Where to See Free Bonfire Night Fireworks in London: 5 November and the Weekend

Bonfire Night officially lands on Thursday 5 November 2026, though the festivities spread across the next four days with displays all over the capital. Most major events require tickets. Alexandra Palace charges £21 for entry, which includes karaoke hosted by Shaun Williamson — known as Barry from EastEnders — a German beer festival and a performance by a Queen tribute band. At Battersea Park, Saturday's £18.60 ticket covers a disco ceilidh, a DJ set from Rudimental and a live Latin band.

For those after a free night out, Coram's Fields in Camden is the standout option on 5 November. The family event is first come, first served, with capacity for 6,000 visitors. Gates open at 3.30pm with funfair rides, food stalls and local youth group performances, before a 20-minute fireworks display launches at 6pm. Note that adults without children are not admitted. On Saturday 7 November, Harrow's Byron Park hosts a partially free event — entry is free between 12pm and 3pm only, after which admission costs £20 per adult and £15 for children. The event combines Guy Fawkes Night with Diwali, featuring Bollywood dancers, Indian food, a funfair and henna stands, with fireworks beginning at 7.45pm.

If you prefer to watch from a distance, Parliament Hill on Hampstead Heath offers sweeping views across multiple London boroughs. For south-east London, One Tree Hill in Honor Oak Park is a solid vantage point. The Tate Modern's Level 10 viewing platform is another option, with the building open until 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Avoid Greenwich Park and Primrose Hill — both close before the main displays begin.