13 incredible Bonfire Night events and firework displays happening in and near Bristol this week

It’s officially Bonfire Night (November 5), and many venues in and near Bristol will be celebrating tonight and/or this weekend with incredible bonfires and firework displays.

Whether you are looking for a stunning firework display, a brilliant bonfire or a quieter event, there’s something for everyone.

Here are 13 incredible events in and near Bristol to look forward to this week:

Bristol

- Guy Fawkes Night: Hosted at Victoria Park on November 5, there will be no fireworks at this event, but there will be a huge bonfire and several food and drink stalls.

- The Fifth: Hosted at Ashton Court Mansion on November 5, the event features 3 stages with an epic line-up of UK bands and DJs, music, poetry, and art from Bristol's folk scene, and local bands. To book your tickets, click here.

- Fireworks Display at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club: The annual dazzling firework display is back on November 7 from 6pm. There will also be rides, music, food and drink stalls. To book your tickets, click here.

- Bonfire Night Party: Hosted at the Rooftop Terrace at Clifton Observatory on November 8, the event features a fire performer, DJ, hot food stand and rooftop bar. To book your tickets, click here.

- Bristol Fireworks Fiesta: Hosted at Canford Park on November 6 from 5.30pm. In addition to the fireworks, Party Peeps will be providing family-friendly fun, music, and entertainment throughout the evening. The night will culminate in a post-display family foam party, so guests are encouraged to stay after the fireworks. To book your tickets, click here.

- Bishop Road Fireworks Extravaganza: The spectacular fireworks and Laser Show is back at Bishop Road Primary School on November 8, with all proceeds going to support the Bishop Road Primary School PTFA. To book your tickets, click here.

- Fireworks at Imperial Sports Ground: Held on November 8, expect a dazzling fireworks display, funfair rides and games suitable for both children and adults, a selection of tasty food stalls offering hot and cold options, drinks and light refreshments, and glow and light-up toys distributed to add extra sparkle to the evening. To book your tickets, click here.

North East Somerset

- Spectacular Fireworks to Music: From November 5 to 8, Avon Valley Adventure Park will once again team up with Aardvark FX, their world-class pyrotechnics and special effects friends, to bring you another jaw-dropping spectacular. To book your tickets, click here.

South Gloucestershire

- Downend Round Table Fireworks: Bristol's biggest and best Charity Fireworks Event is returning to the usual venue at King George V Playing Fields, Downend, on November 7 from 5.30pm. The event will feature two fireworks shows, and a magical mix of music, lights and flames to entertain the crowd of all ages. To book your tickets, click here.

- Silent Firework Display: Kingswood Rugby Club will host its Silent Fireworks Display on November 7 from 5.30pm. The event will also feature a BBQ, bar and DJ. All profits from the event will go towards redeveloping the club facilities and enhancing the experience for members and the local community.

- Fireworks Display: The Chantry will be hosting its Annual Fireworks Night in the beautiful walled gardens of the historic building on November 7 from 5.30pm. To book your tickets, click here.

- Thornbury Round Table Fireworks 2025: Hosted at Mundy Playing Fields on November 8, the event features a special quieter Children’s Display, followed by the lighting of the signature Bonfire, and concludes with the grand main fireworks spectacle that lights up the night sky. There will also be a vibrant Food Village offering a wide range of delicious options, including Indian street food, Greek dishes, fried chicken, ice cream, loaded fries, tacos, pizza, waffles, donuts, churros, noodles, burgers, BBQ, coffee, and a fully stocked bar. There will also be games, and interactive entertainment, as well as a family foam party. To book your tickets, click here.

- Bonfire Night in Iron Acton 2025: The event is hosted by Acton Aid at High Iron Acton’s High Street on November 8 from 5.30pm, and will feature a massive bonfire and professional fireworks display. To book your tickets, click here.