The best Bonfire Night events and displays in Cardiff 2026

Bonfire Night is often overlooked, with the excitement of Halloween overshadowing the lead-up to 5th November, yet this celebration is one of our favourites of the year. Nothing gets you in the mood for the festive period like bundling up in hats and scarves and braving the crisp, smoke-scented winter night to watch the skies illuminate with colour and crackle with sound. We think Bonfire Night deserves all the hype, so we've come up with our list of the best Bonfire Night events and displays in Cardiff in 2026 - let's get into it.

Lo Lounge, Cardiff Bay

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When: Sunday 1st November -  Saturday 7th November, 5:30pm onwards (last entry 6:30pm)

Where: Heol Porth Teigr, Cardiff, CF10 4GA

Cardiff Bay is one of the best places to watch fireworks in the Welsh capital, with panoramic views of the city and the Severn Estuary; we couldn't choose a more picturesque location. With a full week's worth of displays, there's plenty of time to get down to Lo Lounge, where fire shows, street food, music and cocktails will be the cherry on top of this bonfire week extravaganza.

Sophiaworks

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When: Thursday 5th November, 5:15pm onwards (fireworks start at 7pm)

Where: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9XR

As Cardiff's biggest fireworks display, Sophiaworks never disappoints. This one has sold out for the last five years, so be sure to get tickets early to avoid disappointment. Situated right next to Cardiff Castle and the Principality Stadium, Sophia Gardens is right in the city centre, a popular destination for locals, tourists and students to watch the night sky light up. With food, stalls, live music and a fun fair, Sophiaworks is perfect for both families and friends.

Llanerch Vineyard Fireworks Spectacular

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When: Friday 6th November, 6pm onwards

Where: Llanerch Vineyard Hotel, Hensol, Vale of Glamorgan, CF72 8GG

This family-friendly event brings Bonfire Night to the scenic destination of Llanerch Vineyard and will be accompanied by a dynamic musical score and light show. If you're looking for a more intimate, gathering-style night, just a 30-minute drive from central Cardiff - this one's for you.

Cardiff Harlequins RFC

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When: Sunday 1st November, 5:30pm onwards (fireworks from 7pm)

Where: Diamond Ground, Whitchurch, CF14 7JN

An affordable, accessible and eye-catching fireworks show - bundle up for Bonfire Night at Cardiff Harlequins RFC. Tickets are cash only and available to purchase at the club (Tuesday evenings or weekends) or from the Texaco garage (Llandaff North), La Cucina Da Mara, and Village Barbers in Whitchurch.

Barry RFC Fireworks Night

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When: Thursday 5th November, 5pm onwards

Where: Barry RFC Sports and Community Hub, Reservoir Fields, Barry, CF62 9TH

Get yourself down to Barry RFC's Fireworks Night event, where hot food, drinks, music and entertainment will keep you warm against the chilly November night air. With an initial 2000 tickets being released, there's going to be a big crowd when the gates open at 5pm - so make sure you grab tickets early to be part of this massive bonfire night celebration.

That's all, folks - we hope to see you around the bonfire. Wrap up warm!

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