The 5th of November is coming around fast, and it’s time to organise how you’re going to spend this commemorative day. Whether you’re intending on celebrating Guy Fawkes Night with your friends or family, there are a variety of fireworks events to choose from around London! Many of the gatherings are organised for the weekend before the 5th, meaning that you can get a little bit boozy without having to worry about work the next day.
1. Ally Pally’s Fireworks Festival
Named ‘the Glastonbury of fireworks displays’, Bonfire Night at Alexandra Palace is famous around London for being a spectacular night. While this event is particularly popular amongst young adults, Ally Pally’s Fireworks Festival is also suited for families and has a range of child-friendly features, including a fun fair, an ice rink, and fire jugglers! In addition to the fireworks display, there is also live music performances and a beer festival area where adults can fuel up through the evening.
From £5.50pp, 1st & 2nd November
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2. Primrose Hill
If you’re looking for a festive and affordable activity, we recommend taking a picnic and some bubbly up to Primrose Hill to watch the fireworks displays all over London. Primrose Hill is well known for being one of the best viewpoints in the city, from which you can see all of London’s famous skyscrapers which will be illuminated by the mesmerising and vibrant fireworks that light up the city.
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3. Fireworks Night Boat Party
If you want to celebrate this Bonfire Night in style, consider booking this chic boat party! Departing from Crown Pier, this boat party travels down the Thames and boasts two floors both of which feature a large bar, a DJ, and – of course – a dance floor! Additionally, this adults-only event includes a free after party worth £25, meaning that the party doesn’t have to stop when the fireworks finish and the boat docks!
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4. Musical Fireworks Display
This fireworks display takes place on the 2nd and 5th of November and is located in Modern Park on the 5th, and Wimbledon Park on the 2nd. This event is perfect for children and is musical themed, so expect to sing along to some of your favourite songs while watching the fireworks. Additionally, this event features a funfair and a variety of food and drink trucks ideal for grabbing a cold beverage throughout the night.
From £9.50pp (free entry for under-4s!), 2nd & 5th November
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