We welcome all visitors to Hampton Court Palace and aim to make everyone's day out successful and enjoyable. Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of supporting documents (such as an Access Card, Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter). Accessible car parking on-site (10 bays) Trained Assistance dogs welcome Hampton Court Palace is an historic building has many uneven surfaces and staircases. Some areas of the palace have gravel pathing, cobbles and flagstone paths.We recommend that wheelchair users bring their own wheelchairs for comfort. See our Access page for full accessibility information.

Hampton Court Palace Food Festival

Name: Hampton Court Palace Food Festival
Start: 2026-08-29T10:00
End: 2026-08-31T18:00
Location: Hampton Court Palace

Eat, shop and soak up the sun at Henry VIII's home

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When

29 - 31 August 2026

10:00 - 18:00

Ticketing information

Members go free and can book tickets via the Member login.

VIP upgrade on sale soon.

Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)

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The Great Fountain Garden & Food Festival will remain open until 18:00 but the palace will close at 17:30.

Join our annual Hampton Court Palace Food Festival, the best summer bank holiday weekend celebrations for all the family in the beautiful palace gardens.

Delight in discovering over 150 independent food and drink brands and producers. Graze on street food, sample tasty tipples, relax with a refreshing craft beer, and stock up your kitchen with quality small-batch products.

Brand-new for 2026, enjoy fascinating live cooking demonstrations from talented chefs in the Regina Kitchen.

What's more, your ticket will give you access to the historic palace - the famous home of Henry VIII - and stunning gardens. Grab your friends, bring your picnic blanket, and settle in for an unforgettable day out this summer.

Family fun

There's something for everyone, with fun for all the family from face painting, a silent disco, and 'Get Messy' arts and crafts, to traditional fete games to try your hand at.

Get up close and meet some of your favourite characters, including Paddington™ (Saturday 29 August), Peppa Pig (Sunday 30 August) and Hey Duggee (Monday 31 August). On bank holiday Monday, there will be even more for kids to enjoy, including special cooking demonstrations for budding chefs in the Regina Kitchen.

Plus there are 60 acres of gardens, a maze, the Magic Garden adventure playground, and a whole palace to explore. What better place to spend your bank holiday weekend with the whole family?

Great Fountain Garden showing games being played by children as part of Summer Food Festival.

Eating and drinking

Discover a vibrant mix of delicious street food, from fresh savoury dishes and hearty meals to sweet treats. There's something for every palate. Enjoy this unique food experience in the stunning gardens of Hampton Court Palace.

Visitors enjoying food outside a food stand.

A group of visitors (two couples, all wearing sunglasses) laughing and enjoying a drink in a garden with a palace behind them in the background.

Upgrade to a VIP package

Indulge yourself and loved ones with a touch of sparkle to the day with our exclusive VIP package.

The limited VIPs will receive: access to an exclusive VIP tent, complimentary goody bag, soft drinks, complimentary pastries and beer, wines and prosecco.

Benefits

Access to an exclusive VIP lounge
Complimentary goody bag
Tea, coffee and soft drinks
Complimentary breakfast parties
Complimentary beer, wines and prosecco from 12:00 to 17:00.

A Food Festival ticket or Historic Royal Palaces membership is required in addition to the VIP upgrade. Children are welcomed as VIPs on Monday 31 August only.

Tickets on sale soon.

Models enjoying the champagne tent at the Feel Good Festival at Hampton Court Palace.

Music at the Bandstand

Soak up the atmosphere and spirit of summer with some feel-good classics from some of the finest local bands. Pop on your dancing shoes or simply enjoy the perfect soundtrack for your day full of foodie fun.

Back view of two women singers performing to an audience under a marquee.

My favourite memory was at the Food Festival with our children and my best friends. We loved the atmosphere of the event: live music [the] children were dancing with the music, great food and great company… It was a really great day and it’s something we look forward to every year.

Historic Royal Palaces Member

Frequently asked questions

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Getting here

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU. Directions

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Accessibility

We welcome all visitors to Hampton Court Palace and aim to make everyone's day out successful and enjoyable.

Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of supporting documents (such as an Access Card, Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter).
Accessible car parking on-site (10 bays)
Trained Assistance dogs welcome
Hampton Court Palace is an historic building has many uneven surfaces and staircases. Some areas of the palace have gravel pathing, cobbles and flagstone paths.We recommend that wheelchair users bring their own wheelchairs for comfort.

See our Access page for full accessibility information.

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