# Christmas at Kew 2026

> Christmas at Kew 2026 runs 13 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Adults from £29.50, children £20, family ticket £89. Times, booking and what to know, from the official page.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/christmas-light-trails/christmas-at-kew/

CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAILS

13 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027, Kew Gardens, Richmond.

A large-scale illuminated trail through Kew Gardens with light installations, colour tunnels, music, a fairground and a visit from Father Christmas. New this year are two adult-only evenings, on 3 and 9 December.

| Dates | 13 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027 |
| --- | --- |
| Days | Selected dates only; closed on four listed days, including Christmas Day |
| Times | Gardens close at 10pm (9pm on 24 December); timed entry from 4.20pm, last entry 7pm to 8pm depending on the gate |
| Where | Kew Gardens, Richmond TW9 3AE [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.4853,-0.2912) |
| Length | 3km, can take more than two hours with stops |
| Tickets and Price | Adults from £29.50, children £20, family ticket £89. Cheapest (off-peak) standard prices, booking fee included; peak adult is 37 pounds, child 24, family 108; under-4s free but need a ticket |
| Booking | Book ahead: tickets are not sold on the night. [Book on the official site](https://feverup.com/m/563647?thm=9473) |
| Access | Prams and pushchairs are allowed and wheelchairs can be borrowed, but the paths vary in gradient and can be hard going in wet weather. |
| Dogs | No dogs, except assistance dogs |
| Food and Drink | Cafes, restaurants and street food vendors on site, with a fairground and marshmallow toasting; catering is cashless. |
| Organiser | Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [Official page](https://www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/christmas) |
| Hotels | [Hotels near Richmond](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=51.4853&lng=-0.2912&address=Richmond%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-14&checkout=2026-11-15&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_trails_christmas_at_kew_top) [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/) |

Checked against [Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew](https://www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/christmas), 22 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Where Is Christmas at Kew?

**Making a night of it?** [See hotels near Richmond](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=51.4853&lng=-0.2912&address=Richmond%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-14&checkout=2026-11-15&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_trails_christmas_at_kew_link), priced for a night it is on. [affiliate link](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/)

## Christmas Markets Nearby

Make a day of it: the closest Christmas markets with confirmed 2026 dates.

[Duck Pond Festive Market at Chiswick House  Chiswick, Greater London  5 to 24 Dec 2026  Open 5 to 6 Dec and 19 to 24 Dec only  1 mile away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/chiswick/) [Fulham Pier Christmas Market  London, Greater London  21 Nov to 6 Dec 2026  Open 21 to 22 Nov and 5 to 6 Dec only  3 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/fulham-pier/) [Spirit of Christmas Fair  London, Greater London  2 to 8 Nov 2026  4 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/spirit-of-christmas-olympia/) [Sparkle Festive Fair  Teddington, Greater London  20 to 22 Nov 2026  4 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/teddington/)

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