What's on at Hamleys
Come along to The Finest Toy Shop in the World to experience fun, magic and theatre like never before.


What's on at Hamleys
Come along to The Finest Toy Shop in the World to experience fun, magic and theatre like never before.
Cookie and Cupcake Decorating with Annabel Karmel!
Come and decorate your very own cookie or cupcake with Annabel Karmel at Hamleys!
Chocolate, sprinkles, icing, hundreds and thousands… what are you waiting for?! YUM! So come and visit us at Hamleys and make your cakey creations!
Don’t forget to pose for the camera with Annabel Karmel! Say cheese…cake! Share your photos with us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon #Hamleys #Fun #Magic #Theatre
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location: Regent Street, 5th floor
Regent Street Time & Date:
Sunday 3rd April 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Royal Opening Ceremony
Ding! Dong! Ding! Dong! It’s time to ring The Royal Bell and open The Finest Toy Shop in the World!
Hamley Bear and Ring Master need the help of one lucky child to countdown from 10 to 1, ring The Royal Bell and pull open the grand doors of Hamleys! Could it be your lucky morning? There’s only one way to find out!
So, head down to Hamleys, Regent Street for some Jubilee celebrations with Hamleys Bear!
Don’t forget to get to take some pictures with your cuddly friend, Hamley, during The Royal Opening Ceremony, and share them on on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, Front of Store
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Mondays – Saturdays at 10.00am
Sundays at 12.00pm


The Royal Quest
Flat caps on, magnifying glass at the ready… we’ve got a mystery to solve…
DUN…DUN…DUNNNNN… someone has stolen The Queens Crown Jewels… Do you have what it takes to find them for her? The robber has left a few clues behind… can you work them all out and find the precious Crown Jewels to safely return them to the Queen? She may even have a reward for you…
Quick… every minute counts! Don’t forget to take a photo of the crown when you have found it and share it on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, 5th Floor
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Mondays – Saturdays at 11.00am and 5.00pm
Sundays at 1.00pm


Meet Paddington Bear!
Our local hero, Paddington Bear, is prancing into Regent Street this Jubilee weekend, and he wants to meet you!
He’s dressed in his finest duffel coat and floppy hat, and of course he has… a jar of marmalade in his briefcase… everyone knows it’s his favourite… So come and say hello! Don’t forget to bring a little spoon along, he may let you test his tastiest marmalade!
Remember to strike a post, wear your smile, and take some photos with the lovable Paddington! Share them on on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street
Date & Time:
Friday 3rd June at 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm


The Hamleys Tea Party!
Sip Sip Hooray! It’s time to par-tea!
Rag Doll and Ring Master want to invite you to their very special Jubilee Tea Party! So, get ready to nibble on delicious treats, and lots of sweets. All your dolls are invited, teddy bears too! So come and play with us – bring the whole crew!
We can’t wait to see you! Don’t forget to take a few quali-tea photos and tag us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, 3rd Floor Fete
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Everyday at 1.30pm and 4.30pm


Oink! Meet Peppa Pig! Oink!
Oink! Oink! It’s Peppa Pig!
Peppa has dressed in her favourite Union Jack bow, jumped her way through some muddy puddles and landed in Hamleys! Oink! She can’t wait to meet you and have lots of fun, snorts, and giggles!
So come and visit us at Hamleys, strike a pose and snap some photos with everyone’s favourite piggy! She’d love to see all your selfies, so don’t forget to share them on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street and Lakeside
Date & Time:
Regent Street: Sunday 29th May at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm
Lakeside: Sunday 5th June at 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm and 2.00pm


Garden Party Games!
Nothing says British Summer like a few games in the garden!
The Hamleys Garden Party is in full swing, and you are all invited! We’re going to be playing all sorts of games, dancing all sorts of dances, and having all sorts of FUN! Come and visit the Hamleys Garden for a day FULL of joy!
Don’t forget to bring your SMILE and strike a pose for the camera! Share your best shots with us on on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, 3rd Floor Fete
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
All day. Everyday


Poké-hunt!
Uh Oh! Pikachu and his friends have got lost in Hamleys!
We need your help trying to find them so they can return to the Pokémon Universe! Keep your eyes peeled – they might be hiding in corners, hanging from trees, or climbing the walls! Let us know if you manage to find them all! You might even be in with a chance of winning a reward…
So come and help us look for Pikachu and his friends, don’t forget to snap your photos as you go along, and share them on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, Lakeside, Glasgow, and Edinburgh
Date & Time:
Thursday 2nd – Sunday 5th June all day!
Meet Pikachu in Regent Street on Sunday 5th June at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm and 5.00pm!


The Royal Scavenger Hunt!
The Queen is getting ready for her Platinum Jubilee Celebrations!
But… uh oh! She can’t find her crown… and where have her beloved Corgis gone? What else does she need for her celebrations? Can you help her find everything she needs before the big day? Come and visit us at Hamleys to see if you can find everything she needs in store! There may even be a prize for you if you can help her!
Don’t forget to take some photos as you go around and share them to Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June, all day, every day!
Glasgow, Lakeside, Meadowhall, Union Square, Bluewater, Stansted, Manchester Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow T2, Luton, Cheshire Oaks, and Oxford: *unless otherwise stated*
Please see table for timings :
STORE | Times |
EDINBURGH |
All day during the weekend, and Mondays between 12.00pm – 3.00pm |
LONDON BRIDGE |
Fridays – Saturdays between 12.00pm – 5.00pm |
SWINDON |
All day during the weekends! |
WESTFIELD |
Weekends between 12.00pm – 3.00pm |


Meet the Playmobil Police Officer!
NEE-NAW! NEE-NAW! IT’S THE SOUND OF THE POLICE!
Come and visit Hamleys on your best behaviour this Jubilee Weekend, where the Playmobil Police Officer will be waiting to greet you!
This Police Officer has just finished am important police operation and the bad guy is behind bars, he and wants to tell you all about it. He’ll be coming in straight from headquarters so be ready to greet him with an ‘Evening Officer’
Don’t forget to post your photos with the Playmobil Police Officer and tag us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, London Bridge and Kings Cross
Date & Time:
Regent Street: Friday 3rd June at 10.00am 12.00pm and 2.00pm
Kings Cross: Saturday 4th June at 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.00pm
London Bridge: Sunday 5th June at 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.00pm


Frozen Coronation Ceremony
Hear ye! Hear ye! Your Royal Coronation Day has arrived!
It’s time to be crowned King or Queen of the Hamleys castle. Gladys and Buttons will be on hand to show you the ropes and help you watch over your magnificent empire!
So, do you think it’s you time to be crowned as Royalty? Visit Hamleys for the Royal treatment! Remember to share your crowning glory moment with us at Hamleys on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, 2nd Floor Frozen Castle
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Mondays – Saturdays at 1.00pm and 3.30pm
Sundays at 3.30pm


Toy Soldier Dance
Boots on the ground! It’s time to shake it around!
Our Toy Soldiers have been practicing their marching and it’s taken a funky turn! Join us every day during our Jubilee celebrations to witness the most groovi-licious Toy Soldier Dance you ever did see! 5…6…7…8…
So come and shake it off, bust some moves and reel the rhythm! Don’t forget to pose for a few shots with the playful Toy Soldiers and post your photos to Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, Front of Store
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Everyday 5.30pm


The Royal Puppet Show Party!!
Roll up! Roll up! The Famous Hamleys Puppet Theatre is about to open its curtains once again!
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is here, and Rag Doll is planning her Royal Party! She’s struggling to think of any ideas for party games though! Maybe they could play pass the parcel? Or maybe musical chairs? Hmmm… she just can’t decide! She’s going to need your help! Better start thinking of your favourite party games! Come and visit Rag Doll at Hamleys to give her some ideas!
Remember to post your Royal outing on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, Ground Floor
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Monday – Saturday at 11.30am and 4.30pm
Sunday at 4.30pm


Meet Hamley Bear!
The lovable Hamley Bear is HERE!
Come and say a big ‘HELLO!’ to everyone’s favourite, cuddliest, friendlies, most loveable and most huggable bear! Come and visit us at The Finest toy Shop in the World and dance along to your favourite songs and pose for a bearific selfie with the fuzzy Hamley Bear!
Hamley loves to see all your selfies, so make sure you share them on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, Front of Store
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Mondays – Saturdays at 12.00pm and 2.00pm
Sundays at 1.00pm and 2.30pm
Friday 11th – Sunday 20th March *unless otherwise stated*
Please see table for timings :
STORE | Times |
EDINBURGH |
All day during the weekend, and Mondays between 12.00pm – 3.00pm |
LONDON BRIDGE |
Fridays – Saturdays between 12.00pm – 5.00pm |
SWINDON |
All day during the weekends! |
WESTFIELD |
Weekends between 12.00pm – 3.00pm |


Toy Soldier Royal Parade!
Left… right…left…right…
The Hamleys Toy Soldiers are falling in line, ready to show off their Royal Parade! They’ve been practicing since the Diamond Jubilee, so can’t wait to show you their fresh moves!
This is a Toy Soldier Royal Parade like no other, so make sure you don’t miss out! So come and fall in line, and don’t forget to post your photos with the Hamleys Toy Soldiers on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location : Regent Street, All Floors
Date & Time:
Friday 27th May – Sunday 12th June
Every day at 4.00pm


Hop to the beat!
One hop this time… Cha cha real smooth!
Join in the fun with Rag Doll, Ring Master, Toy Soldier, Racer and all their friends this Easter for the dance party of the year! Come and boogy along to cha cha side, put your left leg in to the Hokey Cokey and show us your best moves to all your favourite songs!
Show us all your best dance moves on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Time & Date: Sunday 3rd - Sunday 24th April 5.30pm


Cookie and Cupcake Decorating with Annabel Karmel!
Come and decorate your very own cookie or cupcake with Annabel Karmel at Hamleys!
Chocolate, sprinkles, icing, hundreds and thousands… what are you waiting for?! YUM! So come and visit us at Hamleys and make your cakey creations!
Don’t forget to pose for the camera with Annabel Karmel! Say cheese…cake! Share your photos with us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon #Hamleys #Fun #Magic #Theatre
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location: Regent Street, 5th floor
Regent Street Time & Date:
Sunday 3rd April 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Cookie and Cupcake Decorating with Annabel Karmel!
Come and decorate your very own cookie or cupcake with Annabel Karmel at Hamleys!
Chocolate, sprinkles, icing, hundreds and thousands… what are you waiting for?! YUM! So come and visit us at Hamleys and make your cakey creations!
Don’t forget to pose for the camera with Annabel Karmel! Say cheese…cake! Share your photos with us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon #Hamleys #Fun #Magic #Theatre
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
Location: Regent Street, 5th floor
Regent Street Time & Date:
Sunday 3rd April 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Hot Wheels Championships
Do you have what it takes to become #1 in the Hot Wheels championships?
Visit us at Hamleys to zoom around the circuit, loop the loop and take the victory! Take the podium to have your winning moment snapped so you can treasure it forever!
Don’t forget to post your photos and tag us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon #Hamleys #Fun #Magic #Theatre
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
STORE | DATES | TIMINGS |
OXFORD | Saturday 19th – Sunday 27th February | 12pm – 3pm |
Meet the Playmobil Knight
Everyone’s favourite brave and noble steed, the Playmobil Knight, will be taking Hamleys by storm this Half Term and you are invited!
Coming in straight from battle, the knight will be dressed in his full armour with him helmet, shield, and sword! He wants to teach you some of his tricks, so start practicing your skills, and get ready to pose like a knight!
Don’t forget to post your photos with the Knight and tag us on Twitter & Instagram @HamleysOfficial, Facebook @Hamleyslondon #Hamleys #Fun #Magic #Theatre
*This is subject to availability depending on Covid-19 restrictions *
STORE | DATES | TIMINGS |
WESTFIELD | Saturday 19th – Sunday 20th February | 1pm – 3pm |
Holly Jolly Jig
The Hamleys Christmas Season is here, and the Elves have been working on their special Christmas dance all year at the North Pole and have come back to show you all!
Full of all your favorite festive dance classics, from Jingle Bells to Frosty the Snowman and everything in between, this is guaranteed to get you grooving into the spirit of Christmas.
The Elves festive Holly Jolly Jig will rock your socks off!
Date: 1st December – 24th December
Location: Regent Street : Ground Floor
Time : Mondays – Thursdays at 5.30pm
Tinsel Toy Parade
The Hamleys Christmas magic is back!
Watch the store come to life as our mischievous Elves have a holly jolly dance, sparkling sing-song and a pa-rum pa-pum-pum parade, spreading festive cheer through all seven floors!
Starting on the ground floor every day, get ready to join in the party with our magnificent Elves!
Date: 1st December – 24th December
Location: Regent Street : All Floors
Time : Mondays – Thursdays 4.00pm
Let it Snow!
Are you dreaming of a White Christmas?
Visit the Finest Toy Shop in the World where our Elves will use their festive magic to make your dreams come true and make it snow every day! Make sure you wrap up warm, the Elves may need your help to make an enchanting White Christmas!
See you soon!
Date: 1st December - 24th December
Location: Regent Street: Front of Store
Time : Mondays – Sundays at 4.30pm
Reindeer Ring Toss
Can you ring-a-ling-a ding-dong-ding!
We are hosting a happening hoopla at the holliest jolliest toy shop in the world with a good old-fashioned game of Reindeer Ring Toss.
Come and see how many hoops you can successfully loop to win a reindeerific prize!
How many ringers can you score?
Date: 27th November – 24th December
Location: All regional stores
Time : Mondays – Thursdays at 1.00pm and 2.30pm
STORE | TIMES |
Glasgow |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Lakeside |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Cardiff |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Manchester Trafford |
Saturdays 1.00pm – 5.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Leeds |
Saturdays and Sundays in December 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Thursday 23rd 12.00pm – 4.00pm Christmas Eve 12.00pm - 3.00pm |
Liverpool |
Saturdays and Sundays in December 1.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Thursday 23rd 1.00pm – 4.00pm Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Metrocentre |
Saturday 4th and 11th and Sunday 5th and 12th 1.00pm – 4.00pm Saturday 18th – Monday 20th 2.00pm – 4.00pm Thursday 23rd – Christmas Eve 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
Meadowhall |
Saturdays in December 1.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th December 1.00pm – 4.00pm |
Edinburgh |
Saturdays in December 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Aberdeen |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 2.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Thursday 23rd 2.00pm – 4.00pm Christmas Eve – 12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Merryhill |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Bluewater |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm-4.00pm Monday 20th Christmas Eve 12.00pm- 4.00pm |
Milton Keynes |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.0pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Wednesday 22nd 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Southampton |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Leicester |
Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm-4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm- 4.00pm |
Norwich |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Guildford |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Stansted | Fridays and Saturdays 12.00pm – 2.00pm (excluding Christmas Eve) |
Manchester |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 11.00am – 5.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 11.00am – 5.00pm |
Gatwick |
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11.00am – 3.00pm Saturday 18th 11.00am -4.00pm Sunday 19th 8.00am -5.00pm Monday 20th – 21st 11.00am-3.00pm Wednesday 22nd – 23rd 8.00am-5.00pm Christmas Eve 10.00am – 3.00pm |
Heathrow Terminal 2 |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 2.00pm Monday 20th – Thursday 23rd 12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Luton |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 5.00pm – 8.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 5.00pm – 8.00pm |
St Pancras |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
London Bridge |
Saturdays 2.00pm – 6.00pm Sundays 2.00pm – 4.00pm Wednesday 22nd – Christmas Eve 2.00pm – 6.00pm |
Swindon |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 3.00pm Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd 12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Cheshire Oaks |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Oxford |
Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm – 4.00pm Monday 20th – Christmas Eve 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
Westfield |
Monday to Fridays- 1pm and 5pm |
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