Bonfire Night 2022: The dazzling firework displays you won’t want to miss in Birmingham and beyond

There are so many exciting firework displays you can attend this year in and around Birmingham this year - with November 5 on a Saturday this year, many are taking place on this weekend
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The skies will be lighting up in November, with sparkling displays taking place across Birmingham and beyond. There is a host of large-scale organised events you can choose from to take the family, or just pop along with friends and enjoy fun.

With November 5 falling on a Saturday this year, many of these are taking place on the night itself. So if you want your Bonfire Night to go off with a bang - you know what to do - grab your sparklers and stock up on snacks - here are the top bonfire night and displays you can see this year.

Fireworks Spectacular Edgbaston Stadium

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One of the most popular events in the city, Edgbaston Stadium’s Fireworks Spectacular and Fun Fair is back once again for 2022.

The family-friendly event will one again feature a funfair, face painting, balloon modellers and more.

The display takes place on November 5, and gates open at 5.30pm, and the fireworks begin at 7.45pm. The funfair closes at 7.30pm for the display but reopens again at 8.10pm, and the event close at around 9pm.

You will also be able to enjoy delicious some great food and drink from a variety of stalls.

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General Admission: Adult £14.00, Under 16 £7, Family (2 Adults and 2 U16’s) £36. These tickets are available in the South Lower, Eric Hollies, West Lower, Raglan and Selco Builders Warehouse Family Stand.

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Wolverhampton Racecourse Fireworks 2022

Gather the family, wrap up warm and prepare to be captivated by this special seasonal event at Wolverhampton Racecourse. If you’re in the West Midlands and looking for a reputable firework night near you, the Wolverhampton Fireworks are renowned for our popular family friendly firework event.

There will be two fabulous firework displays - the main display and one catered towards children at an earlier time - perfect for all the family! The evening will also include a family-friendly fun fair suitable for all ages, live music and a variety of bars and food stalls around the racecourse.

Dunstall Park offers a great array of facilities that ensure a wonderful enjoyable event. There are hundreds of free parking spaces, an onsite hotel and experienced event staff who will ensure you and your family have a spectacular evening on Saturday, November 5.

You can get tickets here.

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Here’s your chance to celebrate Bonfire Night once more in Birmingham

Solihull Bonfire Night, Tudor Grange Park

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Tickets are now on sale for Solihull’s biggest and best firework display. Featuring live music, delicious food and a spellbound firework display, Solihull’s Bonfire Night is set to be a great night out for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you live in the area or are further afield, you can join in the fun on Saturday, November 5 at Tudor Grange Park. The event gets underway at 4.30pm Standard tickets cost £6.

You can buy tickets for the event, here.

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Sutton Coldfield RFC Bonfire and Fireworks

The Sutton Coldfield fireworks display will be taking place at the Sutton Coldfield Rugby Club on Saturday, 5 November. There are limited about the event at the moment, but more information will be released on the rugby club’s Facebook page, here.

This is definitely not one to miss for locals!

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Bonfire Night is returning to Birmingham and it’s going to be spectacular

Himley Hall Bonfire and Fireworks

Enjoy a stunning firework display set to music telling the story of the famous adventurer Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days. The evening will include: a Large bonfire, 30 minutes fireworks display, a giant funfair, street entertainment performances, night market, food from around the world, large screens bringing the theme to life.

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As well as a huge bonfire and spectacular firework display set to a heartstopping soundtrack, there will be a night market, street entertainers, seasonal refreshments and a huge funfair

The event takes place on Saturday, November 5, at the grounds of Himley Hall, in Dudley. Limited tickets for the premium viewing area are available on a first come-first served basis. This area is next to the hall on the south lawns and has an elevated view of the park and lake. There are also food and drink vendors including alcoholic beverages which will only be available in this area.

Tickets are available, here.

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Crowds enjoying the last firework displays in Birmingham in 2019

Drayton Manor Firework Spectacular

Drayton Manor’s Firework Spectacular is back with a bang this year!

The 10-minute Fireworks Spooktacular display will commence at 6pm this year on Saturday, 30 October. The night will include Halloween-themed fireworks and soundtrack – ending Halloween at Drayton with a bang. Then experience rides after dark in Vikings until 7pm!

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As well as experiencing all your favourites rides and attractions, you’ll also be able to visit the Castle of Spooks any time between 11am - 4pm, without the need to pre-book – included in your ticket price. Enjoy a spook-tastic 15-minute walk-around experience that the whole family will love, as guests get to meet Halloween characters as they make their way around the castle – of course, ending with trick or treating!

Get tickets here.

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All the fun of the fair at Bonfire Night displays in Birmingham in 2019

Fireworks Gala at Kenilworth castle

The brilliant Kenilworth Round Table Fireworks will take place on Saturday 5, November this year. The event has grown over many years to its current position as one of the premier firework displays in the region, attracting people to Kenilworth from all over Warwickshire and beyond.

The display is always a firm favourite in the town’s calendar, and helps to raise tens of thousands of pounds for local good causes too – all the funds from the night go straight back in to the community.

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Kenilworth Fireworks Gala

You can get tickets for the event, here.

Weston Park Bonfire & Fireworks

Weston Park’s ever popular Bonfire & Fireworks Night is back to light up the night sky! Taking place in the historic Parkland, come along to one of the region’s largest and most spectacular bonfire celebrations with entertainment for all the family.

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Centred around a giant bonfire you can enjoy the traditional fun fair; take a whirl on the waltzers or fall about laughing in the fun house. We will be serving up tasty street food and you can enjoy local ale from the award winning Hobsons Brewery whilst soaking up the atmosphere.

The event takes place on Sunday, November 6. Two sparkling firework displays will rocket into action at 6pm and 7.30pm with a dazzling finale. Gates open at 3pm, and the bonfire is lit at 5pm. Firework displays will take place at 6pm and 7.30pm

Tickets are available to buy online here.

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Bonfire Night at Alton Towers Resort

Alton Towers Ultimate Fireworks Spectacular

The Alton Towers Ultimate Fireworks Spectacular takes electrifying bursts, bangs and howls of amazing fireworks to another level with music, lights and live-action storytelling.

This is one of the UK’s most prestigious fireworks spectaculars. You can grab some warm food and drink from the stalls and watch the iconic, historic Towers brought to spectacular life with a brand new story that lights up the sky.

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This year is set to make your jaw drop as the park’s astonishing display lights up the grounds. Displays will be taking place on the 4th, 5th and 6th November.

More than just explosive fireworks, the display will also feature music, lights and live-action storytelling to create the most immersive experience. As well as enjoying the rides, you’ll also be able to fill your boots with tasty food and drink throughout the evening.

You can book tickets on the Alton Towers website, here.

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Walsall Arboretum Bonfire and Fireworks

Walsall’s most exciting fireworks display is back for another year!

Alongside a traditional bonfire, spectacular fireworks displays set to music will burst across the sky and families can enjoy fun fair rides and food and drink at the family friendly event

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The gates open on Saturday, November 5 at 5pm and then the bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm. With the display really getting underway an hour later.Admission to all of the events is by advance tickets only. No tickets will be available on the gates. Visitors are asked to arrive early to the events to ensure tickets can be scanned and bags can be checked prior to entering the parks.

Tickets are available to buy online, here.

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