Thorpe Park Events 2026
Upcoming Events in Chertsey & Surrey
Looking for unforgettable things to do in Surrey? Right here in Chertsey, Thorpe Park hosts a packed calendar of events in Surrey throughout the main park season. Planning a weekend trip from Staines, or a full day out with the family, discover what's on in Surrey at the UK's most thrilling theme park. Dates and event details may change each year, so always check the official event page for the latest updates or sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear.
Thorpe Park Lates: Summer Sounds
Thorpe Park Lates: Summer Sounds has now wrapped for the 2026 season, having run across four August dates with live DJ sets at the Launch Pad and rides open until 9pm. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when Summer Sounds returns next year.
Fright Nights®
Missing the madness already? Relive the screams from Europe's award-winning theme park scare event — Fright Nights®. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when Fright Nights® returns in 2027.
Passholder Events
Throughout the year, we host exclusive events for our loyal passholders. From seasonal celebrations to unique experiences, there's always something exciting on the calendar. Check back regularly to see what's coming up!
Seasons at Thorpe Park
Spring: Thrills Come Alive
Prefer an off-peak adventure when looking for events in Surrey? Mix up your weekends by heading to Thorpe Park for a thrilling day out. Thorpe Park is typically quieter during early spring, meaning less queuing and more time to ride.
Summer: Endless Rides & Sun
Sunny spells meet thrilling rides! Heading to Thorpe Park is the perfect way to cool off during the summer months. These are peak times, so the park is busier, but it's the perfect season to enjoy rides and extended opening hours.
Autumn: Screams & Frights
Autumn at Thorpe Park brings thrilling scares. Early autumn is quieter, but come weekends and Halloween events, the park is bustling with excitement and gory twists and turns. Fright Nights® is when Thorpe Park truly comes alive, ideal for scare attractions and seasonal excitement. If you're looking for things to do in Surrey, Fright Nights® brings the season's biggest scares to Thorpe Park.
Winter: Plan Your Next Adventure
To recoup from all that non-stop adrenaline, Thorpe Park closes its doors for the winter, making it the perfect time to plan your next visit ahead of spring. From Annual Passes to gift vouchers, this Surrey attraction is quite the stocking filler.
Upgrade Your Event Experience
Take your celebration at Thorpe Park beyond the ordinary with a range of exclusive add-ons designed to make every moment smoother, more exciting, and truly unforgettable.
Fastrack Passes
Make the most of your day by skipping the queues on some of the park's most popular rides. With Fastrack, you'll spend less time waiting and more time experiencing the thrills together, perfect for groups who want to pack in as much action as possible.
Unlimited Digital Photos
Capture every scream, laugh and unforgettable moment. With unlimited digital photos, your entire group can access all ride pictures in one place, straight to a single smartphone, making it easy to relive the memories and share them instantly.
VIP Experiences
Upgrade your thrilling park experience with our VIP Experiences: Enjoy priority car parking, bottomless Coca-Cola Freestyle refills, fastrack tickets, and so much more!
Hotel & Event Offers
Discover great-value hotel packages tailored for couples and groups. Stay close to the action, enjoy added convenience, and make your experience last longer with a seamless park-and-stay combination. Whether you're planning a birthday, a group outing, or a special occasion, these add-ons ensure your time at Thorpe Park is effortless, exciting and truly one-of-a-kind.
Plan Your Visit From Chertsey, Staines & Beyond
For anyone comparing attractions in Surrey, Thorpe Park sits right here in Chertsey, and it's right on your doorstep. We're based at Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8PN, with Staines-upon-Thames as our nearest train station, roughly 35 minutes by direct train from London Waterloo. If you're looking for things to do in Staines or things to do in Chertsey, Thorpe Park is easy to reach for a spontaneous day out.
Arriving by train? The Thorpe Park Express (950 bus service) runs from Staines station straight to the park entrance every 15–20 minutes, with the journey taking around 15 minutes door to door.
Driving in? Thorpe Park sits just off the M25 at Junction 11 or Junction 13, with clear signposting via the A320 straight to our gates. See full directions and travel information for the latest route guidance. On-site parking is £12 for standard, or £20 for Priority Parking closer to the entrance.
If you're comparing nearby places to go around Staines, Weybridge or Egham, Thorpe Park makes an easy regular trip. Make it official with a Thorpe Park Annual Pass, currently from £64 for up to 189 days of park entry across the year, especially handy with Fright Nights® also included.
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FAQs
On Fright Nights® dates, Thorpe Park is open from 10am to 9pm, with Fright Nights® entertainment beginning from 3pm. Other late-opening events, such as Thorpe Park Lates: Summer Sounds, extend hours during the summer season. Check our full opening times page for exact dates and hours before you visit.
Fright Nights® tickets start from £39 per person when booked online, with tickets including the scare mazes from £71 online. Other events, like Thorpe Park Lates, are included with standard park entry. Visit our day tickets page for live pricing and availability.
Most daytime and seasonal events can suit families, depending on the event. Thorpe Park Lates: Summer Sounds and our Passholder Events are good examples. Fright Nights® scare attractions, on the other hand, are recommended for guests aged 13 and over.
Thorpe Park's events calendar gives you a changing line-up of things to do in Surrey throughout the main park season — from family-friendly Lates through summer to spine-chilling Fright Nights® scares each autumn, there's always something new happening right here in Chertsey.
