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Hampton Court Palace Festival

An exciting line-up of open air live entertainment in the spectacular Tudor courtyard

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When

Until 20 June 2026 (selected dates)


Ticketing information

Tickets for the Hampton Court Palace Festival can only be purchased via the Festival website.


Separate ticket (palace admission not included)

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In June, the iconic Tudor Palace will open its gates, welcoming festival goers to enjoy the stunning Great Fountain Garden ‘after-hours’ before nightly concerts begin in the intimate, spine-tingling setting of Base Court.

The line-up so far (more to be announced):

10 June - David Gray

Picnic in the palace gardens

Enhance your evening with a relaxed pre-concert picnic in the picturesque Great Fountain Garden. Enjoy a bespoke menu from an incredible selection of street food while soaking up the atmosphere before making your way through the palace to watch your favourite artist perform in Base Court, set against the awe-inspiring Tudor backdrop.

For an extra touch of luxury, fans can pre-book fountain-side pergolas and enjoy a welcome drink while taking in the surroundings.

 

Great Fountain Gardens showing crowds of people at Hampton Court Palace Festival.

Discover our VIP and hospitality experiences

Are you celebrating a special occasion? Thinking of the perfect way to wow your clients or just fancy splashing out? Join us for a night you won't forget with a pre-concert dining experience inside Hampton Court Palace.

Before enjoying an intimate audience with our fabulous artists, you can experience the state apartments of Hampton Court after hours. We will open up the awe-inspiring King's State Apartments, giving you exclusive palace access.

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Great Hall set up for dinner, with people sat at tables at Hampton Court Palace Festival.
Base Court stage showing crowds of people at Hampton Court Palace Festival.

Important information for ticket holders

  • All concerts are seated in Base Court with allocated seats and garden access included.
  • Picnics should be finished by 20:00 to allow time to enter the auditorium. Picnic bags can be left at a designated drop-off point.
  • Guests holding a Champagne and Wine Corkage Pass may enjoy their own wine or champagne in the Great Fountain Garden before the concert. Please note, no other alcohol is permitted.
  • Car parking is available from 17:00 on performance days until one hour after the show. Advance parking passes save over 20% and must be purchased before the day of the concert.
  • Onsite parking is £20 (subject to availability, contactless payment).
  • For drivers using sat nav systems, please enter the postcode KT8 9AU and follow Festival signage.

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