The best Bonfire Night celebrations and firework displays for 2025
Remember, remember the 5th of November… Thanks to these fantastic Bonfire Night celebrations and firework displays, you are unlikely to forget this year’s Guy Fawkes festivities in a hurry. Taking place on the weekends on either side of November 5 (which, this year, is a Wednesday) as well as on the day itself, there are brilliant events to attend across the country. Of course there are thousands of local events, which come with their own charms and sense of community, but if you’re looking for something rather more dazzling, these are the Bonfire Night happenings to have on your radar for 2025.
The best bonfires and firework displays to visit this year
Alexandra Palace, London
- When: October 31, 6-10.30pm, and November 1, 4-10.30pm
- Where: Alexandra Park and Palace, London N22 7AY
- Website: fireworks.london
You’ll have to be particularly quick off the mark to make it to London’s biggest Bonfire Night celebration, but it will definitely be worth it. So much more than a standard firework display, this event also offers a spectacular drone show, a ‘spooky bonfire’ (it is Halloween, after all), ice skating, a fun fair, DJs and live music. Plus, there will be more than 50 food trucks and bars will be serving up delicious street food and drinks to keep you going all evening long.
Battersea Park, London
- When: November 1 and 2, 6pm-midnight
- Where: Battersea Park, Albert Bridge Road, London SW11 4NJ
- Website: batterseaparkfireworks.com
South west Londoners will likely be very familiar with this go-to annual event held in one of our favourite parks in the capital. Easily reached by tube, train or bus, this display is taking place on two days this weekend, with Saturday night all about full-on fun and Sunday a family-friendly event. The firework display has been orchestrated by the talented team behind the annual New Year’s Eve London fireworks so you can expect great things. As well as the dazzling display, you can enjoy live music, fairground rides, tasty food and warming drinks.
Blackheath, London
- When: November 1, 5-10.30pm
- Where: Blackheath, London SE3 0TY
- Website: tickets.blackheathfireworks.com
Blackheath residents are rejoicing at the return of their local firework display following a six-year hiatus. It promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a huge aerial display, DJs and bands, interactive games, fairgrounds, a food village and even craft beer – there really is something for everyone. Created by Fuse Fireworks, the firework display will begin at 8pm, but you can arrive from 5pm to enjoy all the other entertainment on offer.
Lewes, East Sussex
- When: November 5, 5-11pm
- Where: Lewes, East Sussex
- Website: visitlewes.co.uk/information/lewes-bonfire
Heralded as the ‘bonfire capital of the world’, the town of Lewes in East Sussex welcomes crowds of spectators for its storied November 5th celebrations. However, event organisers are now keen to stress that it is an event for local residents only, as the streets are narrow and flaming torches and firecrackers can be incredibly dangerous when large crowds gather – though it will be live streamed for out-of-towners. The highlight is the processional march through the market town by its six active bonfire societies, each in traditional costume and bearing giant effigies of political figures that are then burned at their separate bonfires located around the town. The identity of the effigies are kept top secret until the event, but past examples include Donald Trump, Nigel Farage and Boris Johnson, alongside Guy Fawkes himself.
Polperro, Cornwall
- When: November 8, 6-8pm
- Where: Peak Rock, Polperro Harbour, Bolinge, Cornwall
- Website: ukfireworksdisplays.co.uk/bolingey/polperro-fireworks-display
A picture-perfect fishing village on Cornwall’s east coast, Polperro is renowned for its stunning coastal firework display. Fireworks are set off from Peak Rock, their reflection flittering on the water below as visitors watch from the harbour. It is a much-loved local tradition and a magiical way to spend an autumn evening if you happen to be in or around Cornwall. It’s free and unticketed so you don’t need to worry if you’ve not planned in advance.
Chatsworth, Derbyshire
- When: October 31 and November 1, 6-9.15pm
- Where: Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1PP
- Website: chatsworth.org/events/bonfire-and-fireworks
If you’re within striking distance of the Peak District, you won’t want to miss the Chatsworth bonfire and fireworks this weekend – Saturday’s event sold out fast, but there is still a chance to secure your ticket for tonight. There could be no finer setting for a blazing bonfire and two spectacular firework displays than the gardens of Chatsworth house (if you’re attending with small children, you might like to go for the earlier, gentler display). The event will also include other exciting entertainment, including children’s entertainers, cyr wheel performers, fire jugglers, a giant puppets, and live music from LED drummers and a saxophonist. There’s also the option to book a delicious pre-bonfire dinner, but spaces are very limited, so you might have to plan ahead for 2026!
Llandudno, north Wales
- When: November 7, from 6.30pm
- Where: North Shore Beach, Llandudno, LL30 2LG
- Website: visitconwy.org.uk/whats-on/llandudno-fireworks-display-2025-p521001
Already one of the most beautiful places in Wales, Llandudno will be lit up by a wonderful firework display on November 7 (with November 8 as a back-up date in case if adverse weather). It takes place on North Shore Beach and is considered one of the best displays in North Wales, attracting thousands of residents and visitors alike. Though it is unticketed, there will be collections on the night to help ensure the future of the event. Organisers will be keeping an eye on the tides to make sure everything can be set up safely and fun can be had by all.
Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire
- When: November 8, from 5.30pm
- Where: Castle Green, Off Castle Road, Kenilworth CV8 1NG
- Website: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/kenilworth-castle-fireworks-8-nov
Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire serves as a spectacular backdrop for this firework display. Organised by the Round Table, the town’s largest firework display will be accompanied by food stalls and entertainment to keep the whole family happy. It is a truly wonderful way to experience this historic landmark. Better still, all the profits raised from the event will used to support local charities, worthy causes and community projects.
