What's On at our Palaces in 2023
Enjoy a magical day out this Christmas
Experience the magic of our palaces and gardens this Christmas as festive cheer arrives at Hampton Court Palace, the Tower of London and Kensington Palace.
Explore the palaces as they're transformed for the holidays with Christmas decorations and ornaments.
Pre-book for the festive period now, or become a member to enjoy unlimited adventures all year round.
Included in a palace ticket
- Events
- Christmas
Christmas at the Tower
Celebrate Christmas at the Tower of London with magical coronation-themed displays and festive installations.
- 29 November 2023 - 03 January 2024
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (members go free)
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Shop bespoke handmade gifts in a unique festive setting.
- 08-10 December 2023
- 10:00-18:00
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (members go free)
- Things to see
- Christmas
- Families
Christmas Festivities
Celebrate Christmas at Hampton Court Palace with historical Tudor cookery and music.
- 08-10 December, daily from 16 December - 01 January 2024 (Excluding 24-26 December)
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (members go free)
Pre-book separate tickets
- Families
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace ice rink
Get your skates on and glide around this stunning outdoor ice rink this festive season.
- Daily 17 November 2023 - 07 January 2024 (excluding Christmas Day)
- 10:00-21:00 (20:00 last skate)
- Hampton Court Palace
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
- Families
- Christmas
The Luna Winter Cinema
Experience iconic films from Elf and Home Alone to Love Actually and The Holiday on the big screen at Kensington Palace.
- 11-15 December 2023
- See full schedule for details
- Kensington Palace
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- For members
- Events
Members-Only Christmas Concerts
Join us for a colourful range of Christmas Carols, old and new, performed by the Choir of the Chapel Royal, HM Tower of London.
- 14 and 15 December 2023
- Doors open at 18:30 for 19:00 start
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Christmas Gifts Inspired by Our Palaces
Gift Membership
Turn the past into your present with gift membership.
Shop online
Enjoy some Christmas shopping with our wide range of gifts, homeware and jewellery.