Bonfire Night 2026: Fireworks Displays In and Near Stratford-upon-Avon

Bonfire Night falls on a Thursday in 2026, so most displays around Stratford-upon-Avon are on the weekends either side: Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November, and Saturday 7 November. Here are the confirmed fireworks displays in and near Stratford, with dates, times and tickets, taken from the organisers’ own pages. We’ll add more as they’re announced.

Fireworks near Stratford at a glance

Riverside Halloween Fireworks Spectacular: Friday 30 October

A Halloween-themed fireworks night at the Riverside Venue on Tiddington Road (CV37 7AB), on the edge of town along the river.

• Times: doors from 5pm, fireworks 7.30pm to 8pm, and the evening runs until 11pm.
• Also on: a DJ, a Robbie Williams tribute act and the band Hot2Trot after the fireworks, Halloween crafts and face painting (extra charge), and hot food and drinks from the Riverside Bar & Restaurant.
• Tickets: booked in advance through Eventbrite. Have them ready on your phone or printed.
• Parking: on site in the parking field; follow the marshals. The organisers suggest bringing blankets or chairs and arriving early for a good spot.

Stratford Rugby Club Bonfire & Fireworks Night: Sunday 1 November

Stratford’s big community bonfire, at the rugby club’s Pearcecroft ground on Loxley Road (CV37 7DP), south of the river. The club promises a big bonfire, a fireworks display, food stalls, mulled wine and fairground rides.

• Date and times: Sunday 1 November 2026, 5pm to 9pm, according to the club’s events listing.
• Tickets: the club hasn’t published 2026 prices yet. In past years tickets were cheaper bought in advance online than on the gate. We’ll update this when they go on sale.
• Getting there: Pearcecroft is within walking distance of the town centre, and walking is usually easier than driving on bonfire night. See our parking guide if you’re coming by car.

Read our full guide to the Stratford Rugby Club bonfire night.

Warwick Town Bonfire: Saturday 7 November

One of the area’s best-known displays, at Warwick Racecourse, about 8 miles from Stratford. It’s run by Warwick Lions and Warwick Rotary.

• Times: gates open at 5pm, a small display around 6pm, and the main fireworks around 6.40pm.
• Tickets: £10 in advance (£12 on the day) for anyone 15 and over, £2 for under-15s, and free for children 3 and under. VIP “Kingmaker” tickets are £20 for adults and £5 for children, in advance only.
• Where to buy: online through the Jockey Club’s Warwick Racecourse site, linked from the Warwick Town Bonfire website.

More in our guide to the Warwick bonfire at Warwick Racecourse.

Kenilworth Castle Fireworks Spectacular: Saturday 7 November

Kenilworth Round Table’s annual Fireworks Spectacular returns to Kenilworth Castle, about 30 minutes from Stratford, on Saturday 7 November 2026. All profits go to local charities and community projects. Ticket prices and on-sale dates haven’t been announced yet: keep an eye on the Round Table’s fireworks page.

Hatton Country World Fireworks Bonanza: Saturday 7 November

Hatton’s fireworks night near Warwick sold out last year. This year it’s on Saturday 7 November, with a fireworks display, a bonfire, funfair rides, food and a DJ.

• Tickets: sold per car, for up to seven people: £50 if you book by 25 October, £60 after that.
• Booking: tickets must be bought in advance online, and you arrive in the time slot on your ticket. Book on Hatton World’s fireworks page.

Evesham Bonfire & Fireworks Spectacular: Thursday 5 November

For fireworks on Bonfire Night itself, Evesham Town Council’s Bonfire & Fireworks Spectacular is on Thursday 5 November at Corporation Meadow, about 30 minutes from Stratford. Times and prices for 2026 haven’t been published yet: see the town council’s event page.

Fireworks Night at The Warwickshire: Friday 30 October

The Warwickshire, the health and golf club at Leek Wootton between Warwick and Kenilworth, lists its Fireworks Night 2026 for Friday 30 October. Check its website for times and tickets.

Still to be confirmed

These ran in 2025, but we haven’t seen 2026 dates from the organisers yet: Alcester Rugby Club‘s bonfire and fireworks, Shipston Sports Club on London Road, Leamington Rugby Club, Chipping Campden‘s display on the recreation ground, and the Barford school bonfire. We’ll add each one as soon as it’s confirmed. Organising a display we’ve missed? Let us know.

Setting off your own fireworks

• It’s against the law to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am, except on Bonfire Night (5 November), when the cut-off is midnight.
• You have to be 18 or over to buy adult fireworks.
• Breaking the rules can mean an unlimited fine and up to six months in prison.

More in our guide to fireworks rules in Stratford, including how to report fireworks being used illegally.

If you’ve got pets, the busiest fireworks nights around Stratford this year are Friday 30 October, Sunday 1 November, Thursday 5 November and Saturday 7 November. Our guide to fireworks and pets has tips on keeping dogs, cats and horses calm.

More to do around Bonfire Night

The Riverside display falls in the October half-term, so see our half-term guide and Halloween guide for more. If you’re driving anywhere in town that week, check our road closures page.

Bonfire Night: quick answers

Is there a fireworks display in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2026?

Yes. The Riverside Venue has a Halloween fireworks night on Friday 30 October, and Stratford Rugby Club’s bonfire and fireworks night is listed for Sunday 1 November.

When is Warwick’s bonfire in 2026?

Saturday 7 November 2026 at Warwick Racecourse. Gates open at 5pm and the main display is around 6.40pm.

What day is Bonfire Night 2026?

Thursday 5 November. Most organised displays near Stratford are on the weekends before and after.

Alex Harrington

Alex Harrington grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon and runs What's up, Stratford? as an independent guide to the town.