2026 Event: Christmas Wonderland & Twixmas
- Thread starter Elise
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I have noticed an update to the Christmas event page, which suggests maybe a return of Magical Christmas?
It suggests Thomas land, zoo, Santa, panto and lake show (source: https://www.draytonmanor.co.uk/events/christmas)
The Twismas event is not changed, but the photo for the Christmas event looks like Aladdin as the panto?
It suggests Thomas land, zoo, Santa, panto and lake show (source: https://www.draytonmanor.co.uk/events/christmas)
The Twismas event is not changed, but the photo for the Christmas event looks like Aladdin as the panto?
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Do we think any major ride will be open during this event, I don't think having them all open helped this season, but having 1 or 2 might be more manageable
Personal view is that I hope they don't what they did last year, significant up charges and revert to the original idea of a Thomsland plus type events, I'm thinking perhaps Frontier Falls, Bounty, jolly boats, dodgems and carasol. It would create a logical area whilst allowing for say Vikings and Adventure Cove maintenance. I think it depends on how long they need for maintenance as I don't think they could take the risks that has caused so many problems this year.
also has the wave by santas arm...
Now confirmed (Source: https://www.draytonmanor.co.uk/events/christmas) Magical Christmas is back.
Magical christmas - Thomasland plus Bounty, Jolly Buccaneer and Carousel.
Step into a world of festive family fun this Christmas at Drayton Manor! Create unforgettable family memories with a magical visit to the Enchanted Christmas Grotto, or enjoy a calmer, more relaxed festive experience at our dedicated SEND Christmas Grotto.
From the excitement of Thomas Land rides and festive entertainment to the laughter of our Aladdin Pantomime, there’s something magical waiting around every corner. Enjoy Christmas shows, seasonal surprises, and plenty of festive fun as Drayton Manor comes alive this Christmas!
Whether you’re meeting Father Christmas, enjoying the rides, or soaking up the Christmas atmosphere, Magical Christmas at Drayton Manor is the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Magical christmas - Thomasland plus Bounty, Jolly Buccaneer and Carousel.
Step into a world of festive family fun this Christmas at Drayton Manor! Create unforgettable family memories with a magical visit to the Enchanted Christmas Grotto, or enjoy a calmer, more relaxed festive experience at our dedicated SEND Christmas Grotto.
From the excitement of Thomas Land rides and festive entertainment to the laughter of our Aladdin Pantomime, there’s something magical waiting around every corner. Enjoy Christmas shows, seasonal surprises, and plenty of festive fun as Drayton Manor comes alive this Christmas!
Whether you’re meeting Father Christmas, enjoying the rides, or soaking up the Christmas atmosphere, Magical Christmas at Drayton Manor is the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Marketing outside the castlehard pass from me.
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If it is true its just the same ride lineup before gold rush came for christmas
That's what makes me think they might have Accelerator open - it has previously been open during Christmas without any operational issues the following season (which is the reason why none of the other bigger rides are opening)
I can understand why they not repeating the same level of ride line up for this year as it’s been a disaster for the main season and having Air Race out for the whole of it. They also cut back all the live entertainment to the same old Thomas land show and a new Rory and Lory Christmas show.
Just to follow up - Accelerator is now listed as open for Magical Christmas on the website