November brings skies that are bright with a kaleidoscope of colour. Bonfire night season is a time for family fun, eating toffee apples and using sparklers to write your name in the night sky! The sounds of the whistling and cracking of fireworks fill the air as you head out to your annual firework display. Are you excited to celebrate Guy Fawkes this year and wondering where are some ‘fireworks near me’?
We’ve done the work for you, so it makes your life easier(ish)! Sheck out our list of the best fireworks near you. Plus, with the increasing popularity of drive-in fireworks, there are plenty of displays where you can stay cosy with your family but still enjoy outdoor fireworks too!
Fireworks in Scotland
Knockhill Racing Circuit, Fife
Come along on the 5th November for a live-action event that will explode with colour and motorsport entertainment!
The event will kick off with extreme action on the track with a Paul Swift stunt show before finishing off with a show-stopping, spectacular fireworks display at 17:45. There will also be a fire-breathing demonstration, face painting and on-site food outlets and drink stalls!
Did you know there’ll be a brand-new laser light display alongside the fireworks? How amazing is that?!
Make sure to all wrap up warm for this family event that will blow you away!
Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 9TF
5th November
Fireworks from 17:45
Adult £16.00
Child (0-12) free
Edinburgh Fawkes Festival 2024
Plus live performances from the Red Hot Chilli Pipers and the sensational street theatre troupe Spark! Did we forget to mention, there’ll be a roaring bonfire lit at 5:30 pm, thrilling fairground rights and incredible street food to try? This festival is a firm favourite for a reason!
Royal Highland Centre Ingliston
Edinburgh
EH28 8NB
3rd November
Doors open at 16:00
Adult (16+): £17.85
Child (2-15): £9.98
Baby (0-24m): Free
Carer: Free
Fireworks in the North East
Thornton Hall Country Park Fireworks Display, North Yorkshire
Thornton Hall Country Park is hosting an epic bonfire and fireworks night, with some added entertainment. Watch as the fireworks light up the sky, and then get ready to be amazed by fire breathers, a live band playing throughout the night, street theatres and much more!
Wondering how to keep the kids entertained until the fireworks show begins? Not a problem! You’ll find plenty of children’s entertainment throughout the evening plus a circus skills workshop and the Waltzers Ride!
Bring the whole family along to this bon-tastic event!
Thornton in Craven, Near Skipton, BD23 3TS
Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd November 2024
5:30pm – 10:00pm
Adults: £19.95
Children: £19.95
Under 3: £9.95
Carer: £9.95
Early bird prices are available too!
Fireworks at the Fort 2024, Newcastle
Buddle St, Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne NE28 6HR
5ht November 2024
16:00 - 18:30
Free Entry
£5 for Viewing Tower
Fireworks in the North West
Autumn Lights, Lincolnshire Showground, Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire Showground, Grange De Lings, Lincoln LN2 2NA
1st November 2024
Adult £12.99
Child (3-16) £5.99
Under 2's Free
Macclesfield Cricket Club, Manchester
A community event that will bring along family joy and family fun!
Macclesfield Cricket Club, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3JE
2nd November 2024
18:00 - 20:30
Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children £27.33
Adult Ticket (17+ years) £11.29
Child Ticket (5-16 years) £8.61
Child Ticket (4 years & under) Free
Fireworks in the Midlands
Drone Show Spectacular & Fun Fair, Birmingham
Start your evening at the funfair and enjoy the thrilling rides with the little ones, or treat them to a face painting experience and balloon animals. Grab a bite to eat and find the perfect spot to witness the beautiful drones that are set to be the biggest display yet and better than ever!
Edgbaston Rd, Birmingham, B5 7QU
26th October 2024
Adult from £26.00
Child (16 and under) from £21.00
Santa Pod Raceway Firework Frenzy, Northamptonshire
Settle into your car and get ready for a spectacular show, including an awesome soundtrack to go along with some of the biggest and brightest fireworks that will definitely light up the sky. Viewing can be from your car or anywhere on site. A selection of delicious food will be available from nearby food trucks so no problem if you need refreshments.
The kid’s funfair rides and inflatables will also make this a fun family firework night!
Santa Pod Raceway, Airfield Road, Podington, Wellingborough, Northants, NN29 7XA
1st November 2024
Gates open 17:00
From £50.00 per car
Fireworks in the South East
Ally Pally’s Fireworks Festival, Alexandra Palace, London
Enjoy the ultimate bonfire vibes on Friday with music from The Cuban Brothers. On Saturday, you can dance to the beat at StrEATlife, skate the night away at the Ice Disco or warm up your cold toes by the bonfire. You’ll also find family-friendly funfair rides too! This event is known as the Glastonbury of fireworks because they are so many different activities to enjoy. It’s only on for one Saturday, so don’t miss out!
Alexandra Park & Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY
1st & 2nd November 2024
Prices from £5.50
Winchester Fireworks, Hampshire
53 Nuns Rd, Winchester SO23 7EF
9th November 2024
18:00 onwards
£8.00 - £10.00 per person
Fireworks in the South West
Fireworks To Music, Bristol
Marvel at all of the fantastic colours lighting up the sky, dance along to all your favourite tunes and experience the awesome special effects of the world-class pyrotechnics!
Avon Valley Wildlife Park will be treating you with a jaw-dropping, fun family firework display. Enjoy street food stalls and an array of food traders who will tempt you with sweet treats and savoury snacks as you admire the amazing display of colourful fireworks illuminating the night sky.
Pixash Lane, Bath Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TP
8th & 9th November 2024
17:00 – 21:00
Fireworks will start ar 19:00
From £10.00
The Big Sheep, Bideford, Devon
It will be the main fireworks show, a huge bonfire light up and you can chow down on yummy food at Big Sheep Churro BAA, The Garden Box or Big Sheep BBQ!
The BIG Sheep, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP
5th November 2024
£10.00 per person
Fireworks in Wales
Fireworks Night at Lo Lounge, Cardiff
Not forgetting cocktails and beers for the adults and the kids can hold sparklers too!
Heol Porth Teigr, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4GA
5th November 2024
18:00 - 21:00
Prices from £10.00
Wrexham Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Wrexham
Wrexham Bonfire & Fireworks Display is the ultimate bonfire night bonanza, set to leave your whole family grinning from ear to ear! Get ready for fairground rides, delicious hot food, drinks, and sweet treats for everyone to enjoy!
Watch at the night sky explodes in colours and feel the warmth of the bonfire as you huddle close together to enjoy the evening. This bonfire event is not to be missed!
Penyllan Farm, Marchwiel, Wrexham LL13 0PF
3rd November 2024
Prices from £5.00 per person
Under 3s Free
Please note it's a cash-only event
We hope you have found a fireworks event near you to enjoy. As the weather gets chillyer as we move into autumn and winter, are you looking for ways to entertain your children indoors? A museum is a perfect place to keep the kids entertained while keeping them cosy. Find a museum near you here.
Is the weather not suitable for the beach? No problem, stay dry while seeing all the creatures of the ocean at an aquarium near you. Or start planning what Christmas events you’ll go to! The season is soon to be upon us!