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Christmas at Kew Gardens

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Experience a world of winter magic in Kew Gardens as our acclaimed light trail, Christmas at Kew, returns this festive season. 

Christmas at Kew is an unmissable opportunity to herald the start of the festive season or welcome in the New Year with family and friends. The new 2025 trail promises to be as magical as ever.  

Don’t miss spectacular new creations from world-wide artists presented uniquely for the first time in the UK. These larger-than-life illuminations are always unforgettable and to make it even more memorable, glimpse Father Christmas along the way.  

Enjoy delicious street food with festive delights ranging from hot dishes and sweet treats to spiced winter warmers and hot chocolate along the trail and in the food court by the Temperate House. The Pavilion Bar & Grill will also be open for walk-ins, offering a special festive menu. 

Enjoy a holly, jolly Christmas at Kew under the stars! 

 

Important information

  • There’s limited capacity with timed entry to Christmas at Kew so plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.
  • The Gardens close at 10pm.
  • Last entry between 7-8pm depending on entry gate. Last entry on Christmas Eve is up to an hour earlier.
  • For entry times, ticket information, contact details and more, here is everything you need to know for Christmas at Kew.
  • Quiet Access sessions are available on the following dates: 29 November, 2, 17 and 27 December. These sessions are suitable for visitors with hidden disabilities, such as autism, to make for a more comfortable visit whilst still benefiting from the sensory elements of Christmas at Kew. We ask that other visitors respect the quiet sessions and do not book during these limited time slots. Quiet Access Sessions available from Friday 17 January. 
  • Bicycles, tricycles, roller skates, skateboards, micro-scooters, balance bikes and other vehicles (except powered wheelchairs) aren't permitted at this event and must be left at the gates.
  • Kew is a charity and buying a ticket for Christmas at Kew helps support our vital work in conservation and biodiversity around the world. We work hard each year to deliver a more sustainable light trail. Learn about our Christmas at Kew sustainability strategy.

Guide Prices

Off-Peak and Peak tickets vary.
See website for more details.

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Map & Directions

Christmas at Kew Gardens

Type:Christmas Event

Kew Gardens, Kew, London, TW9 3AB

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year
Season (14 Nov 2025 - 4 Jan 2026)

* See website for more details.

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