Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is planning a bright start to the festive season with Wildheart Wonderland on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 December 2026.
A winter evening in Sandown
The sanctuary will open after dark from 5pm to 7.30pm. The programme includes festive illuminations, light installations by The New Carnival Company, Christmas carols, live music, aerial silks, LED performances, roaming entertainment and a cosy firepit.
Food will be available from local traders. The confirmed line-up differs slightly across the two evenings, so check the organiser’s listing before choosing your date.
Tickets and practical details
- Adults: £15
- Children: £10
- Children under three: free
- Wildheart members: £7.50
- Event parking: free on both evenings
Tickets and the latest event details are available from Wildheart Animal Sanctuary. Prices and arrangements were checked against the organiser’s page on 21 October 2026.
Turn it into an island break
A December visit can be a lovely reason to enjoy Sandown and the wider Isle of Wight at a quieter time of year. Browse places to stay and check live availability at www.iowstays.co.uk.
The accompanying picture is an original illustration and is not a photograph of the event or sanctuary.