Abbey Park Fireworks Display – All you need to know!

The Abbey Park Fireworks Display 2025 is Leicester’s biggest Bonfire Night celebration, taking place on Saturday 1 November 2025. Set in the heart of Abbey Park, this much-loved annual event promises spectacular firework shows, live entertainment, food and drink stalls, and a family-friendly funfair. Whether you’re looking for the best fireworks in Leicester, a safe evening out with the kids, or a vibrant way to celebrate Bonfire Night, this event is not to be missed.

Location: Abbey Park, Leicester
Date: Saturday 1 November 2025
Gates Open: 5pm
Last Entry: 8pm
Event Ends: 9pm
Two dazzling fireworks displays will light up the night sky, including an earlier, quieter show for children and noise-sensitive visitors.

Tickets are only available in advance and cannot be purchased with cash at the gate.
Where to Buy:
BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE HERE
You can also purchase in person at De Montfort Hall, Granville Road, Leicester LE1 7RU

Super Early Bird – until 20 September
Adult £7.50 | Family £25 | Group £25 | Under 16s/Concessions £6.50
Early Bird – until 31 October
Adult £10 | Family £28 | Group £30 | Under 16s/Concessions £8
On the Day – until 7.30pm, 1 November
Adult £15 | Family £40 | Group £40 | Under 16s/Concessions £10
Children aged 4 and under go free.

Viewing Area: Disabled viewing near the stage (first come, first served).
Entrances: Accessible access at Gates A, B & F (up to three companions permitted).
Toilets: Accessible toilets across the site.
Parking: Limited Blue Badge parking (pre-book via 0116 454 3600).

Bike Parks: Available at Gate B (main car park) and Gate J (Charter Street).
Public Transport: Check Choose How You Move or call Traveline on 0871 200 2233.
Parking: No public parking at Abbey Park or surrounding roads. Use city centre car parks instead.

No sparklers or fireworks may be brought on site.
Pets are not permitted (except service dogs with proof).
No re-admission – once you leave, you cannot return.
Bag searches will be carried out on entry.

5pm – Gates open
6:30pm – Fire performers
6:45pm – Children’s & quiet fireworks
7:45pm – Fire performers
8pm – Main fireworks & last entry
9pm – Event ends
Food, drink, bars, funfair, and walkabout entertainment will run throughout the evening.

Abbey Park (bandstand area) closed from 30 October, 4.30pm until 3 November, 1pm.
Pets’ Corner side closes at 2pm on 1 November and reopens 2 November as normal.
Tow Path (Abbey Park Road to St Margaret’s Way) closed 1 November, 10am–10pm.