Key Highlights
- Hyde Parkβs Winter Wonderland opens on November 14, 2025.
- The event will run until January 1, 2026, offering over 150 rides and shows.
- New attractions include the Mystical, Mythical Fantasy World and Luminarie Lane.
- Opening hours vary slightly from day to day during the six-week period.
Winter Wonderland Returns with a Festive Twist in 2025
The much-anticipated Hyde Parkβs Winter Wonderland, London’s largest Christmas event, opens its gates on November 14, 2025. The event will span six weeks until January 1, 2026, with the promise of over 150 rides, shows, and festive experiences for visitors to enjoy.
New Attractions to Sparkle and Thrill
Hyde Parkβs Winter Wonderland has unveiled its revamped 2025 map, designed to make exploration easier with clearly defined themed zones. Among the highlights is the expanded Santa Land, featuring London’s largest free Santaβs Grotto and a new Elves Workshop where children can engage in festive crafts.
A brand-new attraction, Luminarie Lane, serves as a glittering gateway to the markets and entertainment areas. For thrill-seekers, the Mystical, Mythical Fantasy World inside the Magical Ice Kingdom is a must-visit. This icy walk-through features 500 tonnes of sculpted ice and snow, guiding visitors through the Four Realms of Earth, Fire, Air, and Water.
Winter Wonderland’s Diverse Offerings
The event also introduces new food and beverage options to cater to diverse tastes. The Jingle Bell Bistro, a world-first street food market designed for kids, will serve mini-sized versions of family favorites. For the adventurous, Le Chalet returns with its innovative “FUNdue” menu, offering tater tots, pigs in blankets, and flat iron steak skewers for dipping.
A buzzing Après-Ski Village is another highlight, featuring bratwurst stands, DJs, and themed bars to create an alpine atmosphere.
Visitors can also enjoy a visit to Bar Ice, where everything from the walls to the glasses is made of ice. Regular favorites like the Giant Wheel, Real Ice Slide, and UK’s largest open-air Ice Rink remain popular.
Special Opening Hours for Enhanced Experience
The event will operate until 10 pm every evening, with some mornings opening later than usual to accommodate different schedules. The varying opening hours are as follows:
- Friday, November 14, 2025: Open from 12 pm
- Monday, November 17, 2025: Open from 12 pm
- Wednesday, November 19, 2025: Open from 2 pm
- Thursday and Friday, November 20-21, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Open from 12 pm
- Thursday and Friday, November 27-28, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Monday to Friday, December 1-2, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Monday to Thursday, December 8-12, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Monday to Thursday, December 15-18, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Friday, December 26, 2025: Open from 11 am
- Monday to Thursday, January 1-4, 2026: Open from 11 am
Tickets are free during off-peak times and cost up to Β£7.50 during peak periods. Entry fees are waived for anyone spending Β£25 or more in advance online.
