How to get Alton Towers Christmas tickets for 2025 festive celebrations
Planning a festive family weekend away? Here's how you can enjoy some Christmassy fun at Alton Towers.
Visiting the iconic Alton Towers theme park is always a good idea, but even more so at Christmas.
When the festive season rolls around, the park is transformed. Alton Towers as we know it heads into winter hibernation, and instead you'll find festive shows, activities and family breaks, as well as the chance to meet Santa Claus himself.
Plus, the entire theme park is decked out in sparkly Christmas decorations. What better way to get you in the mood for the most wonderful time of the year?
Sound intriguing? We're here to help you find out more about how to celebrate Christmas at Alton Towers this year.
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- What happens at Alton Towers Christmas?
- When is Alton Towers Christmas 2025?
- What rides are open at Alton Towers Christmas?
- How to book a Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers
- How to book a festive family break at Alton Towers
What happens at Alton Towers Christmas?
In November this year, Alton Towers will begin its transformation from adrenaline-filled theme park to winter wonderland.
CBeebies land is the hub of this festive paradise, with Tower Street all dolled up in Christmas decorations. Here you can meet some of your favourite characters, including Bluey, and experience live shows like Hey Duggee Live: The Christmas Badge! and The Sprout that Saved Christmas!
As you wander through Alton Towers, you'll encounter plenty of Christmas characters, as well as interactive games to play with fellow guests.
Of course, no Christmas is complete without a visit to Santa's Grotto, and luckily Alton Towers has that all set up for you. On Mistletoe Lane, you can meet Santa and take a picture with him.
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When is Alton Towers Christmas 2025?
Each year, Alton Towers is officially open from March until November. However, during the festive period, Alton Towers is open on select dates to celebrate Christmas.
This years dates are as follows:
- 28th - 30th Nov
- 5th - 7th Dec
- 12th - 23rd Dec
- 26th Dec - 4th Jan
It's worth noting that the Alton Towers waterpark is open all year round, but this doesn't include all of the rides.
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What rides are open at Alton Towers Christmas?
It's not just the festive celebrations on offer at Alton Towers during the Christmas period. Here's a list of the rides you can expect to be open in CBeebies Land:
- Bugbie Go Round
- In The Night Garden Magical Boat Ride
- Justin's Pie-O-Matic Factory
- Peter Rabbit Hippity Hop
- Postman Pat Parcel Post
- Heave Ho
- Marauder’s Mayhem
- Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure
- Go Jetters Vroomster Zoom Ride
- Something Special Sensory Garden
- Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE
- Big Fun Showtime
- Furchester Hotel Live
- Andy’s Adventures Dinosaur Dig
- JoJo and Gran Gran: At Home
- Hey Duggee Big Adventure Badge.
Please not that the bigger rides, such as The Smiler, Wicker Man and Oblivion, tend to close down over the winter period.
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How to book a Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers
If you want to take your Christmas experience at Alton Towers to a whole new level, booking a Santa Sleepover is just the way to do it.
What can you expect from a Santa Sleepover? Head to the park on check-in day and enjoy one-day entry to Alton Towers theme park, a visit to Santa's Grotto, tickets to the Christmas festive shows, and a delicious meal and overnight stay in one of Alton Towers's themed hotels.
On check-out day, you'll enjoy a buffet breakfast, get access to the Alton Towers waterpark, and try out the nine holes of crazy golf.
Prices for Santa Sleepovers are £91 per person.
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How to book a festive family break at Alton Towers
You can also combine festive fun with an overnight stay thanks to Alton Towers's festive family breaks.
These breaks include entry to the theme park, a Christmassy evening meal, pantomime tickets and an overnight stay in one of the on-site themed hotels.
The next day, you'll head to a breakfast buffet, the Alton Towers waterpark and mini golf. Festive family breaks start from £91 and they book up quickly, so we'd suggest getting yours booked while you still can.
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