Admission
🎟️ Sugar Rush Tickets & Admission Information
Sugar Rush is a Sweet & Snack Expo like no other — packed with desserts, snacks, food trucks, live classes, competitions, and fun for all ages! Below you’ll find details on all ticket options available for Sugar Rush 2026.
📍 York Expo Center – Old Main
📅 August 15, 2026
🍬 General Admission – $3
General Admission gives you access to:
• Vendor shopping & sweet treats
• Food trucks & outdoor seating
• Dessert & snack vendors
• Live demos & competitions
• All indoor, climate-controlled space
🎟️ General Admission Session Times:
Session 1: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
👶 Children 2 and under are FREE
Tickets will also be available at the door.
Pre-purchase online to skip the line.
🍭 VIP Admission – $35
VIP is the ultimate Sugar Rush experience and sells out every year!
🌟 What’s included with VIP tickets?
VIP tickets include:
Early entry
Exclusive VIP sampling
VIP lounge access
Charcuterie cups
Tote bag with exclusive coupons, samples & surprises
Raffle ticket
Exclusive voting for Best Sampler Vendor
Limited quantity (VIP sells out every year!)
🎟️ VIP Session Times:
VIP Session 1: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
VIP Session 2: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
⚠️ VIP tickets are limited to 100 per session to ensure quality sampling and swag bag items.
👧 Children 12 and under may enter with a VIP adult, but still require a General Admission ticket.
🎈 Kids Zone Pass – $15
Our Kids Zone, powered by Atomic Bounce, is designed for nonstop fun!
Kids Zone Pass Includes:
• Access to bounce houses & kid-friendly games
• Unlimited entry throughout the event
• Located near food trucks & outdoor seating
🎟️ Kids Zone access is valid during your selected session time.
🍪 LIVE COOKIE DECORATING CLASS
Proudly Hosted by Beehive Cookie Co. - Eve Baum
Ticketed Add-On | Limited Availability
Join us for a live cookie decorating class hosted by Beehive Cookie Co. during Sugar Rush!
🍪 Learn, decorate & take home two themed cookies
🎨 Class includes variations for different skill levels
👨👩👧 All ages welcome — beginners encouraged!
⏱️ Approximately 1-hour class
📍 Held inside York Expo Center – Old Main
🕛 Class time: 12:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets are very limited and expected to sell out quickly!
ℹ️ IMPORTANT NOTES
Sugar Rush is ALL INDOOR & CLIMATE CONTROLLED
Thousands of attendees each year
VIP tickets sell out annually
Food, desserts, snacks, drinks, competitions, demos & more!
🕯️🍭 Macaroon Wax Melt Class – Live at Sugar Rush 🍭🕯️
Take a sweet break from all the treats and join us for a hands-on Macaroon Wax Melt Class hosted by Melting Moments by Stacie! This fun, interactive class is perfect for anyone who loves things that look good enough to eat and smell absolutely amazing.
During this class, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how realistic wax melts are made, including the molds and process used to create them. Then, you’ll create your own macaroon-shaped wax melt to take home — no experience needed!
✨ Class Details:
• Open to all ages and skill levels
• Create one macaroon wax melt
• Choose from four delicious scent options: *Scents will be chosen ahead of time- we will contact you once your tickets are purchased for your scent choice!
☕ Coffee Shop
🍌 Banana Nut Bread
🍑 Peach Nectar
🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake
• Your wax melt will be packaged in a clear gift box with crinkle paper, ready to gift or enjoy
This class will be offered during both Sugar Rush sessions, and tickets are very limited to ensure a great hands-on experience.
Whether you’re crafty, curious, or just want to try something new, this class is the perfect Sugar Rush experience — sweet, creative, and so much fun! 🍭🕯️