The best Bonfire Night events and firework displays in Manchester 2026

Remember, remember, there are loads of mint firework displays in Manchester this year! Here are some of the best.

Last updated: 21st Oct 2026

Sparklers, toffee apples, hot chocolate and the fire to keep you warm - Bonfire Night is the wholesome late-autumn holiday we all look forward to, eagerly waiting to see all those colours light up the sky.

To celebrate the legendary Gunpowder Plot of 1605, there are loads of brilliant upcoming Bonfire Night events and firework displays in Manchester.

From free council-run events in the city to ticketed events around Greater Manchester, here are some of the best ways to celebrate the 5th of November this year.

Council-run Manchester Bonfire Night events

When: Saturday 7th November

Where: Wythenshawe Park, Heaton Park, and Platt Fields Park in Manchester

After a five-year gap, Manchester City Council brings six displays across Wythenshawe Park, Heaton Park and Platt Fields Park this year. Each location will hold a reduced-noise, low-impact display at 5pm for families and SEND audiences, with further displays at 8pm. Before these Manchester Bonfire Night events kick off, there’ll be lantern-making workshops in the weeks leading up to the night and family-friendly lantern parades before the 8pm displays start. More entertainment is to be announced. Each of these firework displays in Manchester will be free to attend.

Firework Display at Urmston Sports Club

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Urmston Sports Club in Manchester

Head over to Urmston for a huge bonfire and a spectacular fireworks display. Raising money for Urmston Sports Club, there’ll be fireworks from 7:30, a DJ set from Jonny Spangles, rides, food (burgers, hot dogs, churros), and indoor and outdoor bars.

Council-run Salford Firework Weekend

When: Buile Hill Park - Saturday 31st October / Prince's Park - Sunday 1st November 2026

Where: Buile Hill Park and Prince’s Park in Irlam, Salford

Both of these Salford Council Bonfire Night events are free to attend, with both starting at 4pm.

The Buile Hill Park event will start with a quieter display for younger children and families, before a 'Firecracker display' and then the big finale main show. There’ll be a funfair, food and drink stalls, marshmallow toasting, and the fire walk.

The next night, the celebrations continue at Prince’s Park with a more traditional Bonfire Night experience, with a bonfire, funfair, food and drink stalls, and two musical firework displays.

Bonfire Night at Woodford

When: Thursday 5th November 2026

Where: Woodford Community Centre in Stockport

Always held on the 5th, Woodford’s Bonfire Night is a great family night out, with a separate display for kids. Also with a huge bonfire, a main fireworks show, fairground rides, a bar, snacks and hot food, including burgers, chicken wraps, hot dogs, pizza, fish and chips, and more, it’s looking ace. The kids' firework display, aiming to be “quiet and colourful”, starts at 7pm, with the main display at 8pm.

BSMCC Firework Festival

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Bredbury St Marks Cricket Club in Stockport

Another in Stockport, Bredbury St Marks CC transforms into a festival experience. Offering a sensory-friendly firework display (low noise) and a main display, plus live entertainment and music, family fun and attractions, and “plenty of surprises along the way”, it’s sure to be one of the best Manchester Bonfire Night events this year.

Bonfire Night 2026

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: The Church Inn in Chadderton, Oldham

If you’re a little closer to Oldham, you might fancy this one. Promising the “biggest firework display [they’ve] ever done”, a large fire, local independent food traders, traditional Bonfire Night food, multiple bars, a DJ, and Nifty UK Radio's Big Al on hosting duties, it’s looking ace. And the best bit? Kids’ tickets are free! Grab yours below.

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Uppermill Bonfire & Firework Display 2026

When: Sunday 1st November 2026

Where: Uppermill Cricket Club in Oldham

Going huge for the big night, this one in Oldham boasts a professional fireworks display from Fantastic Fireworks, alongside live music, food, and entertainment. The bonfire will be lit from 4:15, with the fireworks at 6:15. The Rock Choir and Greenfield Brass Band provide tunes, as well as the DJ, with five food stalls and indoor and outdoor bars to check out too. Under-2s go free!

Rochdale Mayfield ARLFC Firework Display

When: Friday 6th November 2026

Where: Rochdale Mayfield ARLFC in Rochdale

If Rochdale’s just around the corner, this might be the one. The fireworks display kicks off at 8pm, with gates open at 6:30, giving you time to get in, get comfy, and enjoy the DJ, the food stalls, and the fairground. Family tickets for two adults and two kids are available.

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Milnrow Cricket Club Bonfire and Firework Display

When: Saturday 7th November 2026

Where: Milnrow Cricket Club in Rochdale

Another in Rochdale, MCC offers a bonfire, a kids' low-noise fireworks display, and a main display later on. Food and drinks will be available, with a mini funfair and light-up toys to keep the littluns entertained. Family tickets are available, too.

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