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Bonfire Night in London 2026: Fireworks & Planning Guide
Bonfire Night is 5 November. Compare London fireworks outings, choose the right dated display and plan tickets, family needs, viewing and transport.
- Bonfire Night
- Thursday 5 November 2026
- Display dates
- May differ from 5 November
- Booking
- Choose a specific day and entry
- Family planning
- Check noise and access advice
When is Bonfire Night in London?
Bonfire Night, also called Guy Fawkes Night, is 5 November each year.
In 2026 that is a Thursday. Organised displays may take place on a nearby weekend, so the name of the celebration is not the date of your ticket.
Read the dated guides above and then confirm the organiser’s current schedule. Keep gates opening, last admission and the fireworks start as separate times in your plan.
Choose the display that suits your group
Compare the overall visit: travel distance, entertainment before and after the display, access arrangements and how long you will be outdoors.
A festival programme and a shorter fireworks outing can suit very different groups. Read the specific day’s programme rather than assuming both nights are identical.
If you want dinner, leave a generous gap before admission; arriving at the park is only the first step toward finding the correct entrance and viewing area.
03Taking children to a fireworks display
Check the organiser’s age and family guidance, pushchair arrangements, toilets, quiet areas and exit options.
Fireworks can be loud and sudden even at a family-labelled event. Consider suitable hearing protection and agree where to go if someone wants to leave.
Dress for waiting outdoors rather than just walking from the station. Keep children close in crowded areas and choose a visible meeting point that is outside the main flow of people.
Ask the organiser about any access needs that determine whether the visit is suitable.
04Tickets and what the price includes
Check the exact day, entry category and any separate charges for rides, food or other attractions.
A promotional image is not a list of inclusions. Use the organiser’s booking link and read its cancellation policy, including how changes caused by weather are handled.
Do not assume a ticket for one night can be used on another. Save the barcode and entry instructions before travelling so that poor reception at the gate does not become a problem.
05Getting there and getting home
Use the entrance named on your ticket, not just the park postcode.
Review the organiser’s travel guidance and TfL’s current journey planner. After a display, the nearest station or bus stop may be busy; allow time for queues and walking.
Agree a backup meeting point with your group. Avoid a tightly timed restaurant or train booking immediately after the advertised display end, especially if the event continues with entertainment.
06Fireworks safety and considerate planning
The London Fire Brigade recommends attending an organised display rather than holding your own.
Follow the event’s instructions and do not bring personal fireworks unless the organiser expressly allows them. Think about companions who are sensitive to noise and avoid bringing pets to a loud display.
This guide is for choosing and attending outings; it does not sell fireworks. For firework and bonfire safety advice, use the Fire Brigade’s guidance linked below.
Your planning checklist
- Choose the actual display date, not just 5 November.
- Check gates, last entry and display time separately.
- Confirm family, access and noise arrangements.
- Read ticket inclusions and cancellation terms.
- Plan a realistic route home after the crowd leaves.
Questions, answered
Are London fireworks always on 5 November?
No. Bonfire Night itself is 5 November, but organised displays often use nearby dates. Check the exact date on the organiser’s event page and your ticket.
Can I watch a ticketed display for free from outside?
Do not rely on an outside view. Sightlines, barriers and access can change, and surrounding land may be restricted. Use the organiser’s approved attendance arrangements.
Does LONNOW sell fireworks?
No. This page helps you plan organised fireworks outings and find event information.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The organiser decides whether the event runs or changes. Check its updates and the cancellation terms attached to your booking.
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