World Book Day 2026 Extended Opening Hours – Serving All of London

World Book Day 2026 is fast approaching, and Fancy Dress Town is preparing for one of the busiest weeks of the year. We proudly serve customers from all over London, and to support parents, schools and last-minute shoppers across the capital, we are extending our opening hours throughout Book Week. If you are searching for World Book Day costumes in London, Book Week fancy dress ideas, or the trending K-Pop Demon Hunter Rumi costume, our store is ready with early openings and late closing times to make your visit easier.

Every year, families travel to us from across North, South, East and West London to find high-quality book character costumes without the uncertainty of online delivery delays. World Book Day is a major school event across Greater London, and demand increases rapidly in the days leading up to it. In 2026, alongside traditional literary favourites, there is particularly strong demand for bold and unique characters, including the highly requested K-Pop Demon Hunter Rumi costume. This look is quickly becoming one of the standout trends for Book Week, offering something different from classic storybook outfits while still fitting school themes.

To help customers across London plan ahead, our extended Book Week opening hours are as follows:

Saturday 28th February 2026 – 10am–9pm
Sunday 1st March 2026 – 10am–8pm
Monday 2nd March 2026 – 9am–9pm
Tuesday 3rd March 2026 – 9am–11pm
Wednesday 4th March 2026 – 8:30am–11:30pm
Thursday 5th March 2026 (World Book Day) – 7am–9pm
Friday 6th March 2026 – 8am–7pm

We are staying open very late on Wednesday and opening extra early on World Book Day itself to support families travelling from across London who may need a last-minute World Book Day costume. Visiting in store allows customers to check sizing properly and complete their outfit with accessories, wigs and props in one trip.

Fancy Dress Town is located at 200 Southwark Park Road, London, SE16 3RW, easily accessible from across Greater London by car and public transport. If you are looking for a trusted fancy dress shop in London for World Book Day 2026, we recommend visiting early in Book Week for the best choice, as popular sizes and trending costumes sell out quickly each year.

We look forward to welcoming customers from across London and helping make Book Week 2026 simple, organised and stress-free. 🎭📚