Bonfire Night 2026: Best places to watch fireworks in London

The days are getting shorter, cosy knits are being shrugged on and reddened leaves are covering the pavements - autumn has well and truly arrived in London and that can only mean one thing: Bonfire Night.

From drone shows and enormous bonfires to a singalong with an EastEnders actor, a slew of spectacular events have confirmed their return for 2026.

Other favourites have expanded, including Alexandra Palace, which is holding a two-day Fireworks & Drone Festival, while Blackheath Fireworks is making a triumphant return after last year’s sell-out.

Read on for the biggest and best Bonfire Night events across London:

Alexandra Palace

Previously voted the UK’s best bonfire night celebration, Alexandra Palace is back with its Fireworks and Drone Festival for 2026, from Saturday, November 7 to Sunday, November 8.

Expect a full festival atmosphere on day one, with an outdoor DJ set, London’s largest German Bier Festival and a Queen tribute band, alongside a firework display at 8pm.

The annual Fireworks and Drone Festival at Alexandra Palace

Getty

Sunday offers more of a relaxed family-centred vibe, with a jungle kids’ rave, a karaoke singalong with EastEnders actor Shaun Williamson and a 6pm display.

Where: Alexandra Palace Park, N22 7AY

When: Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8

Tickets: From £6.50

Blackheath Common

The park returned last year following a six-year absence and is back again for a huge fireworks display this weekend.

Garage icons DJ Luck & MC Neat are headlining the Big Top music stage, along with 90s house legend Brandon Block. There’s also a funfair and a food village boasting over 60 street food traders and over 150 meters of bars pouring mulled wine, winter cocktails, and craft beers.

Organisers have expanded the site and are expecting up to 40,000 visitors, making it one of the largest fireworks celebrations in the capital. A new addition is the People's Stage, which will showcase local performers and community talent across Lewisham.

When: Saturday, November 7

Tickets: From £5

Wimbledon Park Fireworks

The family-friendly event in south London features musical fireworks show, funfair attractions, street food and bars, with tickets expected to sell quickly.

Visitors can choose between two events - one on Thursday, November 5 at Wimbledon Park and the main event on Saturday, November 7 at Morden Park.

The show includes DJ sets from Lisa Maffia at Wimbledon and BBC Radio 1 host Dean McCullough at Morden. On both nights, gates and rides open from 5.15pm, followed by an earlier first fireworks show at 6.45pm for young children, and a second session opening at 7.15pm.

Where: Wimbledon Park, SW19 7HR and Morden Hall Road, Morden, London SM4 5JD

When: Thursday, November 5 and Saturday, November 7

Tickets: From £11.66

Bonfire Night at Coram’s Fields

There are fireworks shows across the capital. For those who want a very London experience, head to Bloomsbury, where Coram’s Fields hosts its celebrations. As always, there will be fairground rides, food and drink, and live performances before the main event at 6pm. Entry is free but, crucially, this is a family event and adults must be accompanied by a child aged 19 or under. Gates open at 3.30pm. November 5

Battersea Park

In its 75th year, Battersea Park’s glorious Fireworks Display is open on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, with fairground rides, street food and mulled wine galore.

Rudimental and Fiesta Latina’s Conjunto Sabroso are putting on DJ sets on Saturday, followed by an 8.30pm fireworks show and a post-display dance party.

There’s more family focused fun on Sunday, with the Lords of Lightning and a Taylor Swift tribute act (Fearlessly Taylor) to a 7pm fireworks display and a Pop Anthems Afterparty with DJ Josh Lovatt.

Where: Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ

When: Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8

Tickets: From £11.50

Totteridge Millhillians Cricket Club, Barnet

Heading into north London, Totteridge Millhillians Cricket Club is hosting its annual Totteridge Fireworks Night on Friday, November 6.

It’s a seriously family-friendly affair, with food stalls, children’s rides and bonfire lighting at 6.30pm, before the main fireworks display at 7.45pm. The festivities continue afterwards with live bands, bars, and fire pits.

Where: Totteridge Millhillians Cricket Club & Bar, N20 8PB

When: Friday, November 6

Tickets: From £9.50

Byron Park, Harrow

One of west London’s most popular displays, Ealing and Harrow Fireworks combine Bonfire Night celebrations with a Diwali showcase.

Guests can enjoy a world food court, family entertainment, a funfair, face painting, glitter tattoos, and Indian henna hand art, with celebrations beginning at 12pm and free entry until 3pm. A musical fireworks display kicks off at at 7.45pm, followed by a Mega Light Show Extravaganza.

Where: Byron Park, HA3 7QX

When: Saturday, November 7

Tickets: Tickets from £11.45

Ealing Cricket Club

The Festival of Fire and Light is opening its doors to revellers at the Ealing Cricket Club on Saturday, November 7, from 6pm to 10.30pm.

There’s plenty on offer, from food stalls to an ice cream van, children’s rides, bars and mulled wine.

Where: Ealing Cricket Club, W5 2HS

When: Saturday, November 7

Tickets: Tickets from £8

Chiswick Rugby Club

The annual Community Fireworks Spectacular is returning to Chiswick Rugby Club on Saturday, November 7. The event is in association with Maggie’s Cancer Charity, meaning £2 from every ticket is donated to the cause.

Doors open at 5.30pm and the bonfire is lit at 6.30pm, with the main fireworks display kicking off at 7.30pm. Expect bars, street food, face painting, and live music to keep everyone entertained.

Where: Chiswick Rugby Football Club, W4 2SH

When: Saturday, November 7

Tickets: Tickets from £8

Walthamstow Cricket, Tennis & Squash Club

Families are in for a treat with three consecutive nights in Walthamstow from Thursday, November 5 to Saturday, November 7, as part of the Stow Firework Spectacular.

The festivities include fire performances, a calmer twilight fireworks display for younger visitors at 6pm and a massive headline fireworks show at 8pm. There are also funfair rides, local street food stalls, and a bar.

Where: Walthamstow Cricket, Tennis & Squash Club, E17 3QN

When: Thursday, November 5 to Saturday, November 7

Tickets: Tickets from £1

Southgate Fireworks

Seen as a large-scale local alternative to Alexandra Palace in north London, Southgate Fireworks is returning on Saturday, November 7.

Spectators from across Enfield, Barnet and north London are drawn to this annual event at The Walker Ground for the live entertainment, fairground attractions, food and a enormous fireworks display

Where: The Walker Ground, N14

When: Saturday, November 7

Tickets: From £9.50

Dulwich Fireworks

Dulwich Fireworks is known for being one of south London’s best local displays, attracting major crowds every year.

Family entertainment, refreshments and attractions are on offer before the fireworks go off later in the evening. The event is now sold out, but revellers will still be able to see the fireworks nearby.