The Best Bonfire Night Events in the North of England
If you’re in the North of England and looking for the best Bonfire Night events for 2025, you’re in luck! From Manchester to Newcastle, Cheshire to Lancashire, this region has no shortage of exciting fireworks displays, family fun, and traditional bonfires.
Whether you’re looking for a big city display or a local community event, we’ve got you covered with our guide to the top Bonfire Night events in the North that are guaranteed to give you a great night out with friends and family.
Manchesters Firework Extravaganza
When: Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd November 2025
Where: Mayfield Park, Baring St, Manchester M1 2PY
Tickets: Adult (17+) - £12, Child (3-16) - £8, Under 3's - Free
Get ready for three nights of spectacular fireworks at Mayfield Park. Each night will feature a 10-minute fireworks display, complete with free sparklers for the kids. You can also indulge in delicious food and drink from local traders, all set to a backdrop of music and stunning park scenery for a memorable experience.
Gulliver’s World, Warrington
When: Saturday, 1st November 2025
Where: Gulliver's World, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 9YZ
Tickets: from £26
If you fancy a day of rides followed by a bit of sky-painting, Gulliver’s World has you sorted. The park’s staying open until 6.30pm, with a firework display lined up to cap off the fun. Your ticket will get you your fill of rides and fireworks, but if you want to push the boat out, there’s a ‘Fireworks Feast’ package, which throws in some stage entertainment and grub. It’s a solid plan for a family day out – just watch out for that post-candyfloss sugar crash.
Partridge Lakes Firework Display
When: 1st, 2nd & 5th November 2025
Where: Partridge Lakes, Glaziers Ln, Culcheth, WA3 4AQ
Tickets: Adult (17+) - £15, Child (3-16) - £10, Under 2's - Free
Why have one fireworks display when you can have three? Partridge Lakes in Culcheth is making Bonfire Night a full-blown weekend event, with live music to keep the vibes going. Prepare for a ‘bigger, brighter and more thrilling’ display each night. Just don’t forget your earplugs!
Gateshead Stadium Firework Frenzy
When: 1st & 2nd November 2025
Where: Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead
Tickets: £5, Under 3s: Free
Gateshead Stadium is set to host a brand-new fireworks extravaganza with a giant fairground, live entertainment from local acts, and a resident DJ spinning tunes to keep the atmosphere buzzing. The night builds to a huge fireworks finale, promising plenty of thrills both on the ground and in the sky.
Bonfire and Fireworks at Gisburne Park Estate
When: Saturday, 1st November 2025
Where: Gisburne Park Estate, Park Road, Gisburn, Clitheroe, BB7 4PR
Tickets: Adult (13+) - £15, Child (3-12) - £8.50, Under 3's - Free
If you’re after a bonfire that’s bigger than your neighbour’s garden shed, Gisburne Park Estate is the place to be. Promising the biggest bonfire in the North, the evening also boasts live music, fire dancers, a bubble machine, and a fireworks display. Fancy a bit of VIP treatment? They’ve got that too, along with a DJ afterparty and enough food and drink to keep you fuelled through the evening.
Blackburn Charity Bonfire
When: Saturday 1st November 2025
Where: Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 2TP
Tickets: Adult (16+): £4, Teenagers: (13-15) £4, Child: £1
This is a family-friendly affair complete with fairground rides, live music, food, bonfire and a bar for those who like their fireworks with a pint in hand. it's all in the name of raising money for local charities. Nothing beats watching things go boom in the sky while helping a good cause, right?
From the Ground Comes Light, St Helens.
When: 5th November 2025
Where: The Totally Wicked Stadium, McManus Drive, St Helens, WA9 3AL
Tickets: Adult: £11, Child: £6, Under 2s: Free
Back for a fourth year there’s plenty to keep you entertained, with live entertainment, both inside and outside of the venue, loads of food and drink options, kids activities, and, of course, a firework show to properly light up the night. It’s a proper family night out, and at a decent price, too.
Accrington Stanley’s Firework Display
When: Sunday, 2nd November 2025
Where: Wham Stadium, Livingstone Rd, Accrington BB5 5BX
Tickets: Adult: £4, Child (Under 16s): £2, Family: £10
Accrington Stanley know how to put on a show! Their popular fireworks display is back this year with a funfair, food, drinks, and a cracking community atmosphere. It’s one of the area’s most popular events – so bring an appetite and get ready for some proper bangs and flashes!
Silver Jubilee Bridge Fireworks
When: Sunday, 3rd November 2025
Where: Silver Jubilee Bridge, Runcorn WA8 0DT
Tickets: Free
For a riverside firework display with a bit of extra sparkle, make your way to the Silver Jubilee Bridge. The fireworks start at 7pm, but the fun kicks off at 6pm with music and a light show on the newly kitted-out LED bridge. Thousands are expected to line the River Mersey to catch the display, so get there early to snag a good spot – it’s free, after all.
Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza, Chester
When: Saturday, 8th November 2025
Where: The Racecourse, Chester, CH1 2LY
Tickets: £9, Under 5s: Free with a paying adult
The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza is one of the city’s most anticipated events, drawing in thousands for an evening of firework displays, live DJs, a fun fair, and all sorts of family-friendly fun. There’s even a low-noise firework display for those who prefer their fireworks a little less thunderous. Best of all, every penny raised goes to local charities, so you’ll be helping the community while watching the sky light up – what’s not to love?
Norwich's Firefest
When: Saturday, 1st November 2025
Where: Verdin Park, Northwich, Cheshire CW8 1BG
Tickets: Adults (16+) – £10, Child (4-15) £5, Under 4's - Free
Get ready for an unforgettable night as over 2,800 individual firework bursts light up the sky, some stretching over 75 meters wide, all choreographed to music from Radio Northwich! Alongside the stunning fireworks and bonfire, families can enjoy a funfair featuring kiddies’ rides and a variety of food and drink options to keep everyone satisfied.
How To Plan Your Bonfire Night Like A Pro
Before you head out into the night, a bit of planning goes a long way — especially with crowds and cold weather in the mix. Here are a few quick tips to make sure the only sparks flying are the ones in the sky:
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Book early: The most popular fireworks displays regularly sell out weeks in advance.
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Arrive on time: Gates often open well before the fireworks start, so you can snag a good viewing spot (and avoid car park chaos).
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Dress for the weather: Think layers, boots and gloves. You’ll be standing around, and it gets cold fast once the sun goes down.
Bonfire Night Safety Reminder
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement, but safety should never take a back seat. Always follow event rules and keep a safe distance from the fireworks and bonfire areas.
If you’re heading to a display with little ones, consider bringing ear defenders — especially for younger kids who might be startled by the noise.
And if you’re planning your own back garden fireworks display, check local council rules on noise curfews and safety distances.
Create Your Own Bonfire Night Fireworks Display
Prefer to skip the crowds and queues and create something spectacular at home instead?
At Epic Fireworks, we’ve got everything you need to put on an unforgettable Bonfire Night display of your own. From sparklers and fountains to sky-filling barrages and rockets, our range is packed with premium fireworks that are up to five times more powerful than supermarket options.
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A carefully curated set of fireworks
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A clear firing order guide so you can fire like a pro
So whether you’re planning a small garden gathering or a full-on street party, you can create a display that rivals the big public shows — minus the queues and crowds.
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