Start your November with a bang at one of the North’s premier bonfire nights this year. From Manchester to Nottingham, we’ve listed some of the largest Guy Fawkes events that are happening across the North of England. If you’re looking for something more local, we’ve got you covered there too, so hop on a train and get involved in the most spectacular nights of the year.
Bonfire Night Events in Manchester
Bowdon Club
When: 1st November
Where: Bowdon Cricket, Hockey and Squash Club
The Bowdon Club is back again for another year, serving fantastic fireworks displays, hot BBQ food, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Happening since 1968, the fireworks display is a great way to support a local cricket, hockey, and squash club while also having a great time under dazzling displays. Gates open at 6pm, and the first fireworks, the children’s display, go off at 7pm sharp. Buy advanced tickets to save on entrance and enjoy a fun night out with your family.
Bramhall Fireworks Festival
When: 1st November
Where: Stockport Rugby Club
Bramhall Fireworks Festival is a jack-of-all-trades event with music, food, dancers, fireworks, and more. This year the festival has a themed firework display that is geared toward global superstar, Taylor Swift. There will also be a fun fair, a food court, and a variety of bars available for refreshments. Gates open at 5pm with live music acts timings and more available on their Facebook page.
Bonfire Night Events in Leeds
Autumn Lights
When: 2nd November
Where: Temple Newsam Park
The Leeds Autumn Lights Festival is one of the premier Bonfire Night Events in the North and promises an evening of fun and fireworks starting from 4pm. The fireworks begin at 7.40pm, however, there is plenty of food and drinks to keep you occupied alongside live music from award-winning DJ Ryan Swain and a fire show from La Flamo. Save money with advanced tickets for the festival and make your travel easy with Northern.
Neon the Night
When: 3rd November
Where: Peel Park, Bradford
Neon the Night is an alternative to a traditional Bonfire Night, perfect for any small children or those who want to avoid the noises associated with fireworks. Head on down to Peel Park to see a selection of neon artwork that’ll light up the night just as bright as fireworks.
Bonfire Night Events in Sheffield
Illuminate the Gardens
When: 1st-3rd November
Where: Sheffield Botanical Gardens
The seventh year of Illuminate the Gardens promises to be the biggest and best one yet, with the theme, hidden treasures, creating great free activities for your kids to get involved in. There will also be plenty to eat whilst you peruse the installations at your leisure. Buy tickets today to see the fantastic light artworks as well as their brilliant fireworks display.
Penistone Community Bonfire
When: 2nd November
Where: Penistone Show Ground
The Penistone Roundtable returns to produce another night of fun with fireworks, a bonfire, and hot food and drinks available throughout it, all for £5 for over-16s (under-16s go free). Gates are open from 6pm with the bonfire lighting at 7pm and fireworks 30 minutes after. The event closes at 9pm, promising a short and condensed night of fun for all ages. The Roundtable suggest booking early to guarantee a place for your family.
Bonfire Night Events in Nottingham
Nottingham Street Food x Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
When: 1st-2nd November
Where: Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
Food, fireworks, and friends, the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is your one-stop shop for everything great about Bonfire Night. With Notts Street Food bringing in a diverse variety of delicious street food options and stands to watch the kaleidoscope of colours erupting from the fireworks, there’s no better place to be in Nottingham on the 1st and 2nd of November.
Disney in the Dark
When: 2nd November
Where: Nottingham Racecourse
A great family event to kickstart your November, Disney in the Dark is a themed night with fireworks set to the tempo of all your favourite Disney hits. Couple this with a funfair and plenty of refreshments, you’ll want to stay until close at 8pm. Book now to secure a place for you and your family to indulge in the quintessential Disney experience this November.
Bonfire Night Events in Liverpool
Prescot & Odyssey Cricket Club
When: 2nd November
Where: Prescot & Odyssey Cricket Club
Presot & Odyssey Cricket Club is back again for another year of colourful fireworks lighting up the sky along with funfair activities and refreshments. Keep yourself entertained until the fireworks at 7.30pm with the bonfire, the bar, rides, and stalls. Keep in mind the event is ticket only, so book early to get your spot and support a local venue.
River of Light
When: 25th October - 5th November
Where: Liverpool Waterfront
The River of Light is a yearly event starting on the 25th of October and going until Bonfire Night. Every night you’ll see a variety of artwork and light displays that’ll be sure to amaze and delight your senses. This is a great way to support local and international artists as well as indulge in different levels of play throughout the event. Find out more on the official site, and decide how you’d like to get involved in this year’s River of Light.
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