Bark in the Dark 2026
A festive after-dark adventure created for dogs, with Father Christmas, treats, a Christmas toy and admission for two humans.
A Christmas adventure for dogs
Bark in the Dark gives dogs and their humans a festive ROARR! adventure of their own. Meet the Candy Cane Elf, visit Father Christmas together and enjoy dog-friendly festive treats, a Christmas toy to take home and plenty of opportunities for seasonal photos. Each dog ticket includes admission for up to two humans, so the whole pack can enjoy the experience together.
- Dog ticket £22 with up to two humans included
- Evening timed sessions
- Dog-friendly festive treats
- 6 & 13 December 2026
Choose your Christmas adventure
Christmas looks different for every ROARR! visitor. Bring the children, include the dog or plan an adults-only evening. Pick the experience that fits your festive crew and book a timed session before dates fill.
- Magical Father Christmas Experience – children £22, one adult included
- Bark in the Dark – dog £22, two humans included
- Grown-up Grotto – adults £15, selected evenings
FAQs
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Which Christmas events are running at ROARR! in 2026?
ROARR! is running three separately ticketed Christmas experiences in 2026: the Magical Father Christmas Experience for families, Bark in the Dark for dogs and their humans, and the adults-only Grown-up Grotto. Each experience has its own dates, inclusions and ticket options.
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When is the Magical Father Christmas Experience in 2026?
The Magical Father Christmas Experience runs on 4, 5, 11, 12 and 17–23 December 2026. Entry is through timed sessions selected when booking.
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How much is the Magical Father Christmas Experience?
A child ticket costs £22 and includes entry for one accompanying adult. Additional adult tickets cost £10. ROARR! Annual Passholders receive 10% off this experience.
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When is Bark in the Dark in 2026?
Bark in the Dark takes place on 6 and 13 December 2026. Sessions are timed, so choose your preferred available time when booking.
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What is included with Bark in the Dark?
Each dog ticket includes entry for the dog and up to two humans, a meeting with the Candy Cane Elf and Father Christmas, dog treats, a Christmas toy and festive photo opportunities. A dog ticket costs £22 and each additional human costs £10.
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Which animals can attend Bark in the Dark?
Bark in the Dark is for dogs accompanied by responsible humans. Other animals cannot attend the experience.
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When is the Grown-up Grotto in 2026?
The adults-only Grown-up Grotto runs on 5, 12 and 19 December 2026. Sessions take place from 8:05pm to 8:55pm and tickets cost £15 per adult.
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What is included with the Grown-up Grotto?
The experience includes meeting the Candy Cane Elf, decorating and enjoying gingerbread, visiting Father Christmas, exploring the Enchanted Winter Trail, receiving a gift and enjoying a festive cocktail.
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Do the ROARR! Christmas events need to be booked in advance?
Yes. All three Christmas experiences use timed sessions and advance booking is essential. Choose the relevant event page and use its booking button to see live availability and reserve your session.
