The days are getting shorter, cosy knits are being shrugged on and reddened leaves are covering the pavements – autumn has well and truly arrived in London and that can only mean one thing: Bonfire Night.
From drone shows and enormous bonfires to a singalong with an EastEnders actor, a slew of spectacular events have confirmed their return for 2026.
Other favourites have expanded, including Alexandra Palace, which is holding a two-day Fireworks & Drone Festival, while Blackheath Fireworks is making a triumphant return after last year’s sell-out.
Read on for the biggest and best Bonfire Night…
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