Christmas is coming to LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort and you do not want to miss it! If you are looking to make magical memories with your little ones this Christmas, LEGOLAND at Christmas is the perfect place to be. The festive celebrations run on selected dates from 21 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, with brand-new festive shows, LEGO® characters, a giant DUPLO® Christmas tree and more than 20 rides and attractions to enjoy.
Here at AttractionTickets.com, we've wrapped up everything you need to plan your festive family day out, including the event dates, what's on, which rides are open and how to visit Father Christmas in his grotto.
The key details:
- Dates: Selected dates from 21 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, with the park taking a festive break on 24, 25 and 26 December
- Opening hours: 10am to 5pm on event days, with last entry at 4pm
- Included with your ticket: Four festive live shows, Meet LEGO Santa, the Build to Give workshop, Miniland's festive scenes and 20+ rides and attractions
- Father Christmas: A magical grotto visit with a LEGO gift for every child, available as a separate upgrade
- Tickets: Pre-book your LEGOLAND Windsor tickets, and children under 90cm go free
When is LEGOLAND at Christmas 2026?
LEGOLAND at Christmas 2026 runs on selected dates from 21 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. The park opens mostly at weekends in November and early December, then every day in the run-up to Christmas and between Christmas and New Year.
Month | LEGOLAND at Christmas event days |
|---|---|
November 2026 | Saturday 21, Saturday 28, Sunday 29 |
December 2026 | Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Saturday 12 to Monday 14, Thursday 17 to Wednesday 23, Sunday 27 to Thursday 31 |
January 2027 | Friday 1, Saturday 2, Sunday 3 |
The elves put their feet up on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, so the park is closed on 24, 25 and 26 December. On event days, the park opens from 10am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm.
What's on at LEGOLAND at Christmas?
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort offers all kinds of exciting activities to build festive memories brick by brick this Christmas. The resort is decked out with twinkly lights and Christmas decorations, and there's a selection of fun LEGO-themed activities around every corner, all included in your park admission.
Miniland makeover
Explore the wonderland of bricks and spot the festive scenes hidden within Miniland, amongst the famous LEGO landmark models. It's a lovely game of festive hide-and-seek for little eyes, and you'll find something new around every corner!
Our tip: Pop back to Miniland later in the afternoon, when the twinkly lights make the festive scenes sparkle even more.
The giant DUPLO Christmas tree
Snap a couple of festive photos in front of the giant DUPLO Christmas tree to capture memories of the festive celebrations. It's the perfect spot for your first family photo of the day!
Festive live shows
Four festive shows are packed with music, dancing and plenty of Christmas cheer, guaranteed to fill you with that festive feeling:
- Festive Opening Show - Get into the Christmas spirit the moment you arrive, as Elf Frode and the LEGOLAND Brass Band welcome you to the resort.
- Elf Training Academy Show - Elf Frode needs more helpers! Little ones join in this fun, active show to learn how to build, sing and move like a real elf.
- Festival of Flurries Show - Sing and dance along with Snowman in a musical show surrounded by snow and festive cheer.
- Nutcracker's Marching Band - Clap along to the beat as the Nutcracker and the LEGOLAND Brass Band march through the park.
Our tip: Show times vary from day to day, so check the official LEGOLAND Windsor app when you arrive and plan your rides around the shows your little ones are most excited to see.
Meet LEGO Santa
Meet and grab photos with a selection of iconic LEGO characters, including LEGO Santa at his home away from home. Meeting LEGO Santa is included in your park admission!
If your little ones are dreaming of meeting the real Father Christmas, you'll find all the details of his magical grotto below.
Build to Give in The Brick
Head inside The Brick for some fun festivities with a heart-warming twist. At the Build to Give workshop, little elves can build their very own LEGO heart, and for every heart shared, a LEGO set will be donated. It's a wonderful way to spread a little extra Christmas joy!
Rides and attractions
Choose from more than 20 rides and attractions open throughout the festive season, providing fun for the whole family. Find out which rides are open below.
Can you meet Father Christmas at LEGOLAND Windsor?
Yes! Father Christmas is waiting to meet your little ones in his cosy log cabin, tucked away in the resort's dedicated Christmas Kingdom. Families follow a magical path lined with Christmas trees to his door, and every child receives a special LEGO gift to take home.
The Father Christmas Visit is a separate upgrade booked directly with LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, and every guest also needs a valid LEGOLAND Windsor ticket for the same day.
Our tip: Visit slots are limited, so book your Father Christmas Visit as soon as you've chosen your date, especially for weekends in December. Plan your rides around your slot, so there's no need to rush across the park.
Which rides are open at LEGOLAND Windsor at Christmas?
More than 20 rides and attractions are open during LEGOLAND at Christmas 2026, including The Dragon, LEGO NINJAGO The Ride and Flight of the Sky Lion. There's a brilliant mix of cosy indoor adventures and outdoor favourites, so you can keep the fun going all day long.
Indoor rides and attractions:
- LEGO NINJAGO The Ride
- LEGO City Deep Sea Adventure
- Laser Raiders
- Flight of the Sky Lion
- Haunted House Monster Party*
- LEGO Ferrari Build & Race*
Outdoor rides and attractions:
- The Dragon
- DUPLO Dino Coaster
- LEGO City Driving School
- Hill Train
- Dragon's Apprentice*
- L-Drivers*
- Merlin's Challenge*
- Spinning Spider*
- Thunder Blazer*
- Desert Chase*
- Scarab Bouncers*
- Destiny's Bounty*
- Autumn's Riding Adventure*
- DUPLO Valley Airport*
- LEGOLAND Express
*Ride not yet confirmed for 2026. We’ll keep this updated as more information gets released.
A handful of rides, including Minifigure Speedway, Pirate Falls and Fire Academy, take a well-earned winter rest and return when the main 2027 theme park season begins in spring.
Visiting with older children? The Dragon, Flight of the Sky Lion, Laser Raiders and LEGO NINJAGO The Ride are all open, ready for plenty of thrills. The usual height requirements apply to each ride, so check these in the LEGOLAND Windsor app before you go.
Our tip: Some outdoor rides may pause during high winds or stormy weather, and the LEGOLAND Express closes at dusk. Enjoy the outdoor rides in the morning, then head to the indoor favourites as the sun goes down.
What's included with LEGOLAND at Christmas tickets?
All of this will be included in your park admission, so pre-book your LEGOLAND Windsor One Day Ticket with AttractionTickets.com and be all set for the festivities. Pre-booking is the best way to save on the gate price and secure your date!
Your ticket includes the festive shows, Meet LEGO Santa, Build to Give, Miniland's festive scenes and all rides and attractions open on the day. Children under 90cm go free, so the littlest elves can join the fun at no extra cost. The Father Christmas Visit and car parking are booked separately.
Our tip: Want twice the festive fun? The LEGOLAND Windsor Two Day Ticket covers two consecutive days, so pair it with a festive weekend like 12 and 13 December, or pick any two days in a row between 17 and 23 December or 27 December and 3 January. It gives you time to enjoy every show, revisit your favourite rides and soak up Miniland's twinkly lights without rushing.
Top tips for visiting LEGOLAND Windsor at Christmas
- Wrap up warm. Much of the park is outdoors, so bring layers, waterproofs, hats and gloves, plus comfy shoes. The resort is built on a hill, and the Hill Train is a handy way to travel between the top and bottom of the park.
- Make the most of the daylight. The sun sets at around 4pm in December, so enjoy the outdoor rides first, then soak up the twinkly lights and festive decorations as it gets dark.
- Download the LEGOLAND Windsor app. It's the easiest way to check show times, ride availability and park maps on the day.
- Book Father Christmas early. Grotto slots for December weekends are especially popular, so add your Father Christmas Visit as soon as you've chosen your date.
- Pack a few £1 coins. The park is mostly cashless, but the lockers near the entrance and around the park take a £1 coin, perfect for stashing bulky winter coats.
- Warm up with a festive treat. Food stalls, cafés and coffee outlets around the resort serve hot food and drinks, so there's always a hot chocolate close by.
- Plan your accessibility support in advance. Guests using the Ride Access Pass should pre-book a free reservation for every visit through the Merlin Ride Access Pass app, and the LEGOLAND Windsor Accessibility team can help with any questions about the Christmas Kingdom and Father Christmas Visit.
How to get to LEGOLAND Windsor at Christmas from central London
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort sits just outside Windsor, around 40km west of central London, making it an easy festive day trip if you're staying in London. If you've arrived on a direct high-speed train from Amsterdam or Rotterdam, you'll be building festive memories brick by brick in no time!
- By train: Arriving at London St Pancras International? Hop across to London Paddington for trains to Windsor & Eton Central (changing at Slough) in around 35 minutes, or London Waterloo for trains to Windsor & Eton Riverside in around an hour. The 702 and 703 bus services run from stops near both stations direct to the resort.
- By bus: The 702 bus service also runs from London Victoria to the resort, so you can relax and enjoy the views on the way.
- By car: Brought the car over on the North Sea ferry? Parking at the resort is charged separately and is best pre-booked online. Parking is complimentary for on-site hotel guests.
Our tip: It gets dark early in winter, so check your return travel times before you set off.
Making a festive trip of it? Explore our London attraction tickets for even more Christmas days out in the capital.
FAQs
Is meeting Father Christmas included in LEGOLAND at Christmas?
Meeting LEGO Santa is included in your park admission. A visit to the real Father Christmas in his grotto is a separate upgrade, which includes a special LEGO gift, and each guest also needs a valid park ticket for the same day.
Are all rides open at LEGOLAND Windsor at Christmas?
More than 20 rides and attractions are open during LEGOLAND at Christmas 2026, including The Dragon, LEGO NINJAGO The Ride, Flight of the Sky Lion and the DUPLO Dino Coaster. A handful of rides, including Minifigure Speedway and Pirate Falls, take a winter rest and return when the main 2027 season begins.
Is LEGOLAND Windsor Resort good for toddlers at Christmas?
Yes! LEGOLAND at Christmas is perfect for little ones, with sing-along shows, LEGO Santa, the giant DUPLO Christmas tree and toddler-friendly rides like the DUPLO Dino Coaster. Children under 90cm go free, too.
Book your LEGOLAND at Christmas tickets
Build your festive family day out brick by brick with LEGOLAND Windsor tickets from AttractionTickets.com. Choose a One Day Ticket or a Two Day Ticket for even more festive fun, and make sure you grab yours to ensure brick-diculous amounts of fun this Christmas!
