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Blenheim's flagship Christmas event returns from 13 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, this year themed around Cinderella. The illuminated trail runs after dark through the Formal Gardens and around the palace, past glistening treetops, shimmering waterfalls and story-book set pieces designed by a BAFTA-winning team; state rooms inside the palace are transformed into scenes from the fairy tale.
Alongside the trail, a Christmas market fills the Great Court from 13 November until 20 December — 100+ artisan and independent stalls, food and drink under the arcade lights, ice-rink appearances and Father Christmas grottoes on weekend days.
Timed entry tickets required (advance booking only) — the trail sells out quickly for December weekends. Quiet-access sessions run on 8 December (evening) and 28 December (afternoon).