Just saw some updates on the labor situation at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. All three properties — Hersheypark, the Hershey Hotel, and the Giant Center — are currently holding strike authorization votes. Turnout has been notably strong over the past three days, with union members showing up consistently from morning through evening to cast their ballots

They’re hoping for some real movement from the company before the end of this week, but after rejecting three contracts from Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R), it looks like a strike is the likely next step. No official results will be released until every vote is counted.

**The company already knows exactly what the union is demanding, yet negotiations remain stalled. They’ve put three contracts on the table that were essentially identical, with the third one actually being a step backward. All three were rejected by the membership — which is why this strike vote is now underway.**

After three straight rejections, it seems the company keeps offering more of the same instead of addressing the core issues.

🚨Big thanks to [u/Hungry-Dog-8560](u/Hungry-Dog-8560) for this suggestion:

**“If anyone is looking to actually get their voice heard in support, I would recommend sending a comment to Hershey amusement corporate. They have a guest relations page with a space where you can send comments/questions. A real human answers you and sends your feedback up the chain. Tell them you will never go to Hershey again if the park has to close down due to them not giving their workers a fair deal.”**

If you’re following this, feel free to share your thoughts below. Hoping the workers get a fair deal.

**UNION STRONG**

**Sources:**  
• [NY Post](https://nypost.com/2026/05/12/business/strike-threat-could-keep-hersheypark-from-opening-for-summer-season-on-time/)  
• [Fox 43](https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/dauphin-county/hersheypark-opening-day-rumors-union-negotiations/521-a8b9e847-05d3-4da0-a806-c5bf5398ca0)  
• [Inside the Magic](https://insidethemagic.net/2026/05/hersheypark-potential-employee-union-strike-jc1mmb/)  
• [WGAL](https://www.wgal.com/article/hersheypark-union-contract-negotiations-impact-summer-season/71278109)

Strong Strike Authorization Vote Underway at Hersheypark, Hershey Hotel & Giant Center