The prestigious Chelsea Flower Show, organized by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), will take place from Tuesday 19 May to Saturday 23 May 2026 at the Royal Hospital Grounds in London. This world-renowned event attracts celebrities, royalty, and garden enthusiasts from around the globe who come to witness the pinnacle of horticultural excellence.
Experience garden magnificence at its finest as London welcomes the world to horticultural elegance and innovation.
Tickets for the 2026 show are now available through the RHS website, with prices starting from £107 per person. The first two days, Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May, are designated as RHS Members’ Days, while the general public can attend from Thursday 21 through Saturday 23 May. Each day offers extensive viewing hours, with Tuesday through Friday operating from 8am to 8pm, and the final Saturday running from 8am to 5:30pm. The show will feature a variety of garden categories including Large Show Gardens and innovative balcony designs.
Visitors planning to attend should note the different entrance options at the Royal Hospital Grounds. The main access points are the London Gate on Royal Hospital Road (What3Words: parent.arena.spider) and Bull Ring Gate on Chelsea Embankment. The nearest tube station is Sloane Square, approximately a 15-minute ride from London Paddington.
For those driving to the event, public parking is available at Battersea Park, which must be pre-booked when purchasing tickets. The parking area is a 20-minute walk from the show grounds, with a convenient shuttle bus service available. The Battersea Park entrance for parking is at Rosary Gate, postcode SW11 4BY.
The 2026 show will feature nine impressive Show Gardens, along with countless floral displays and innovative landscaping designs. Visitors can also purchase plants during the event, with a special plant sell-off starting at 4pm on the final Saturday.
A detailed show guide is available for an additional £18 including postage, which will be mailed one week before the event. The guide includes a map of the grounds and thorough information about the exhibits.
Friday evening offers a special Chelsea Late event from 5:30pm to 10pm for those wanting a unique experience after regular hours. Visitors should note that children under five are not permitted and all children over five require full price tickets.
