autumn 2026
Bonfire Night 2026 — Fireworks Displays Near You
Bonfire Night 2026 is Thursday 5 November. Most organised displays run on the two weekends either side (31 Oct–1 Nov and 6–8 Nov). Councils and clubs confirm events from late September — we’re checking official sources for every city now, and each city’s verified list goes live here the moment it’s solid.
City lists — arriving late September
We’re confirming 2026 displays for London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Liverpool, Newcastle, Sheffield, Bristol, Nottingham first, with more to follow. Displays cancel and sell out at short notice every year, which is exactly why this list is checked against organisers rather than recycled from last year’s posts.
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Read while you wait: our Bonfire Night 2026 guide — dates, weekend clustering, and how to pick a display with young kids.
Common questions
When is Bonfire Night 2026?
Bonfire Night is Thursday 5 November 2026. Because it falls midweek, most organised displays run on the weekends either side — Saturday 31 October to Sunday 1 November, and Friday 6 to Sunday 8 November.
When are 2026 fireworks displays announced?
Councils, round tables and sports clubs typically confirm displays from late September through October. We check the official sources for each city and publish the lists here as they firm up — join the email list and we’ll send yours when it’s live.
Are big displays free?
Some council displays are free with charity buckets; club-run displays usually charge on the gate or sell advance tickets, and advance is often cheaper. Each listing will say which, with a link to the organiser.