toilet or the space its going into will be very handy.
For more tips, head over to our RV Show Survival Guide.
