Guy Fawkes Night 2019: best firework displays in London
Wondering where to watch the fireworks in London? Bonfire Night 2019 is ablaze with impressive displays. Culture Whisper rounds up the best
Guy Fawkes 2019: best firework displays in London
Remember, remember the 5th of November. Book now to make sure you don't
miss out on London's firework displays this year. The city will be
ablaze with bright colours and bangs all weekend long before the big
day, which falls on a Tuesday this year. While many displays are still to be announced, we've rounded up those you can book already.
Alexandra Palace
Friday 1 November | Saturday 2 November
You'd be hard pressed to find a firework festival bigger or brighter than the yearly offering from Alexandra Palace. Families should arrive early to enjoy the ice-skating rink and the enormous family area with a bonfire and funfair. With promise of live music and a laser show, this is a must-see event for the whole family.
Click here to book your tickets
Crystal Palace Park
Tuesday 5 November | 7pm children's show | 8:30pm main family show
Head to Crystal Palace Park this Guy Fawkes night to watch the green space come to life with colour. There will be two shows commemorating the gunpowder treason and plot: one for children at 7pm, with fewer bangs but more colours, and the main event, which will take place at 8:30. All proceeds from the event will go to support St Christopher's.
Click here to book your tickets
Battersea Park
Saturday 2 November | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
The legendary annual display at Battersea Park always goes off with a bang. Expect crowds and come early for a display by award-winning Jubilee Fireworks – also, as the queue for the bar is always snaking, we advise bringing along your own cans (glass is not allowed).
Tickets available from September
Looking for a different view?
If you want to watch the celebrations, but don't want to deal with the crowds, don't worry. You have options. Head up to the top floor of Heron Tower to watch London light up from the confines of Duck and Waffle. Visit the Shard's Oblix for a cocktail at their Lounge Bar and an uncluttered view of the festivities. Or, head down to Tattershall Castle, the pub on the Thames for a view that's a bit more down to earth.
Alexandra Palace
Friday 1 November | Saturday 2 November
You'd be hard pressed to find a firework festival bigger or brighter than the yearly offering from Alexandra Palace. Families should arrive early to enjoy the ice-skating rink and the enormous family area with a bonfire and funfair. With promise of live music and a laser show, this is a must-see event for the whole family.
Click here to book your tickets
Crystal Palace Park
Tuesday 5 November | 7pm children's show | 8:30pm main family show
Head to Crystal Palace Park this Guy Fawkes night to watch the green space come to life with colour. There will be two shows commemorating the gunpowder treason and plot: one for children at 7pm, with fewer bangs but more colours, and the main event, which will take place at 8:30. All proceeds from the event will go to support St Christopher's.
Click here to book your tickets
Battersea Park
Saturday 2 November | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
The legendary annual display at Battersea Park always goes off with a bang. Expect crowds and come early for a display by award-winning Jubilee Fireworks – also, as the queue for the bar is always snaking, we advise bringing along your own cans (glass is not allowed).
Tickets available from September
Looking for a different view?
If you want to watch the celebrations, but don't want to deal with the crowds, don't worry. You have options. Head up to the top floor of Heron Tower to watch London light up from the confines of Duck and Waffle. Visit the Shard's Oblix for a cocktail at their Lounge Bar and an uncluttered view of the festivities. Or, head down to Tattershall Castle, the pub on the Thames for a view that's a bit more down to earth.
