# Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre 2026

> Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre runs 4 to 13 December 2026 in East Molesey. Open 4 to 6 Dec and 11 to 13 Dec only. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the official tourism board on 11 October 2026.

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East Molesey, Greater London

Runs Friday 4 December to Sunday 13 December 2026

| Dates | Friday 4 December to Sunday 13 December 2026 (6 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | Open 4 to 6 Dec and 11 to 13 Dec only |
| Opening Times | Friday to Sunday: **10am to 5pm** |
| Where | Great Fountain Garden on the east front of Hampton Court Palace KT8 9AU [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.4036,-0.3362) |
| Entry | Ticket needed. Included in palace admission; members free but must pre-book |
| Organiser | Historic Royal Palaces. [Official page](https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/festive-fayre/) |

## Checked Against the Source

These dates and times come from the official tourism board's own page, not from another guide.

- [Visit Richmond (London Borough of Richmond upon Thames)](https://www.visitrichmond.co.uk/events/hampton-court-palace-festive-fayre-p2010701), checked 11 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/festive-fayre/). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre: Quick Answers

### When does Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 4 December 2026.

### When does Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre end?

The last day is Sunday 13 December 2026.

### What time does Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre open and close?

Friday to Sunday 10am to 5pm.

### Is Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre open every day?

No. Open 4 to 6 Dec and 11 to 13 Dec only.

### Is Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre free to enter?

No. Ticket needed. Included in palace admission; members free but must pre-book.

### Where is Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?

Great Fountain Garden on the east front of Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey KT8 9AU.

## About Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

Food and gift fair held over two December weekends in the palace's Great Fountain Garden, with more than 100 independent producers and live music at a bandstand.

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## Where Is Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?

Great Fountain Garden on the east front of Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey KT8 9AU. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Where to Stay Near Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

**Staying the night?** See hotels and rooms near the stalls on a map, priced for Saturday 5 December.

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