The best Bonfire Night events and firework displays in London 2026

The best London Bonfire Night events in 2026, including massive festivals and smaller community gatherings.

Date published: 21st Oct 2026

Toffee apples, hot chocolate, a big fire, and colours lighting up the sky - Bonfire Night is an ace autumnal celebration.

Wholesome and fun for the whole family, there are loads of brilliant London Bonfire Night events this year. With the 5th of November falling on a Thursday, there’ll be firework displays in London on the night itself as well as some on the weekend.

Split up by region for easy browsing, let’s have a look at what’s coming up this Guy Fawkes Night.

North London Bonfire Night events

Fireworks & Drone Festival

When: Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November 2026

Where: Alexandra Palace in Haringey, London

Probably the biggest firework displays in London, these two at Ally Pally are going all in. With the Saturday as the ‘party night’ and the Sunday the ‘family fun day’, you can choose the right vibe for you.

The party night will feature a DJ set from Eats Everything, a German bier festival, a Queen tribute, and a brass band playing party bangers. The family day, with a smaller capacity, offers marshmallow fire pits, the 'Junior Jungle Kids Rave', and barrioke with Shaun Williamson. Expect bonfires, ice skating, funfair rides, and more.

The Walker Ground Fireworks Display & Drone Show

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When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: The Walker Cricket Ground Trust in Southgate, London

Promising “more fireworks and more drones than ever before”, Walker Cricket Ground’s Bonfire Night celebrations include funfair rides, live music from The Shambles, bouncy castles, and food and drink. The fireworks and drone show kicks off at 7:30pm.

Festival Of Fire And Light

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Ealing Cricket Club in Ealing, London

Fusing Diwali and Bonfire Night into one, Ealing CC offers a full evening of family fun. Alongside the fireworks, there’ll be a light quest and lantern parade for the kids, a music tent going until late, including a live performance from A Cat Called Alan, rides, and food available from Grate & Grill Cheese Toastie, The Dough Shack Pizza, Samosas Direct, and Original Souvlaki.

Harrow Fireworks 2026

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Byron Park in Harrow, London

Another Diwali X Bonfire Night event, Byron Park brings the fireworks as well as a full evening of Bollywood and Diwali entertainment, food, and music. Four live acts and a compere will take to the main stage, blending singing and dancing to classic Bollywood hits. Multiple vendors will be serving gourmet Indian food, fireworks will be set to Bollywood music, and there’ll be an inflatable bouncy zone for the littluns.

South London Bonfire Night events

Battersea Park Fireworks

When: Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November 2026

Where: Battersea Park in Battersea, Wandsworth, London

Wandsworth’s council puts on two ticketed Bonfire Night events at Battersea Park. The 7th will feature a set from DnB favourites Rudimental, 'Fiesta Latina' with Conjunto Sabroso, and then the Disco Ceilidh after the display. Meanwhile, the 8th offers a show from Lords of Lightning, a Taylor Swift tribute, and a pop anthems afterparty. Also offering happy hour deals, fairground rides, and street food, it’ll be ace.

Merton Council’s displays at Wimbledon Park and Morden Park

When: Thursday 5th and Satruday 7th November 2026

Where: Wimbledon Park, Wandsworth and Morden Park in Merton, London

Both of these firework displays in London, both run by Merton Council, will feature two displays - one earlier for the kids and one later. Fireworks will be set to music, and there’ll also be street food villages, licensed bars, and funfairs at both. They should also be announcing DJs very soon.

Beckenham Fireworks in the Park

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When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Croydon Road Recreation Ground in Bromley, London

The family-friendly Beckenham charity fireworks display, which has supported local charities since 1946, returns. They’ll have a quieter display at 6pm and the main one at 7:30pm - both displays will be set to music. There’ll also be a fairground, and loads of food on offer.

A preview of the tastes on offer: shawarma, Polski kiełbasa hot dogs, pizza, souvlaki, jerk wraps and wings, Malaysian rice bowls, hog roast, toasties, and sweet treats like doughnuts, waffles, muffins, ice cream, churros, and more.

Danson Fireworks 2026

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Danson Park in Bexleyheath, London

Over in the south-east, Danson Park’s night is set to be one of the best London Bonfire Night events by far. Fireworks will go off over Danson Park lake, choreographed to music. There’ll also be fairground rides, family entertainment, and food and drink to get stuck into before the display.

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East London Bonfire Night events

Stow Firework Spectacular

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When: Thursday 5th, Friday 6th, and Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Walthamstow Cricket, Tennis & Squash Club in Waltham Forest, London

Stow Fireworks puts community at the heart of its celebrations. Not a large corporate event, they aim to keep ticket prices accessible and source food from local traders. As with many displays this year, they'll have a shorter twilight display for those seeking a calmer experience and a main display all three nights. You’ll find a food village, bar, and funfair on site.

West London Bonfire Night events

Richmond's Family Fireworks Night: Halloween Spooktacular

When: Saturday 1st November 2026

Where: Richmond Athletic Ground in Richmond upon Thames, London

The day after the spookiest night of the year, this display brings a Halloween twist to Guy Fawkes Night. Multi-award-winning Phoenix Fireworks will deliver a Halloween-themed display fully choreographed to music. But before that, check out over 20 food and drink stalls, including the 1861 BBQ, live entertainment, and the funfair.

Chiswick Rugby Community Fireworks

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Chiswick Rugby Club in Chiswick, London

Keeping it simple but brilliant, Chiswick Rugby Club will have a bonfire lit and fireworks lighting up the sky on the 7th. Run in association with Maggie’s Cancer Charity (with donations included in ticket prices), there’ll also be face painting, street food, live music, and bars.

Bonfire Night events further afield

Imber Court Fireworks 2026

When: Thursday 5th November 2026

Where: Imber Court in East Molesey, Elmbridge, Surrey

Imber Court’s family fireworks night returns, with music from a DJ, fair attractions for the kids, food, and drink. Gates open at 4pm to give everyone time to settle in before the fireworks start at 6:45pm. Under 2s go free!

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Fireworks Night

When: Thursday 5th November 2026

Where: Woolston Manor Golf Club in Chigwell, Essex

A little bit further out, this firework display in Chigwell offers all sorts to get stuck into. With rides and entertainment for the littluns, face painting, live music, dancers, DJs, bars, and food stations, all for just £13.50 for adults, £6 for kids, and under-2s going free, it’s set to be a huge night.

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