Best Bonfire Nights in Bristol

It's the most banging time of the year! If you're around Bristol during bonfire, then here are the events that you shouldn't miss! Fairground rides, massive displays and BBQs... here's the best bonfire events in Bristol this year

Last updated: 22nd Oct 2026

Oh yes, Bonfire Night is here, and Bristol is gearing up for another round of displays set to light up the city! Sparklers, fireworks and the cosy autumn vibes are in full swing for one of the coolest times of the year.

For over 400 years, we’ve marked Guy Fawkes Night with sparkling displays and family fun. And this year, bonfire night events in Bristol are looking bigger and brighter than ever, promising plenty of excitement across the city.

From huge community gatherings to more contained, family-friendly affairs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this November. So grab your gloves, pack the toffee apples, and get ready for a truly banging night!

Downend Round Table Fireworks

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When: Friday 6th November

Where: King George V Playing Fields in Bristol

Downend Fireworks is one of Bristol’s most-loved Bonfire Night events, and it’s easy to see why.

From 7pm to 10pm, the evening will be featuring firework displays, delicious food, fairground rides and live music. Selling out almost every year, it's an event not to miss. The money raised will be going to charity and have previously raised over £100,000 for a range of causes. They also have an afterparty to keep the good vibes going.

Expect not one, but two dazzling fireworks displays, plus delicious food offerings, a fully stocked bar, a light show, a bonfire, live music, fairground rides, and even an afterparty to keep the good vibes going. It’s no wonder this one sells out almost every year. A proper feel-good favourite and easily one of the best bonfire nights in Bristol.

Bonfire Night Party at the Clifton Observatory

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When: Wednesday 5th November 2025

Where: Clifton Observatory in Bristol

Clifton Observatory’s Bonfire Night party takes the celebrations sky-high, offering incredible rooftop views of fireworks lighting up the city.

Starting at 6 pm, this over-18s event has everything you could want or need for a top night out - a rooftop bar, mouth-watering food stalls, a dazzling fire performance, and a DJ spinning feel-good tunes all evening long.

If you’re after one of the best spots to watch the fireworks in Bristol, this is the place to be. It's a ticketed event starting from £10.

Low Noise Fireworks at Old Down Country Park

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When: Thursday 5th November

Where: Old Down Country Park in Bristol

Perfect for young children or those with sensory sensitivities, Old Down Country Park hosts Low Noise Fireworks. Choose between two showtimes each evening - 4pm to 6pm or 7pm to 9pm - for 12 minutes of a sensory friendly firework display.

The evening will also feature children's fairground rides, live entertainment, and marshmallow toasting, as well as a bar and food. Members will also receive 10% off.

Bristol Fireworks Extravaganza at Rose Green

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When: Saturday 7th November

Where: Rose Green in Bristol

Selling out year after year, the Fireworks Extravaganza at Rose Green is back this November with another huge night of Bonfire fun. Expect a banging firework display, DJs and live music, plus a fully licensed bar serving everything from pints to hot drinks to keep you toasty. You’ll also find a great mix of food stalls, including delicious Caribbean dishes.

If you’re local to Rose Green, this one’s a no-brainer - a community celebration and one of the best-value bonfire night events in Bristol.

Fireworks to Music at Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park

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When: Thursday 5th, Friday 6th & Saturday 9th November 2025

Where: Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park in Bristol

Before we dive in: Avon Valley takes animal welfare seriously. There’s no bonfire (to keep wildlife, like hedgehogs, safe), and all animals are securely housed indoors with staff on duty throughout the display.

This ones for the music lovers! Avon Valley is delivering a Fireworks to Music Spectacular, with multimedia displays including fireworks, flames, lasers, and full-on pyrotechnic effects choreographed to music. For the first time, they're doing a themed evening: 00s vs K-pop so get ready sing and dance along!

Alongside the show, you’ll find food and drink vendors (including alcoholic options), funfair rides and stalls, and a buzzing festival atmosphere across their open farm setting.

Tickets here sell out fast so make sure to grab yours in advance, and you’ll need to prebook parking passes if driving.

Fireworks Night at the Club and Spa Bristol

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When: Friday 6th November

Where: The Club and Spa Bristol, Cadbury House.

Cadubury House's annual fireworks night returns this November! With a crazy firework display happening at 7:30pm, the night is packed with a load of events. It's the perfect night to spend with the family. Face painting, fairground rides and stalls, as well as a BBQ. Not only that, enjoy some live music from Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist Dennis Demille before the anticipated firework display.

Tickets are available now from £6, with kids under the age of going free.

Halloween Fireworks Spectacular

When: Monday 26 October

Where: The Port of Bristol Community Hub, Shirehampton

The Great Bristol Fireworks Spectacular is back for October. You don't need to be waiting for bonfire night to be witnessing some amazing firework displays! The evening will have two displays, with the first being a low-noise display for those looking for a more lowkey experience, meanwhile the main event is promised to be a bigger and brighter display.

Pretty much designed for everyone, the event will also have rides and classic family attractions to BBQ favourites, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as sweet snacks. Not only that, characters from Supersons Family Entertainment will be about, making the experience even better.

Bonfire Night Bristol is shaping up to be another belter this year! The city is going all out once again, and we can’t wait to see those fireworks light up the night sky, toffee apple, hot chocolate or adult beverage in hand.

But why stop there? Across the UK, towns and cities are gearing up for their own incredible displays - from Leeds and Sheffield to Nottingham, Liverpool, Manchester, and Cardiff, plus dazzling nights up north in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Newcastle.

Wherever you are, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. So wrap up warm, grab your sparklers, and dive into the best Bonfire Night and fireworks events happening across the nation.

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.