Bonfire Night 2026
Bonfire Night in London
Every fireworks display, and which ones need a ticket.
10 days to go1 – 8 Nov · 36 ideas
- 2 nights out
- 12 for families
- 2 free
Don't miss
Alexandra Palace Fireworks & Drone Festival (Saturday)
Battersea Park Fireworks (Saturday Party Night)
Blackheath Fireworks
Sunday 1 November
Richmond Family Fireworks
A family-friendly fireworks display in Richmond. Ensure to book tickets in advance as popular events often sell out.
Bonfire Night Weekend (Pre-Bonfire Night)
Many London Bonfire Night events, particularly smaller or family-focused ones, take place on the weekend preceding the official November 5th date. This is a Sunday.
Thursday 5 November
Coram's Fields Fireworks Display
A free, family-friendly fireworks display. Gates open at 3:30pm with live music from 4:15pm. Adults are only admitted if accompanied by a child, a permanent rule of the park. Capacity is limited, and entry is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stow Firework Spectacular (Low Noise Display)
A low-noise fireworks display designed for children and those with sensory needs. This event is part of a multi-day firework spectacular. Tickets are essential and sell out quickly.
Wimbledon Park Fireworks (Family Show)
An early fireworks show designed for younger children, featuring a 'magic' theme. The event includes a funfair, street food, and music. Tickets must be bought in advance and typically sell out quickly.
Family
Wimbledon Park Fireworks (Main Display)
The main fireworks display at Wimbledon Park, themed around 'one hit wonders' music. Expect a funfair, street food, and entertainment. Tickets must be bought in advance and typically sell out quickly.
Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)
Official date for Bonfire Night. Many events occur on this day, with others shifting to the nearest weekend. Expect fireworks displays and related celebrations across London.
Wimbledon Park Fireworks Tickets Required
Tickets for Wimbledon Park Fireworks must be purchased in advance and the event regularly sells out.
Stow Firework Spectacular (Main Display)
The main fireworks display at the Stow Firework Spectacular, offering two shows nightly on various dates. Tickets are essential and sell out quickly. The Saturday night show is already sold out.
Coram's Fields Entry Rule: Adults with Children Only
Adults can only enter Coram's Fields if they are accompanying a child. This is a permanent rule of the park.
FamilySource: Coram's Fields
Friday 6 November
Stow Firework Spectacular
Two fireworks shows nightly as part of the Stow Firework Spectacular. Tickets are essential and sell out quickly. The Saturday night show is already sold out.
Saturday 7 November
Harrow Fireworks (Byron Park)
A family-friendly festival and Bonfire Night event that also celebrates Diwali. The event runs from noon to 11pm, with free entry to a pre-party between noon and 3pm. Features a musical fireworks display, entertainers, face painting, glitter tattoos, Indian henna art, a funfair, inflatable park, and global street food. Tickets are available on the gate (cash only).
Blackheath Road Closures
Road closures for Blackheath Fireworks typically start at 3:30pm, affecting Blackheath Village, Duke Humphrey Road, Lee Road, and Montpelier Vale. Parking and loading restrictions are expected from 10am. All Saints Drive has extended restrictions from 28th October to 5th November for setup and breakdown.
Alexandra Palace Fireworks & Drone Festival (Saturday)
The 'big festival energy' night of the Alexandra Palace Fireworks and Drone Festival. Features a headline outdoor DJ set from Eats Everything, London's largest German Bier Festival with a Queen tribute band, funfair rides, street food, a giant bonfire, marshmallow toasting, and ice skating. The fireworks and drone show starts around 8pm. Gates open at 4pm, and entertainment continues until 10:30pm. Early-bird tickets have sold out.
Night outSource: Alexandra Palace
Beckenham Fireworks (Family Display)
The earlier display at Beckenham Fireworks, aimed at younger children, starts at 6pm. Gates open at 4:30pm. This is a community event run by the 5th Beckenham South Scout Group.
Blackheath Fireworks
One of London's biggest fireworks displays. Gates and entertainment open at 5pm. Last entry is 8pm, with the fireworks display at 8pm. The event closes at 10pm. Expect a funfair, food village, craft beer, DJs (DJ Luck & MC Neat, Brandon Block), Massaoke, Lords of Lightning, comedians, and a new People's Stage. Advance ticket purchase is essential.
Dulwich Sports Club Fireworks
A family-oriented fundraising fireworks display. Gates open at 5pm, with live music from 5:30pm (headlined by Matthew Lynch) and fireworks around 7pm. The event promises a wide array of food and beverage stalls including mulled wine, real ale, BBQ, burgers, Indian food, pizza, and a kids bar. No tickets are sold on the night, and the event always sells out. No sparklers or buggies in the main spectator area.
FamilySource: Eventbrite
Battersea Park Fireworks (Saturday Party Night)
London's biggest fireworks display returns. This Saturday night is the 'party show', featuring pre-display performances from Rudimental DJ and Latin band Conjunto Sabroso, followed by a Disco Ceilidh dance party after the fireworks. Happy hour with half-price fairground rides and £5 drinks is from 6pm-7pm. The event includes a huge bonfire, fairground rides, street food, and warming drinks. Gates open at 6pm, last entry is 8pm, and fireworks start around 8:30pm. Tickets are advance-only and sell out quickly.
Night outSource: Kaboodle
Morden Park Fireworks (Family Show)
An early fireworks show suitable for young children. The event also boasts a funfair and food stalls. Tickets are likely to sell out well in advance.
Family
Thames Bonfire Night Cruise
Experience Bonfire Night from the River Thames with a three-hour cruise. Includes a welcome drink, hot buffet food, and a live DJ, culminating in views of the Battersea Park Fireworks display. Boarding starts at 7pm from Festival Pier, departing at 7:15pm and returning at 10:15pm.
Family
Beckenham Fireworks (Main Display)
The main fireworks display at Beckenham, starting at 7:15pm. Gates open at 4:30pm. This is a community event run by the 5th Beckenham South Scout Group.
Ealing Cricket Club Fireworks
A local community fireworks display.
Morden Park Fireworks (Main Display)
The main fireworks display at Morden Park, more adult-friendly. The event includes a funfair and food stalls. Tickets are likely to sell out well in advance.
Blackheath Fireworks Tickets Required
Advance ticket purchase is essential for Blackheath Fireworks. The event typically sells out.
Dulwich Sports Club Fireworks Tickets Required
Tickets for Dulwich Sports Club Fireworks must be bought in advance as no tickets will be sold on the night. The event consistently sells out.
Stow Firework Spectacular
Two fireworks shows nightly as part of the Stow Firework Spectacular. Tickets are essential and sell out quickly. The Saturday night show is already sold out.
Morden Park Fireworks Tickets Required
Tickets for Morden Park Fireworks are required and are likely to sell out well in advance.
Dulwich Sports Club No Onsite Parking
There is no parking available onsite at Dulwich Sports Club for the fireworks display. Attendees are encouraged to use public transport, bikes, or arrive on foot.
The Walker Ground Fireworks
A local community fireworks display.
Bonfire Night Weekend (Post-Bonfire Night)
The majority of London's major Bonfire Night celebrations, including those at Alexandra Palace and Battersea Park, occur on the weekend following the official November 5th date. Expect high attendance and demand for tickets.
Alexandra Palace Fireworks Tickets Required
Tickets are required for entry to the Alexandra Palace Fireworks & Drone Festival. Early-bird tickets have already sold out, indicating high demand. It is essential to book tickets in advance.
Battersea Park Fireworks Tickets Required
Tickets are required for entry to the Battersea Park Fireworks and must be bought in advance. No sales are available at the gate. The event has sold out in previous years.
Alexandra Palace Way Road Closures
Alexandra Palace Way typically closes to traffic across the Fireworks Festival weekend (Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November), with parking suspensions on surrounding roads. Plan for public transport and avoid driving.
Sunday 8 November
Alexandra Palace Fireworks & Drone Festival (Sunday Family Day)
The 'Family Fun Day' of the Alexandra Palace Fireworks and Drone Festival. Features an earlier fireworks and drone display around 6pm, a jungle kids' rave, karaoke singalong with Shaun Williamson, street food with kids' menus, sweet treats, a giant bonfire, marshmallow toasting, and ice skating. Gates open at 4pm. Early-bird tickets have sold out.
FamilySource: Alexandra Palace
Battersea Park Fireworks (Sunday Family Night)
The family-focused night of London's biggest fireworks display. Features the electrifying Lords of Lightning show and 'Fearlessly Taylor' pre-display, followed by a Pop Anthems Afterparty with DJ Josh Lovatt. Happy hour with half-price fairground rides and £5 drinks is from 4:30pm-5:30pm. The event includes a huge bonfire, fairground rides, street food, and warming drinks. Gates open at 4:30pm, last entry is 6:30pm, and fireworks start around 7pm. Tickets are advance-only and sell out quickly.
FamilySource: Kaboodle
All season
Primrose Hill Closed for Bonfire Night Period
Primrose Hill is regularly closed for crowd safety across the Bonfire Night period, often from October 31st to November 9th. Do not plan to use it as a viewing spot for fireworks.
Times and prices change, so check with the organiser before you go. Updated 13 Oct