Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2026 opens on Thursday 19 November and runs until Sunday 3 January 2027 in central London. This year's edition packs in more than 150 rides and attractions, with new additions including Christmas by Candlelight concerts, a Neverland-themed Magical Ice Kingdom, Gandey's K-Pop Dragon Circus and a VIP tour. Off-peak entry costs just £1 from Monday to Thursday throughout November.

When is Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2026?

Gates open on 19 November 2026 and the season closes on 3 January 2027. The site opens daily from 10am to 10pm, except on Christmas Day when it is closed. Between 28 December and 1 January, opening time shifts to 11am.

What's new at Winter Wonderland this year?

Christmas by Candlelight concerts

For the first time, Winter Wonderland is staging six Christmas by Candlelight concerts between 5 and 23 December. A West End cast and live band lead a sing-along of festive standards, including White Christmas, O Holy Night and, inevitably, Winter Wonderland, inside a candlelit arena. Tickets are already on sale.

The Magical Ice Kingdom presents Neverland

The walk-through ice sculpture attraction goes full Peter Pan this year. Visitors board the Jolly Roger and head into a frozen Neverland carved from more than 500 tonnes of ice and snow, with Peter, Wendy and Captain Hook all making appearances. It's run in partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity as a tribute to J.M. Barrie, and a donation from every ticket goes to the charity.

Gandey's K-Pop Dragon Circus

Yes, really. Gandey's World Class Productions brings its K-Pop Dragon Circus to London for the first time, exclusively at Winter Wonderland. Expect acrobatics, comedy and a pumping K-Pop soundtrack wrapped around the story of a young dragon. It's pitched at families, but devoted K-Pop fans will find plenty to scream about.

VIP Tour Experience

New for 2026, the 80-minute VIP tour takes small groups round with a guide. It includes fast-track entry, a guided walk through the Neverland ice kingdom, queue-jump access to three rides, a fairground game face-off, cloakroom access and £30 of ride and game credit to spend afterwards.

Le Chalet & Fire Pit

The other newcomer is a cosy alpine-style bar and stage under a giant illuminated Christmas tree, presented by Pepsi Max. It's the obvious spot to thaw out between rides.

What else is on at Winter Wonderland?

The returning favourites are all here:

  • The 70-metre Giant Wheel for skyline views over London
  • The Ice Rink around Hyde Park's Victorian bandstand, billed as the UK's largest open-air rink
  • Munich Looping, the five-loop rollercoaster, plus The XXL and the Real Ice Slide for thrill-seekers
  • Bar Ice, a sub-zero cocktail bar
  • The Bavarian Village with live music, DJs, singalongs and German food and drink
  • Santa Land, home to London's largest free Santa's Grotto, elf workshops and kids' rides
  • The Christmas Market for handmade gifts and seasonal treats

How much are Winter Wonderland 2026 tickets?

Everyone needs a timed entry ticket, whatever their age. Off-peak entry is £1 on Mondays to Thursdays in November, and standard entry starts from £5.50, with peak evening and weekend slots costing more. Booking early online saves up to 25% on advance prices, and Klarna is available on orders over £50.

There are also eight advance packages. The Arctic Adventure bundles the Ice Rink, the Magical Ice Kingdom and the Real Ice Slide with £20 of credit. The Showtown Spectacular gets you 10% off the K-Pop Dragon Circus, a free fast-track upgrade on the Giant Wheel and £20 of credit.

Key details

  • Dates: 19 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 (closed Christmas Day)
  • Location: Hyde Park, London
  • Opening hours: 10am to 10pm daily; from 11am 28 December to 1 January
  • Entry: £1 off-peak (Mon to Thu in November), standard from £5.50
  • New for 2026: Christmas by Candlelight, Neverland Magical Ice Kingdom, Gandey's K-Pop Dragon Circus, VIP Tour, Le Chalet & Fire Pit

With a week to go until opening, the cheap November weekday slots are the smart buy for anyone who hates crowds. Book entry and packages at hydeparkwinterwonderland.com.