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Opening hours at Thorpe Park Resort in 2026

Thorpe Park

Thorpe Park Resort operates seasonally, with standard opening hours typically running from 10 am to 5 pm or 6 pm. On selected dates, including 23–25 May, the park also offers extended opening hours until 9 pm.

Jun 9 TO Jun 15 Timings

Days (Jun 9 TO Jun 15)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–17:0016:00
Tuesday10:00–17:0016:00
Wednesday (Today)10:00–17:0016:00
Thursday10:00–17:0016:00
Friday10:00–17:0016:00
Saturday10:00–18:0017:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Jun 16 TO Jun 22 Timings

Days (Jun 16 TO Jun 22)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–17:0016:00
Tuesday10:00–17:0016:00
Wednesday10:00–17:0016:00
Thursday10:00–17:0016:00
Friday10:00–17:0016:00
Saturday10:00–19:0018:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Jun 23 TO Jun 30 Timings

Days (Jun 23 TO Jun 30)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–18:0017:00
Tuesday10:00–18:0017:00
Wednesday10:00–18:0017:00
Thursday10:00–18:0017:00
Friday10:00–18:0017:00
Saturday10:00–19:0018:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Jul 1 TO Jul 20 Timings

Days (Jul 1 TO Jul 20)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–18:0017:00
Tuesday10:00–18:0017:00
Wednesday10:00–18:0017:00
Thursday10:00–18:0017:00
Friday10:00–18:0017:00
Saturday10:00–19:0018:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Jul 21 TO Jul 27 Timings

Days (Jul 21 TO Jul 27)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–18:0017:00
Tuesday10:00–18:0017:00
Wednesday10:00–18:0017:00
Thursday10:00–18:0017:00
Friday10:00–18:0017:00
Saturday10:00–19:0018:00
Sunday10:00–19:0018:00

Jul 28 TO Aug 31 Timings

Days (Jul 28 TO Aug 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–19:0018:00
Tuesday10:00–19:0018:00
Wednesday10:00–19:0018:00
Thursday10:00–19:0018:00
Friday10:00–19:0018:00
Saturday10:00–19:0018:00
Sunday10:00–19:0018:00

Sep 1 TO Sep 7 Timings

Days (Sep 1 TO Sep 7)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–18:0017:00
Tuesday10:00–18:0017:00
Wednesday10:00–18:0017:00
Thursday10:00–18:0017:00
Friday10:00–18:0017:00
Saturday10:00–18:0017:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Sep 8 TO Sep 30 Timings

Days (Sep 8 TO Sep 30)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–17:0016:00
Tuesday10:00–17:0016:00
Wednesday10:00–17:0016:00
Thursday10:00–17:0016:00
Friday10:00–17:0016:00
Saturday10:00–18:0017:00
Sunday10:00–18:0017:00

Oct 2 TO Oct 2 Timings

Days (Oct 2 TO Oct 2)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–21:0020:00
Tuesday10:00–21:0020:00
Wednesday10:00–21:0020:00
Thursday10:00–17:0016:00
Friday10:00–21:0020:00
Saturday10:00–21:0020:00
Sunday10:00–21:0020:00

Oct 3 TO Nov 2 Timings

Days (Oct 3 TO Nov 2)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–21:0020:00
Tuesday10:00–21:0020:00
Wednesday10:00–21:0020:00
Thursday10:00–21:0020:00
Friday10:00–21:0020:00
Saturday10:00–21:0020:00
Sunday10:00–21:0020:00
  • Opening hours may vary by season and on special event days.
  • Last entry: Last admission is usually 1 hour before closing time.
  • Closures: The park is closed during the winter months. 
  • Special hours: Special events like Fright Nights may feature extended hours. Always check the official website for seasonal adjustments, holiday hours, and event-specific timings before your visit.
  • Check the official Thorpe Park opening calendar here.

Best time to visit the Thorpe Park

Weekday vs Weekend

  • Best days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays see the shortest queues due to lower day-trip traffic. 
  • Days to avoid: Saturdays and school holidays are the busiest.
  • Best time of day: Rope drop and the final two hours before Thorpe Park's closing time.
  • Halloween: Fright Nights evenings attract larger crowds but are worth it thanks to extended hours, scare mazes, and seasonal entertainment not available at other times of year.
  • Pro tip: Start with headline coasters early, as queues build quickly after 11 am. On Fright Nights dates, focus on major coasters early in the day and save scare attractions for evening slots.

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Pleasant
Crowded
Very Crowded
Closed

Peak season vs low season

  • Peak season (June–August, late October): Warm weather and full ride availability make this the busiest period. Expect long queues from late morning, especially between 11am and 4pm. Arrive 60–90 minutes before opening, even with pre-booked tickets. Fright Nights in late September and October cause sharp evening crowd spikes.
  • Low season (March–May, September): Cooler temperatures and fewer school holidays mean lighter crowds. Arriving 20–30 minutes before opening is usually sufficient. Queue times increase during bank holidays and Fright Nights, even in otherwise quieter weeks.

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Off Season
Moderate Season
Peak Season

Thorpe Park Fright Nights opening times

  • Thorpe Park Fright Night opening times differ from standard Thorpe Park hours. 
  • On event dates, the park opens earlier in the day and remains open late into the evening, with scare mazes and themed attractions starting in the afternoon. 
  • Expect peak crowds after 4pm, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. 
  • Booking early entry or arriving at opening is strongly recommended.
  • The event for 2026 has come to a conclusion.

Special events and impact on entry

EventDayTimeImpact

Fright Nights

Selected Fri–Sun

Afternoon to late evening

Highest crowds, long ride and maze queues

School holidays

Daily (varies)

All day

Sustained high attendance

How long should I spend at Thorpe Park Resort?

In 4 hours

Four hours covers the Big 6 coasters on a quieter day: Hyperia, Nemesis Inferno, SAW – The Ride, Stealth, The Swarm and Colossus. Arrive for 10am and ride Hyperia first, as its queue builds later. Expect to skip most flat rides and water slides.

In 6 hours

Six hours lets you ride the Big 6, then add Ghost Train, The Walking Dead: The Ride and a water ride such as Storm Surge or Tidal Wave. Plan lunch before noon or after 2pm to avoid food queues, and expect 30-plus minute queues at Hyperia and Storm Surge.

Over 2 days

Two days lets you ride everything at a relaxed pace, re-ride favourites and use early or late-evening slots when queues drop. Thorpe Park 2-day packages include two-day entry and other perks, a convenient way to split the park across both days.

Frequently asked questions about Thorpe Park opening hours

Thorpe Park opening hours typically begin mid-morning, but exact opening times vary by date and season. Always check the official Thorpe Park schedule before visiting.