London’s 2025 Fireworks & Bonfire Displays: Your Guide to the Capital’s Brightest Nights
There’s something about November in London that hits differently. The evenings are crisp, scarves are back, and suddenly the air smells faintly of woodsmoke and toffee apples. It can only mean one thing Bonfire Night season is back, and in 2025, it’s shaping up to be one of the brightest, loudest, and most atmospheric celebrations in years.
This year’s fireworks aren’t packed into one frantic weekend, either. They’re stretched across two weekends and a few midweek displays, giving Londoners and visitors more flexibility and, if you’re keen, more chances to catch more than one show.
So whether you’re after family-friendly fireworks, classic bonfires, or full-on festival vibes, here’s your complete guide to where and how to celebrate Bonfire Night 2025 in London all without the overwhelm.
Why Londoners Still Love Bonfire Night
For something that began in 1605 with Guy Fawkes, London has turned Bonfire Night into a uniquely British mix of nostalgia, excitement, and community spirit. The crackle of fireworks, the glow of bonfires, the smell of mulled wine and barbecue it’s part tradition, part neighbourhood get-together.
And because London is London, each area does it differently. From grand displays with drone shows to small community bonfires where you can stand five feet from the flames, there’s something for everyone.
The Big One: Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival
If you only go to one fireworks event this year, make it Alexandra Palace the undisputed heavyweight of Bonfire Night in London. Running across two nights (Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November 2025), this North London classic isn’t just a fireworks display; it’s an entire experience.
Picture this: food stalls from London’s best street vendors, craft beer tents, live DJs, a huge bonfire overlooking the skyline, and even a drone light show this year to mix old and new. The fireworks themselves explode above the city like a technicolour crown you can see them from miles away.
Tickets start at £18, and while you could technically watch from nearby hills, it’s worth buying a ticket part of the proceeds go towards local community projects. Gates open at 6pm and the main show kicks off at 8 or 9pm, depending on the night. Trust me: get there early, grab a hot cider, and find a spot with a view of the skyline.
Battersea Park Fireworks: The Classic South London Night Out
Across the river, Battersea Park Fireworks continues to be one of South London’s biggest nights of the year. This two-night event (Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November) blends nostalgia with spectacle fairground rides, live entertainment, and a stunning fireworks finale choreographed to music.
Tickets are around £15, and the park opens from 6pm, with fireworks at 8:30pm. The organisers have done a brilliant job of keeping it family-friendly while still feeling like a proper London night out. The fairground glows, the river reflects the lights, and there’s always a mix of laughter and cheering in the air.
If you’re planning to go, note that it gets busy. Arrive early, bring a blanket, and make an evening of it.
Blackheath Fireworks: Back After a Break
After a long hiatus, Blackheath Fireworks returns and yes, this year it’s a ticketed event. Once famous for its massive free crowds, the organisers have shifted to a paid model to keep things safe and sustainable. But don’t worry it’s still got that communal, open-air energy.
Expect a sprawling fairground, food stalls serving everything from jerk chicken to churros, and a spectacular fireworks finale lighting up the heath. Tickets are £16, and the main show starts at 8pm on Saturday 1 November.
Family Fun at Herne Hill Velodrome
For something smaller but charming, the Herne Hill Velodrome Fireworks on 1 November is perfect. Gates open at 5pm, the bonfire lights up at 6pm, and fireworks follow at 7pm.
There’s something really nostalgic about this one families wrapped up in scarves, kids with sparklers, local food stalls, and that unmistakable smell of woodsmoke and sugar. Tickets are around £13, and it’s worth every penny.
Ealing Cricket Club: West London’s Hidden Gem
If you’re in West London, Ealing Cricket Club’s fireworks night is always a top pick. It’s relaxed, fun, and welcoming the kind of event where you bump into half the local community.
It happens on 1 November, with gates opening at 6pm and fireworks at 7:45pm. There’s a bar, street food, and a bonfire that could roast a whole forest of marshmallows. Tickets cost around £12, and it’s ideal if you want that classic Bonfire Night feel without massive crowds.
Central London: Coram’s Fields (For Families Only)
Right in the middle of the city, Coram’s Fields hosts a rare central London display and it’s free! The catch? Adults can only attend if they’re accompanied by a child.
It’s one of the sweetest community events in the city, with gentle fireworks, a family-friendly atmosphere, and early timings (gates open at 4:10pm, fireworks at 6pm). It’s perfect for young families who want the magic without the noise or the late-night crowds.
Walthamstow’s Dual Displays
Walthamstow is going all out this year, with low-noise displays for kids and pets at 6pm, followed by the main fireworks at 8pm across multiple dates 5, 7, and 8 November.
Tickets are £9.50, and it’s one of the few places that actually thinks about accessibility for everyone. There’s a funfair, food stalls, and plenty of open space to spread out.
A Fiery Tradition in Teddington & Richmond
The leafy corners of Southwest London always do Bonfire Night beautifully. Richmond Athletic Ground lights up on 2 November with fireworks at 7pm, while Teddington’s Anglers Pub and Collis Primary School both host smaller local events with cozy bonfires and community spirit.
You can grab a mulled wine by the river, hear the fireworks echo across the Thames, and feel like you’ve stepped into a postcard. Tickets range from £10 to £14.
The Wild Cards: Bonfire Night Meets Diwali
This year, Harrow’s Byron Park Fireworks will also celebrate Diwali a clever and joyful mix of cultures that makes London so special. Expect vibrant colours, traditional music, and fireworks choreographed to Bollywood beats.
It’s on 8 November, tickets are around £15, and the atmosphere is unbeatable think carnival meets community party.
Smaller But Worth It: From Dulwich to Wimbledon
Across the capital, smaller displays are popping up in neighbourhoods like Dulwich, Epsom, Finchley, and Southgate many adding drone shows and low-noise fireworks this year for a modern twist.
Epsom’s Hood Road Arena is doing a double feature with a bonfire, funfair, and a low-noise kids’ show before the main event. Southgate’s Walker Ground even has a drone show lighting up the sky before the fireworks begin.
If you prefer something calmer but still spectacular, Wimbledon Park’s display (on both 5 and 8 November) is always a crowd favourite it’s polished, well-organised, and easy to reach by Tube.
Making the Most of Bonfire Night in London
If this is your first Bonfire Night in the city, here’s a local tip: wrap up warm, bring cash, and always arrive early. The queues for food and toilets can stretch longer than the fireworks themselves.
Take public transport parking near most venues is a nightmare and remember that some events check bags at entry.
And yes, you’ll smell faintly of smoke for the next 24 hours, but that’s part of the charm.
London’s Fireworks, in Spirit and Sound
There’s something timeless about standing shoulder to shoulder with strangers, faces lit up by fireworks, hearing kids gasp and adults cheer. London might change every year, but that moment when the sky lights up and everyone pauses never gets old.
Bonfire Night is nostalgia, chaos, laughter, and togetherness all rolled into one.
So pick your park, grab your gloves, and let November light up your London.
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