BONFIRE NIGHT EVENTS
Light up your night! Our recommendations for the best Bonfire Night events in London As the crisp Autumn air descends upon us, families all over London are preparing to celebrate Bonfire Night in style. Firework displays are, of course, a beloved event every year, and there are many events held across London. So, we’ve rounded up some of the best and most spectacular firework displays being held across London this year. Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival (Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November)
Easily one of the biggest and most breath-taking events of them all, the Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival is an absolute must-see. Families can enjoy dancing to live music and tribute acts, scoffing down some street food and whizzing around the ice rink, whilst parents may enjoy a drink or two at the UK’s largest German Bier festival. The night ends with the festival’s famous panoramic views of London being lit up with dazzling pyrotechnics. www.alexandrapalace.com/whatson/ally-pallys-fireworks-festival-4
Battersea Park Fireworks (Saturday 4th November)
Battersea boasts the return of its iconic firework display this year, with a roaring bonfire and plenty of food and drink options too. Sunday night has an earlier start time as the more family-friendly display, with a light show instead of a bonfire. So, come prepared for glow-in-thedark face paint and a magical evening for all involved!
Dulwich Firework Display (Saturday 4th November)
Dulwich Firework Display is perfect for families with its “kids for a quid” deal that sees tickets for under-16s sold at just £1 each. When on site, you can help yourself to mulled wine, barbecue, pizza and more, in time for the glittery fireworks display at 7pm. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dulwichfirework-display-2023-kids-for-aquid-tickets-651601165627
www.batterseaparkfireworks.com
Harrow & Wembley Fireworks (Saturday 4th November)
With a huge 20-minute musical fireworks display planned at the end of the night, Harrow Fireworks is an unmissable whole-day event. The funfair and bar marquee open at 12pm, whilst the market stalls and family zone, where kids can enjoy activities ranging from a caricaturist to a petting zoo, open at 1pm. www.harrowfireworks.co.uk
Beckenham Fireworks in the Park (Saturday 4th November)
Beckenham Fireworks in the Park run their main fireworks display at 7:45pm, as well as a quieter display at 6pm for smaller children. This event is run by the Beckenham Scouts, who have been doing this event every year since 1946, so you’re in for a good time, with a funfair, tasty street food and warm drinks to see you through the night. www.beckenhamfireworks.com EMILY PARSONS Co-Editor
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