Bonfire Night Events in Manchester for 2024

Bonfire night is a fun celebration for everyone, whether you’re gathering with friends or family, or sharing in a firework display with your local community. And while we want you to have fun, we also want you to stay safe. 

If you plan to celebrate, please remember you have a responsibility to respect and protect your friends and neighbours too. There are several events taking place across Greater Manchester, so please enjoy what’s on offer! Don’t put yourself and others at risk by planning your own celebrations.    

Bonfire Night Events in Greater Manchester 

Manchester City Council events have been cancelled again this year, but there are still some free and paid for events on offer in Greater Manchester this Bonfire Night. Here are the top Bonfire Night events taking place in and around the city: 

Buile Hill Park Firework Event   

Once again, Buile Hill Park will be hosting their trio of firework displays from 5.30pm ‘til 7.30pm, as well as a Funfair, Fire walk, marshmallow toasting and more. There will be no bonfire at this year’s event to reduce their carbon footprint and the associated pollution, which means more space in the park and a more visible firework show! 

When: Saturday 2 November – gates open at 4 PM   

Where: Eccles Old Road, Eccles, M6 8GL   

To plan your journey, please use Transport for Greater Manchester’s webpage.    

Prince’s Park Firework Event    

If you’re after a more traditional bonfire night experience, then head over to Prince’s Park on Sunday 3 November. The Bonfire will be lit at 7pm with a fireworks display at 7:30pm, but there will also be a funfair, plus food and drinks available all evening. 

When? Sunday 3 November – gates open at 4 PM   

Where? Prince’s Park, Liverpool Road, Irlam, M44 6BJ 

To plan your journey, please use Transport for Greater Manchester’s webpage.    

Freight Island Fireworks Extravaganza 

The only city centre organised firework event is back at Freight Island, in Mayfield Park. This is the perfect event close to home, with three nights of spectacular fun! You can expect mulled wine, hot chocolate, and candy floss, as well as a firework display above the city skyline – set to music. Tickets are £12 and can be bought here. 

When: 1, 2 and 3 November  

Where: Freight Island, Depot Mayfield, M1 2PZ  

Firework safety   

We want you to have a safe and enjoyable Bonfire Night. Fireworks and fires reach extremely high temperatures, and it only takes a few seconds for them to burn through your clothes and skin. It’s important to follow the Firework Safety Code to ensure safety for you and those around you. 

The Firework Safety Code states:   

• Ideally attend an organised display 
• Keep naked flames, including cigarettes, away from fireworks 
• Never go back to an unlit firework   
• Never put fireworks in your pocket   
• Never throw fireworks    

For more advice about firework safety, please visit the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service webpage.