The Best Firework Displays In London & How To Get Tickets
Amidst the haunting Halloween events and extravagant Christmas displays, Guy Fawkes Night is often forgotten about. But for the thrill seekers, the 5th of November is an annual highlight, and in true London spirit, the city doesn’t do firework displays by halves. If you’re wondering where you should head this weekend, we’ve got you covered with our edit.
From Alexandra Palace’s legendary experience to Battersea Park’s extravaganza, these are the best firework displays in London to book for a memorable Bonfire Night.
Alexandra Palace
Ally Pally’s annual firework display is legendary. Not only is it a huge display, but the views across the capital are nearly as stunning as the pyrotechnics.
Ally Pally’s annual firework display is legendary.
Accompanying the fireworks, there’s a promised light show, not to mention one of the biggest bonfires in London.
When: Friday 31st & Saturday 1st November
Where: Alexandra Palace Way, Muswell Hill, N22 7AY
Website: www.fireworks.london
Wimbledon Park
Wimbledon Park will host a bonfire and fireworks night alongside a sister event over at Morden Hall Park (scroll down). The event, on Saturday 8th November, will be split into a child-friendly event, lit at 6:45pm and accompanied by ‘child-friendly fireworks’, and a second fireworks show at 8:30pm.
The evening will be complete with stalls, a bar and a small funfair, perfect for all ages.
When: 8th November
Where: Home Park Road, Wimbledon Park, SW19 8AU
Website: www.seetickets.com
Barnes Bonfire Night
Over in Barnes Village, the neighbourhood’s annual Guy Fawkes bonfire night returns on Saturday, 8th November.
Alongside the mesmerising fireworks display, expect a traditional bonfire, hot mulled wine, a large bar, hot dogs and burgers, and even the chance to enter a competition to light the bonfire. There’ll be music alongside as well as a live performance from the legendary Papa George and his band.
When: Saturday 8th November
Where: The Club House, 261 Lonsdale Road, SW13 9QL
Website: www.barnessportsclub.com
Battersea Park
Pretty much the doyen of London fireworks displays, the whole of South West London eagerly anticipates the release of Battersea Park tickets.
Saturday will kick off with fun pre-show entertainment such as the Day of the Dead Party, Big Smoke Brass UK, fire dancers and acrobats, followed by its usual stunning fireworks display starting at 8:30pm. Sunday is the more family-friendly event, complete with a Shrek Tribute Band: The Ogretones and a LED dance experience. Fireworks will start at 7:00pm.
When: Saturday 1st November and Sunday 2nd November
Where: Battersea Park, Battersea, SW11 4NJ
Website: www.batterseaparkfireworks.com
The whole of South West London eagerly anticipates the release of Battersea Park tickets.
Morden Park
There’s more to Morden than just the end of the Northern Line. Not least, Morden Park, the National Trust house and gardens and the 2025 fireworks destination.
Run as a twin event to Wimbledon Park’s display, like its sibling, there will be two fireworks displays, the first timed for and aimed at children and the second for the grown-ups.
Children and grownups alike will no doubt enjoy the funfair that will be put on for the night, along with food stalls and a bar.
When: Tuesday, 5th November
Where: Morden Park, SM4 5QU
Website: www.seetickets.com
Beckenham Fireworks In The Park
Beckenham beckons with a family-friendly firework display that’s one of London’s best established – it’s been going since 1946. Starting with a quieter display at 6pm for the kiddos, the main event will be at 7:15pm, and the professional fireworks display will light up South London.
Firework lovers can look forward to a range of food and drink stalls, from chicken naan wraps to jerk chicken, wood-fired pizza to Polish sausage hot dogs.
When: Saturday 8th November
Where: Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Croydon Road, Beckenham, BR3 3PR
Website: www.beckenhamfireworks.com
