The Best Bonfire Night Events In The East Midlands

There’s nothing quite like Bonfire Night in the East Midlands. The air turns crisp, hats and scarves come out of hibernation, and the skies crackle with colour. 

Each year, towns and cities across from Derbyshire to Leicestershire and Lincolnshire to Northamptonshire pull out all the stops — with everything from roaring bonfires and fairground rides to jaw-dropping choreographed fireworks shows.

Whether you’re after a family-friendly early display or a full-on festival-style night with music, food stalls and big bangs, this is your one-stop guide to Bonfire Night events across the East Midlands.

Derbyshire County Cricket Club's Fireworks Display

When: Saturday, 8th November 2025, Gates open at 4pm
Where: The Central Co-op County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby, DE21 6DA
Tickets: Adults – £15, Juniors – £5, Family (2 Adults & up to 2 Juniors) – £35, Official Car Parking: £10

Join the excitement at Derby's Fireworks Night and Fun Fair, one of the city's most popular winter events! This year's spectacular fireworks display will be set to the hottest music tracks, lighting up the Derbyshire sky in style. Enjoy thrilling rides, classic games, and a delicious selection of food and drinks. With all this available, it's safe to say that this event has something for everyone!

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Corby's Bonfire & Fireworks Display

When: 2025's exact event date and times are TBC
Where: Area around the Boating Lake, Cottingham Road, Corby, Northants, NN17 2UN
Tickets: Free entry, but donations for local charities are welcome.

This annual bonfire and fireworks event is set to light up the skies once again. The free event features a bonfire, followed by an impressive fireworks display (usually at 7:30PM). As a highlight, the popular torchlight procession will kick off from outside Corby International Pool, set to be from 6:30 PM.

Chatsworth House

When: 31st October to 1st November 2025
Where: Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP
Tickets: Adults: £23, Child: £16

Enjoy a blazing bonfire and two spectacular fireworks displays in Chatsworth gardens, including an earlier, gentler display designed especially for youngest visitors. The evening will also include entertainment, featuring live music, circus acts and children’s entertainers.

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Bourne's Fireworks Spectacular

When: Saturday, 1st November 2025, Gates open at 3:30pm
Where: Wellhead Park, Bourne, PE10 9NF
Tickets: Adults – £10, Children – £5, Under 3's - Free, Family ticket (up to 2 Adults & 3 Children) - £25

This year's event will feature live music, fairground rides, and a variety of food and drink stalls. Families can enjoy a special children's, low noise fireworks display at 5:15 PM, followed by the main display at 6:30 PM. The event will also include more fair rides, food and drink stalls and live music and entertainment between the displays.

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Rutland Lion's Fireworks Display

When: Saturday, 8th November 2025, Gates open at 5pm
Where: The Rutland Showground, Burley Park Way, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7TW
Tickets: Entry - £5, Group and Family Tickets Available from £9

Get ready for an evening packed with two fabulous fireworks displays, hosted by the Rutland Lions. With a bar at the rugby club and delicious hot food available to keep you fuelled for the festivities, it's a great night for families and fireworks enthusiasts alike!

Tickets go on sale in early October

Lincoln City's Autumn Lights

When: Friday, 31st October 2025, gates open at 3pm
Where: Lincolnshire Showground, LN2 2NA
Tickets: Adults: £14.99 online (£20 on the gate), Children (4–16): £7.99 online (£10 on the gate), Under 3s: Free

If Lincoln ever needed proof that it knows how to throw a party, Autumn Lights 2025 is it. Forget a quick bonfire and a couple of sparklers in the back garden — this is Lincolnshire’s biggest firework display, rolled into a full-blown evening of food, music, comedy, neon performers, and enough pyrotechnics to make your neighbour’s box of rockets look like a candle in the wind.

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Northampton's Free fireworks display

When: Saturday, 1st November 2025, Gates open at 4pm
Where: The Racecourse, Kettering Rd, Northampton NN1 4LG
Tickets: Free entry, but donations for local charities are welcome.

Northampton’s annual Fireworks Spectacular returns with live music from Funk Odyssey, daring fire and pyro performances, funfair rides and a bustling food village. This year’s event also marks the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton, with heritage films on the big screens. The night wraps up with a dazzling pyro-musical fireworks finale at 6pm.

Ripley Midland Railway Adventure

When: Friday 31st October, and Saturday 1st November, 2025.
Where: Butterley Station, off, B6179, Ripley DE5 3QZ
Tickets: Adults - £14.95, Child (5-16) - £1, Under 5's - Free

All aboard for a great evening on the Midland Railway! You can hop on the train from Butterley station starting at 5pm to Swanwick Junction just for the fireworks. Not only will you enjoy the dazzling display set to music, but you can also check out some vintage railway goodies, visit the Railwayman’s Church, or take a hair-raising ride on the Narrow Gauge Train through the Spooky Park

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Buxton Firework Spectacular

When: Sunday, 2nd November 2025, Gates open 4pm
Where: Buxton Cricket Ground, The Park, Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6SN
Tickets: Adults - £8, Under 13s - £4, Family (2 adults & 2 children) - £20

There’s something for everyone. TWO firework displays, various hot food vendors, Fairground for all ages, bar, music and family entertainment! Plus it has the Biggest Firework display in the area.

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Nottingham Racecourse

When: Saturday, 1st November 2025
Where: Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham, NG2 4BE, UK
Tickets: Adults: £14, Child (5-17): £8, Under 5s: Free

Cinema in the Sky is the theme of this year's event. Enjoy an unforgettable evening under the stars with a spectacular firework display, set to the magic of cinema. The night of family fun also includes traditional funfair rides and food stalls.

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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:

• Book early: The most popular East Midlands fireworks displays regularly sell out weeks in advance.

• Arrive on time: Gates often open well before the fireworks start, so you can snag a good viewing spot (and avoid car park chaos).

• 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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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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Looking for More Firework Events To Add To Your Diary This Year?

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