Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2026: dates, opening times, tickets, attractions and how to get there

In short

• Dates: every day from Thursday 19 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, except 25 December (closed). It always closes at 22:00 and usually opens at 10:00, but later on some days (see the table below).
• Everyone needs an entry ticket, including children (entry is free for children under 2, but they still need a ticket). Prices: Off-Peak £1.00, Standard £5.50, Peak £8.25. Tickets are sold only by SeeTickets.
• Attractions are paid separately: the ice rink, the circus, Magical Ice Kingdom, the Giant Wheel, the Real Ice Slide and the rides. If you spend over £25 online, you get a free entry ticket.
• Free (with an entry ticket): Santa's Grotto, the Winter Wonderland Parade and The Elves' Workshop.
• Rules: small bags only (up to A4), and no outside alcohol, glass or fancy dress (Father Christmas, elves, reindeer). Re-entry is usually not possible.
• Getting there: the calmest routes are via Victoria, Bond Street or Paddington. The nearest stations may be closed or exit-only. The Elizabeth line does not run on 26 December.
• Not yet announced: the programme for Family Fun Day on 3 January, on-the-day entry prices, prices of individual rides and the TfL Christmas timetable for 2026.

Dates and opening times

According to the Tickets Guide, Winter Wonderland is open every day from Thursday 19 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. The exception is 25 December, when it is closed.

It always closes at 22:00. By default it opens at 10:00. On the following days it opens later:

The other days are not on the list of exceptions, so according to the organiser it opens at 10:00 on them. You can also see the hours for a particular date in the header of the organiser's website and in the ticket calendar, so check them before you buy.

Christmas and New Year days:

• Christmas Eve (24 December): it is not on the list of later openings, so according to the organiser it opens at 10:00 and closes at 22:00.
• 25 December: closed.
• 26 December: as above, it opens at 10:00 and closes at 22:00. The Elizabeth line does not run that day (see "How to get there").
• New Year's Eve (31 December) and New Year's Day (1 January): 11:00–22:00.
• 3 January 2027 is the last day and Family Fun Day. The organiser has not yet announced the details.

How entry works:

• You enter in hourly slots from 10:00 to 20:00. In the terms and conditions, the last slot is 20:00–21:30.
• Last entry is at 21:30.
• You enter in your slot and can then stay until closing time at 22:00.
• Some ride and attraction queues close earlier.
• Last orders at the bars: 21:45. Some food outlets may close earlier.

Preview Night (a preview evening in aid of The Royal Parks charity) takes place on Wednesday 18 November. Tickets are sold out, but there is a waiting list. Details on the The Royal Parks website.

Entry tickets

Everyone needs an entry ticket, whatever their age (the organiser says "whether you're 2 or 92"). Children under 2 enter free, but they must have a ticket too. Children pay separately for attractions.

You buy only from the authorised partner, SeeTickets. Tickets from other sellers are invalid (terms and conditions, clause 9.3).

In 2026 the price includes the booking fee: the organiser promises that "the price you see is the price you pay". The price depends on the colour of the slot:

Advance prices, as of October 2026.

What about the £1.00 Off-Peak ticket? The organiser says that Off-Peak slots are "always free" (you still have to book a ticket), while the website shows a price of £1.00. How the two fit together is not clear. You will see the final price when you book. The organiser has set aside half a million places for Off-Peak tickets. Attractions are also cheaper in Off-Peak slots.

Other things worth knowing:

• Advance sales: advance prices apply until 23:59 on the day before your visit. Booking ahead saves up to 25% compared with the on-the-day price. The organiser does not give the on-the-day prices and says only that they are higher.
• Buying on the day: you can buy a ticket on site, but on popular dates slots sell out earlier.
• Free entry: if you spend over £25 online, in advance and in a single transaction on attractions, rides, packages, Ride & Game Credit (a top-up for rides and games) or food bundles, each £25 unlocks one free entry ticket. You save up to £9.50 per person. This works online only.
• Refunds: tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. You can change the date up to 72 hours before your visit using the tool on the website.
• Klarna: pay-in-instalments is available on orders over £50.

Attractions paid separately

The main attractions have their own tickets, and prices depend on the colour of the slot (Off-Peak / Standard / Peak). Below are the advance prices.

Advance prices (Off-Peak / Standard / Peak), as of October 2026. In total, the organiser talks about "150+" things to see and do.

Ice rink

The Ice Rink by Priority from O2 is the UK's largest outdoor ice rink, built around the Victorian bandstand.

• Sessions: 10:00–21:00, 45 minutes each. Arrive 20 minutes early.
• Prices: family ticket £37.40 / £46.20 / £55.00, concession £11.65 / £16.05 / £18.25, and an "Ice Guide" instructor £39.50.
• Age: from 3 years. Children aged 3–12 only with a skating adult (18+).
• Skates are included (from children's size 8 to adult size 13; a limited number of sizes 14 and 15). You can bring your own, except speed skates.
• "Penguins" (skating aids) are only for children under 1 m tall.
• Cloakroom: bags and larger items cost £2 per item.
• On the ice, phones and cameras are not allowed.
• Weather: the rink operates in all weather, and there are no refunds because of the weather (terms and conditions).

Circus: Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus

This is new for 2026. Shows last 55 minutes.

• Times: 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00, and on selected days also 12:00 and 20:00.
• Entry: arrive 20 minutes early. Latecomers are admitted only with staff permission.
• Age: no age limit, but children under 12 only with an adult (18+).
• Family prices: £41.80 / £57.20 / £66.00, and by the arena ("Ringside") £50.60 / £66.00 / £74.80.
• Please note: flashing lights, loud music and darkness.
• Pushchairs cannot go into the tent (fire regulations). There is a pushchair park for circus audience members only, for the duration of the show. The tent has a hearing loop.

Magical Ice Kingdom presents Neverland

The theme in 2026 is Peter Pan. It features hundreds of sculptures made from more than 500 tonnes of ice and snow, created in partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (the charity receives a share of every ticket).

• Time: the visit takes about 15–20 minutes, 10:00–21:00. You can enter at any point during your booked slot.
• Inside: a small ice slide.
• Family price: £32.00 / £43.00 / £49.60.
• Pushchairs can be taken in, and it is wheelchair accessible. Children under 12 only with an adult (18+).

The Giant Wheel

The observation wheel is 70 m tall and, according to the organiser, is the largest transportable observation wheel in the world.

• Hours and duration: 10:00–21:30, and the ride lasts about 10 minutes. When it is busy you may share a gondola with others.
• Prices: family ticket £26.40 / £30.80 / £39.60, private gondola (up to 6 people) £46.20 / £52.80 / £61.60, and fast track (quicker boarding) for an adult is an extra £5.50.
• Pushchairs must not be taken into the gondolas. Every gondola is accessible for one person in a wheelchair.

Real Ice Slide, Bar Ice and more

• Real Ice Slide: a ride down the ice on an inflatable, two slides per ticket for £5.50. Minimum height 90 cm; children aged 3–12 with an adult (18+). Not accessible for wheelchair users.
• Bar Ice (new for 2026): a bar made of ice, at −10°C, with a DJ and a cocktail included in the ticket. The price is not on the website, so check it with the organiser. Children under 12 are not admitted after 19:00, and before that only with an adult.
• Ice Sculpting Workshops: from age 12 (ages 12–17 with an adult). Two tickets to Magical Ice Kingdom are included in the price.
• Christmas by Candlelight: a new candlelit carol concert with West End performers. It takes place on selected days and the number of tickets is limited. The exact calendar has not been announced.

Rides and ride passes

The rides include Airborne (65 m), Blizzard (65 m), Munich Looping (from age 8), Euro Coaster (370 m of track), Après-Ski Party Funhouse (from age 4) and the new The Spinning Racer. For children there is Santa Land with 16 classic rides.

The organiser does not give prices for individual rides. You pay from a Ride & Game Credit top-up (£20, £30 or £50; up to 10% cheaper in advance, valid all season) or on site. There are also passes:

Advance prices, as of October 2026.

Packages

Packages unlock free entry. "From" prices for an adult:

"From" prices, as of October 2026.

What is free

With an entry ticket you pay nothing extra for:

• Santa's Grotto: daily until 18:00. The queue is outdoors and may close earlier. From 26 December to 1 January, Father Christmas still receives visitors. Children get a small gift.
• Winter Wonderland Parade: on selected days. The exact calendar has not been announced.
• The Elves' Workshop.

Food and drink

The site has plenty of bars, street food stalls and table-service places. They include:

• Bavarian Village (tables can be booked),
• Jingle Bell Bistro in Santa Land (a family area),
• the Fire Pit bar.

Bundles you can book in advance:

The Mr Bratwurst bundle is a sausage (including vegan and halal), a side and a drink. Prices as of October 2026.

• Payments: all bars and stalls accept contactless payment. You can pay in cash too.
• Challenge 25: if you look under 25 and have no proof of age (passport, driving licence or PASS card), you will not be served alcohol.
• Seating in the food areas is very crowded at peak times.

Entry rules

There is a security check at the entrance: all bags are searched, and metal detectors may be used. If you refuse the check, you will not be admitted and there is no refund. Entry may be slower because of this.

Bags: only small handbags or small rucksacks, no larger than A4. Large bags and suitcases will not be allowed in. The organiser has no cloakroom and advises leaving luggage at home or in a left-luggage service (the Bounce and Stasher apps, LockerPoint lockers at Marble Arch).

What you can't bring in (the organiser's full list):

• your own alcohol (even if gift-wrapped),
• glass bottles and glass,
• opened bottles of drinks (factory-sealed water is allowed, and so are empty cups and reusable bottles),
• food (at security's discretion; exceptions: baby food and medical food),
• scooters, skateboards, bicycles, chairs and stools,
• flags, sound equipment, fireworks and sparklers, lanterns,
• drones, laser pointers, knives, nitrous oxide and drugs,
• hi-vis vests,
• professional photographic equipment (cameras with interchangeable lenses, GoPros, tripods, selfie sticks) and recording glasses (e.g. Meta).

You can keep your phone and an ordinary camera with you.

Fancy dress: the ban covers Father Christmas, elf, reindeer and snowman costumes, hi-vis vests, masks and non-religious face coverings.

Age and children:

• Children (under 12) and babies (under 2) are admitted only with an adult (18+).
• One adult can have at most one infant ticket in a booking.
• The person buying tickets must be at least 18.
• On request you must show proof of identity and age (passport, driving licence, PASS card).
• The organiser provides free wristbands for children with a parent's phone number. Agree a meeting point as well.

Dogs are allowed on a lead, but not into the attractions (exception: assistance dogs). Other animals are not allowed.

Re-entry is usually not possible, even to retrieve lost items: you would need a new ticket. The rules are in the terms and conditions.

Accessibility for disabled visitors

Details are in the organiser's Help Centre.

• Terrain: all entrances are step-free (the park's tarmac paths), and the ground is covered with temporary trackway. It is mostly flat, with gentle slopes.
• Queues: there are separate queues for disabled visitors at every gate (Green, Gold, Red, Blue). Red Gate (north) is the family entrance and is usually calmer.
• Essential Companion ticket is free for people who need support. You need an Access Card (Nimbus Disability, £15 for 3 years) or the free Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Digital Access Pass (apply through Nimbus, valid for 3 years) with a +1 or +2 symbol. The companion must be at least 13. One companion ticket is issued per transaction (with +2, customer services issue the second).
• Wheelchairs: all attractions that need booking are accessible except the Real Ice Slide. Some have a limit on wheelchairs at one time (ice rink: a maximum of 5 wheelchairs per session, powered wheelchairs in manual mode, a companion recommended on the ice). Tell the organiser about your needs when you book.
• Reduced-capacity ice rink sessions (quieter, with softer lighting): Wednesday 25 November 14:00, Monday 30 November 16:00 and Monday 28 December 11:00.
• Rides: there are usually no separate queues or fast track for disabled visitors (temporary site). Staff do not lift guests into the ride vehicles.
• Toilets: they are in all six main blocks and behind the Bavarian Hall and the Fire Pit. There are two Changing Places toilets ("High Dependency Units"), opened with a RADAR key (you can borrow one on site at the box office or information point). Toilets have baby-changing facilities.
• Quiet zone: covered and heated, with neutral lighting and no music, in the north of the site by the family entrance. During the day there are also quieter spaces in Bavarian Village, the Bavarian Hall and the street food area.
• Help on site: there is an accessibility manager ("Accessibility Champions") and first aid.
• Hire: there is no wheelchair hire on site. You can hire wheelchairs, scooters and pushchairs from Chelsea's Rentals at Marble Arch.
• Guides: the organiser provides an Access Guide and a Sensory Guide. It is worth reading them, as the event has flashing lights, camera flashes and music.
• Contact: a form in the Help Centre (Accessibility category; you can ask for a call back).

How to get there

The organiser's information is on the Getting Here page. Plan your route with the TfL Journey Planner or the TfL Go app.

Stations

Bond Street has step-free access to the Elizabeth line.

• The nearest stations can be closed. According to the FAQ these are Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge and Green Park (the Getting Here page names Marble Arch in this context). They are the closest but very crowded, and at peak times they may be closed or exit-only. The organiser recommends the calmer Victoria, Bond Street and Paddington.
• With a pushchair or wheelchair: Green Park or Bond Street (lifts).
• On 26 December the Elizabeth line does not run. To reach Paddington you can then use National Rail and several Underground lines.
• The TfL Christmas timetable for 2026 has not yet been published (as of the end of October 2026). Check it at tfl.gov.uk before you travel, especially for 24–26 December, 31 December and 1 January.

Gates and areas

Buses, car, bike and taxi

• Buses: many routes run, and the stops are right next to the site. All London buses are wheelchair accessible. Check your route in the TfL Journey Planner or the TfL Go app.
• Car: the organiser advises against it. There is the Q-Park Park Lane car park (W1K 7TY, entrances from Park Lane and by Marble Arch). Don't park in residential streets. Blue Badge holders: parkingforbluebadges.com, tel. 020 8233 5400.
• Bike: there are Santander Cycles docking stations (including Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge, Wellington Arch, Speakers' Corner and Park Lane/Brook Gate). Pay-as-you-go e-bikes must not be left in the park; there is space for them on Marble Arch Island.
• Taxi: the nearest rank is on Park Lane opposite Brook House (busy). Other ranks: Hamilton Place, Piccadilly, Dover Street, Berkeley Street, Oxford Street, Orchard Street and Portman Square. You can't hail a minicab in the street; you have to book through a licensed company.

When it is quietest

The organiser suggests:

• It is calmest in Off-Peak slots: usually Monday to Wednesday during the day and Thursday to Sunday in the morning, before 12:00.
• Late November and early December are usually calmer than the last weeks before Christmas and the festive period.
• Peak means later hours and weekends. Allow extra time for queueing.
• The Red Gate entrance (the family one) is usually calmer than the others.
• Getting there: choose Victoria, Bond Street or Paddington, as the nearest stations may be closed or exit-only.
• What to wear: warm clothes and waterproof shoes. The queue for Father Christmas is outdoors.

Plans may change

Plans may change: check the organiser's website before you travel. This guide collects information from the websites of Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, The Royal Parks and TfL (as of October 2026). Dates, times, prices and ticket availability may change.

The organiser has not announced (as of October 2026):

• the programme for Family Fun Day on 3 January 2027,
• on-the-day entry prices,
• prices of individual rides (there are only passes and top-ups),
• the price of Bar Ice,
• the exact calendar of the Winter Wonderland Parade and the Christmas by Candlelight concerts (selected days).

TfL has not yet published the Christmas timetable for 2026 either.