CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAILS
Christmas at Bute Park: The Spirit of Christmas 2026
19 Nov to 31 Dec 2026, Bute Park, Cardiff.
A mile-long light trail through Bute Park in the centre of Cardiff, completely remapped for 2026 into four themed zones. A Christmas Village with food, drink and fairground rides sits at the start and end.
| Dates | 19 Nov to 31 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Times | Entry from 4.15pm, closing times vary |
| Where | Bute Park, Cardiff CF10 3DX Open in Maps |
| Length | A mile-long trail in four zones: Magic, Wonder, Hope and Joy |
| Tickets and Price | Peak and off-peak ticket tiers only for 2026, plus two neuro-inclusive evenings; prices shown on the booking page, not the page I read |
| Food and Drink | A Christmas Village with seasonal food, drinks and classic fairground rides. |
| Organiser | Christmas at Bute Park. Official page |
| At or Near Here | Cardiff Christmas Market, 12 Nov to 23 Dec 2026; Cardiff Victorian Christmas Market, 12 to 15 Nov 2026 |
| Hotels | Hotels near Cardiff affiliate |
Checked against Christmas at Bute Park, 21 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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