Giant Center guide: schedule, start times, food, parking and bag policy

Giant Center holds up to 10,500 fans and is home to Hershey Bears (AHL). This page lists every remaining home game with its start time, and the arena's doors, food, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

29 home games left, starting Sun Nov 1, 2026. Times are local (Eastern).

When do the doors open at Giant Center?

Doors for Hershey Bears games generally open 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to puck drop for all fans, and 1 hour and 45 minutes prior to puck drop for Season Ticket Holders. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Hersheypark Entertainment Complex, which includes Giant Center, prohibits large bags including backpacks, large purses, clear bags, fanny packs, camera bags, drawstring bags, totes and suitcases. Hand clutches, wristlets and small purses are permitted but are subject to search and must not exceed 5 in x 8 in x 1 in. Exceptions are made for a medical equipment bag and/or a parenting needs bag smaller than 14 in x 14 in x 6 in, which must go through metal detection screening and are subject to physical search. There is no bag storage at Giant Center; prohibited bags must be returned to the guest's vehicle. Bag policy.
• Payment: Giant Center is a cashless venue and accepts all major credit and debit cards. Guests without cards can convert cash to prepaid debit cards at no fee at Cash-to-Card kiosks located in the Box Office lobby and on the concourse outside the Hershey Sports store.
• Food: Outside food and beverages, including all alcoholic beverages, are not permitted inside Giant Center. Exceptions are made for guests with medical restrictions or conditions, and guests with small children may bring baby food and formula.

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