Name: The Big Bahooey
Start: 2026-05-23T10:00
End: 2026-05-25T18:00
Location: Hampton Court Palace

A day of serious nonsense

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When

23 - 25 May 2026

Open in line with palace hours.

Ticketing information

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

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Are you looking for an unmissable family day out jam-packed with lively events, fun workshops, spectacular entertainment and oodles of silliness?

You'll get it all at The Big Bahooey this May Bank Holiday Weekend at Hampton Court Palace.

What to do-ey at The Big Bahooey

Back by popular demand, this year discover an all-new selection of even sillier, even more jaw-dropping acts.

Gaze in awe at our amazing aerial cabaret. Be wowed by world-class street theatre. Learn from the professionals in our circus workshops, and dance yourself silly down at the stage. Then come and meet the cool creatures wandering Hampton Court Palace Gardens.

Don't forget to bring your waterproofs - a little rain won't stop play.

The Big Bahooey is in collaboration with Cirque Bijou.

Need to catch your breath during the day?

No problem.

Your ticket gives you free access to the entire 60-acre palace and gardens.

Have a nosey around Henry VIII's famous home, take a spellbinding trip to the Magic Garden, trek the twisty-turny pathways of the Maze, or flop yourself down on the grass with a home-made family picnic or a tasty treat from our street food vendors.

Hang on, what does 'Bahooey' mean?

Bahooey means 'utter silliness' and 'nonsense', making it the perfect name for our fun-filled family day out, don't you think?

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A girl hula hoops at The Big Bahooey event at Hampton Court Palace.

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