Christmas at Marwell Tickets

Choose your Christmas experience

Explore the zoo during the day, experience Fire & Ice after dark, and even meet Santa…

**Member tickets are now on sale. Public tickets go on sale 5pm Wednesday 1 July.**

When can you visit?

Daytime Zoo visits are available every day from 20 November until 31 December 2026 (excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day)

Fire & Ice and Santa are available on peak dates: Friday – Sundays, Thursday 10 Dec & Thursday 17 Dec (Quiet Sessions), and school holidays (Mon 21 – Wed 30 December, excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day)

Psst… Santa always sells out quickly, so book early to avoid disappointment!

Please note Santa is SOLD OUT on Sunday 6 December.

Twixmas Offer

Save 10% when you book your visit between 27 – 31 December.

Zoo and Fire & Ice - most popular

Day at Marwell Zoo and Fire & Ice

10am – 7.30pm

The best of day and night. Explore the zoo before experiencing Fire & Ice after dark, where lights glow, fires blaze and winter stories come to life.

Zoo, Fire & Ice and Santa

Day at Marwell Zoo, Fire & Ice and Santa

10am – 7.30pm

The ultimate Christmas experience at Marwell. Visit the zoo, meet Santa and experience Fire & Ice after dark in one unforgettable festive visit.

Zoo

Day at Marwell Zoo

10am – 4pm

Enjoy a winter day discovering your favourite animals, with selected Fire & Ice themed activities included in your ticket.

Zoo and Santa

Day at Marwell Zoo and Santa

10am – 4pm

Enjoy a festive day at the zoo and meet Santa in his grotto at Marwell Hall.

Fire & Ice

Fire & Ice

4pm – 7.30pm (last entry 6pm)

As darkness falls, Fire & Ice transforms Marwell into an atmospheric festive evening filled with illuminations, interactive play, fire effects and seasonal entertainment.

Fire & Ice and Santa

Fire & Ice and Santa

4pm – 7.30pm (last entry 6pm)

Meet Santa in his grotto and step into Fire & Ice, an immersive festive evening inspired by the wonders of the natural world.