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It might not feel like the time to wrap up warm and stand in front of a bonfire, but fireworks night is fast approaching and there are so many places to go and see a spectacular display this year. Take a look below for our selection of great places to remember remember the 5th November!

Abbey Park Bonfire and Firework Display

It’s the largest display in Leicester, with tens of thousands expected to descend on Abbey Park for a night full of music, fun and fireworks. There’s also a funfair, food stalls and music stage with a guest appearance by GEM FM’s Jo & Sparky. And of course the epic bonfire. Get all the info you need from our blogpost here.

Leicester Racecourse Firework Festival

Second only to the Abbey Park event is the Fireworks Festival held annually at Leicester Racecourse, this is a fantastic night out, and of course it’s for a fantastic cause. This year Hope Against Cancer is their charity of the year. This year they have 80s star Pat Sharp as the guest DJ and host for the night, and a completely FREE fun fair! Get your tickets here.

Great Central Railway

Get ready for an awesome night of fun and fireworks on the rails. The Great Central Railway will be hosting their annual fireworks display at Quorn & Woodhouse station on Friday 3 November. They will have a fantastic fire, a huge firework display, refreshments and children’s rides. It’s a magical night out for all the family, combine your fireworks night with a magical night time train ride. Tickets available here.

Cricket Ground

Leicestershire County Cricket Ground is the place to go if you want a perfect view of the action from your seat. They have the award winning Komodo Fireworks team creating an extravagant show, to wow and amaze. And the fun doesn’t stop there either! Along with the Fireworks, there will be a fairground with rides and attractions for everybody to enjoy. Book here.

Mallory Park Fireworks

One of the county favourites is Mallory Park, where after sell-out events for the last two years they’re back for 2023. With fun for all the family including a funfair, bar and food stalls, it’s sure to be a night to remember! With their renowned bonfire and a sensational firework display over the lake, giving you a stunning show. Tickets available now!

Glebe Garden Centre Fireworks

The annual charity fireworks display at Glebe Garden Centre in Countesthorpe is on Saturday 4 November. Last year they welcomed 4,000 people to the event, run by Cherry Lane in conjunction with the Scouts since 1999. Last year they raised £2,500 for 109th Leicester Countesthorpe St Andrews Scout Troop. Tickets are now on sale for this year’s event which sees the return of the massive bonfire, tasty refreshments including burgers, chips and candy floss treats, music and a fantastic firework display.

Conkers

Come to Conkers for two nights of dazzling fireworks displays, with laser dancers and fire breathers too! If you’re worried about dinner, don’t be – their Food Market Menu has got you covered. Enjoy the displays on 4 & 5 November. Conkers Fireworks Spectacular tickets here.

Twinlakes Firework Spectacular

Twinlakes are celebrating their double-decade and they’re doubling the size of their amazing fireworks! Come for the day and experience 10 amazing hours of this Family Theme Park, with 100 acres of rides and attractions, 125,000 square feet of indoor play, Animal Farm and Falconry Centre. At the end of the day relax by one of their fires, enjoy the amazing Queen tribute act and watch the huge firework display over the beautiful Twin Lakes. Book your tickets now.

Gunpowder Plot Day at 1620s House

Leicestershire is home to a house which has a direct link to the gunpowder plot and Guy Fawkes. The 1620s House in Donington le Heath was home to the Digby family and you can explore the site and discover more about the period and how their uncle, Everard Digby, was involved. See the story of the Plot unfold and learn about gunpowder from the Open Rope Living History Group and see (and hear!) 17th century muskets being fired. Younger visitors can get stuck into themed craft activities, a fun trail and help catch the dastardly Guy Fawkes. Tickets available here.

Other events

We’ll be adding other events here as we find out about them. Just let us know if you want your display listed!

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