Book Christmas tickets
To visit us this Christmas, you must have a valid Eden admission ticket – such as a General Ticket, Locals’ Pass or Membership. Unless you are a Member, you must pre-book your visit to guarantee entry.
Our Christmas activities run on selected dates between 20 November and 2 January 2027, and need separate tickets*, so just pick the ones you’d like to add to your day.
*Some admission ticket types include access the Christmas Lights.
Christmas Lights Pass
Valid admission ticket also required
Adult: £12.50 / Under-16: Free
As daylight fades, our Biomes transform into a festive dreamscape of light and colour. A Christmas Lights Pass gives you entry to our Biomes between 4pm and 8.30pm, with unlimited visits until 2 January 2027. Simply pre-book each visit to guarantee entry – no separate Christmas Lights time slot is needed.
Some admission tickets include access to the Christmas Lights on your first visit – check if you need a Pass.
Age 16+
£12.50
Under-16
Free
Join Father Christmas and his elves on a wonder-filled theatrical family adventure, with surprises, stories and plenty of festive sparkle. This magical experience lasts around 45 minutes and includes a chance to meet Father Christmas, a special keepsake for every child, and a free spin on our joyful carousel*.
*One free ride per ticket holder. Height restrictions apply, and carousel may close during adverse weather.
Age 1+
£16
Under-1
Free
From date nights to family fun and under-5s ice play, turn every twirl, glide (and wobble) into unforgettable memories.
Sessions last 40 minutes and include ice skate hire. Penguin aids are also available (subject to availability) for an additional £6 during general skate sessions. Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts.
Our ice rink is open between 17 October 2026 and Sunday 21 February 2027.
Adult (16+)
from: £11.50
Child (18+ months)
from: £9.50
Enjoy a luxury three-course Cornish Christmas lunch in the tranquil Mediterranean Biome, served every Thursday from 26 November to 17 December. Stay for the day or add a Christmas Lights Pass to explore the Biomes after dark.
You must pre-book your lunch at least eight days in advance.
Christmas lunch
£46
Whether it’s your office Christmas celebration or a social gathering with family or friends, we offer party nights to remember. Celebrate the festive season with a sparkling welcome drink, delicious three-course dinner, close-up magic and dancing until midnight.
Christmas party package
from: £45
Does my ticket include the Christmas Lights?
Ticket types
You need a Christmas Lights Pass
- Adult (16+): £12.50
- Child (under 16): Free
Enjoy unlimited return visits with your Christmas Lights Pass until 2 January 2027. Make sure you pre-book every visit to Eden to guarantee entry. You do not need to book a separate time slot for the Christmas Lights.
What is a Locals' Pass?
If you live in Cornwall or Devon, a Locals' Pass gives you unlimited visits to Eden for a whole year.
You need a Christmas Lights Pass
- Adult (16+): £11.25 – includes 10% Members' discount
- Adult family guest (16+): £11.25 – includes 10% Members' discount
- Child (under 16): Free
Enjoy unlimited return visits with your Christmas Lights Pass until 2 January 2027. You do not need to pre-book your visits.
What is a Member?
Support Eden Project's charitable work by becoming a Member, and enjoy unlimited free entry for you and a family guest, plus exclusive discounts, offers and events.
Is it your first time using this ticket?
If yes, the Christmas Lights are included in your ticket.
If you've already visited at least once with your ticket, you need to purchase a Christmas Lights Pass:
- Adult (16+): £12.50
- Child (under 16): Free
Then enjoy unlimited return visits with your Christmas Lights Pass until 2 January 2027. Make sure you pre-book every visit to Eden to guarantee entry. You do not need to book a separate time slot for the Christmas Lights.
What is a General Ticket?
General Tickets are purchased through our website or when you arrive and give you unlimited visits for a whole year. You also have this type of ticket if you have purchased a Premium Experience or a General Admission + Zipwire Ticket.
The Christmas Lights are included in your ticket
If you receive Universal Credit, Pension Credit or UK legacy benefits you can purchase discounted admission tickets – find out more.
The Christmas Lights are included in your ticket
For anyone needing assistance, we offer free entry to accompanying carers. When you book your tickets, you will see the option to select a personal assistant.
The Christmas Lights are included in your ticket
You can exchange Tesco Clubcard vouchers for single day entry tickets to the Eden Project – find out more.
Have you bought a general admission ticket through one of these websites?
- Blue Light Card
- Charity Worker Discounts
- Health Service Discounts
- Discounts for Teachers
- Discounts for Carers
...and is it your first time using this ticket?
If yes, the Christmas Lights are included in your ticket.
If you've already visited at least once with your ticket, you need to purchase a Christmas Lights Pass:
- Adult (16+): £12.50
- Child (under 16): Free
Then enjoy unlimited return visits with your Christmas Lights Pass until 2 January 2027. Make sure you pre-book every visit to Eden to guarantee entry. You do not need to book a separate time slot for the Christmas Lights.
The Christmas Lights are included in your ticket
These tickets are only valid for one visit and third party websites include:
- Get Your Guide
- Love to Visit
- 2FOR1 Days Out Guide
The Christmas Lights are included in your ticket
We are part of the RHS Partner Garden Scheme, which means RHS Members can visit the Eden Project at certain times of the year for free. RHS Members cannot visit Eden for free during December.
The Newt Members can visit Eden for free all year round, but must show proof of valid membership.
Useful information
You must pre-book a timed entry slot* on the day of your visit to guarantee entry, and aim to arrive within 30 minutes of that time. You do not need to book a separate time slot for the Christmas Lights. Last entry to the Eden Project is 90 minutes before we close, which is 6.30pm on Christmas Lights evenings. You can check our opening times here.
If you have have a Christmas Lights Pass, or a ticket that includes the Christmas Lights (check if your ticket type includes the Christmas Lights here) you can access the Biomes anytime between 4–8.30pm. If you’ve already arrived earlier in the day, there’s no need to leave and re-enter Eden. Last entry to the Biomes is 8pm on these evenings before they close at 8.30pm. We recommend allowing at least 1.5 hours to explore both Biomes.
If you have booked Father Christmas tickets or ice skating, make sure you book your timed entry slot at least 30 minutes before it starts, to allow time to make your way from the Visitor Centre to the experience.
*If you are an Eden Project Member, you do not need to book timed entry for your visit.
Yes, we have lots of information in our accessibility guide.
Carers can book free timed entry, to the Eden Project which includes entry to the Christmas Lights Experience.
We will be running relaxed sessions for Father Christmas, with fewer people, and more chance to explore at your own pace – designed for those with autism, sensory or communication needs in mind. Find out more.
Manual wheelchair users with a personal assistant are welcome on our ice rink. Pre-booking is essential: call 01726 811972 (Mon–Fri: 9.30am–4.30pm; Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm) or emailing guestservices@edenproject.com.
We have lots of food venues to choose from, which you can find out more about here.
On Christmas Lights evenings, most of our food venues serve until 7pm or 7.15pm, with food available in the Med Biome until 8pm. From freshly prepared family meals to homemade mince pies (or even a mulled tipple!), there’s plenty to enjoy between festive activities.
On Thursdays between 26 November and 17 December 2026, you can enjoy a luxury three-course Christmas dinner in the Mediterranean Biome – this dining experience must be pre-booked.
We cater for vegetarians, vegans, meat-eaters, gluten-free diets, and those with other dietary requirements. Please tell a member of staff if you have particular dietary requirements and they'll do their best to help you.