The Festival of Light at Longleat 2026

Overview

When: Selected dates, 7 November 2026 - 17 January 2027.

The Festival of Light is Longleat's huge lantern spectacular. The 2026 theme, Legendary Worlds, includes the lost city of Atlantis, a life-sized blue whale overhead, and mighty gods, dragons, giants and magical creatures from famous myths. The Festive Workshop is open 11am-7pm throughout the festival, and a Sensory Day is new this year for visitors who prefer a quieter experience.

Highlights

• 'Legendary Worlds' 2026 theme
• Life-sized blue whale lantern
• Lost city of Atlantis
• New Sensory Day

What to expect

Giant illuminated lanterns themed on myths and legends, including Atlantis and a life-sized blue whale, plus the Festive Workshop.

Who it's for

Families with children who love myths, dragons and big spectacle, and anyone in the South West after a major light event.

Getting there

Longleat is near Warminster in Wiltshire, about 30 minutes from Bath and Frome, with on-site parking.

Planning tips

The festival runs on selected dates only and continues into mid-January — a good option if you want to avoid the pre-Christmas rush.

FAQ

When is the Longleat Festival of Light 2026?

It runs on selected dates from Saturday 7 November 2026 to Sunday 17 January 2027.

What is the Longleat Festival of Light theme for 2026?

The 2026 theme is 'Legendary Worlds', featuring Atlantis, a life-sized blue whale, and gods, dragons and giants made from lanterns.