Bonfire Night 2024: Firework displays and events taking place in Liverpool and Merseyside

With Bonfire Night on the horizon, many people will be looking for beautiful firework displays to watch across Liverpool and Merseyside.

Although fireworks appear to have become less popular over the years, with concerns over the effects they have on animals and the environment, they are still a tradition on November 5, as well as large bonfires, sparklers and cinder toffee.

While councils across Merseyside will not be hosting any official firework displays this year, there are still an array of displays taking place across the region, from a magical illuminated trail to show-stopping fireworks lighting up local monuments.

Below is a list of some of the best fireworks displays and events being held around the Liverpool City Region, which are open to the public and are suitable for the whole family.

Firework displays and Bonfire Night events in and around Liverpool 2024

Liverpool

• River of Light: Liverpool’s stunning River of Light festival returns to the waterfront on October 25, with twelve new impressive installations. Focussing on the theme of ‘Play’, the free trail will feature fun and interactive experiences, with giant gnomes, illuminated bikes, colourful dancing bubbles and a huge chessboard, all created by some of the best light artists in the world. Completely free to attend, the event will run until November 5, with the installations lit up between 5.00pm and 9.00pm. More information can be found here.
• Liverpool College PTA Fireworks Bonanza: Hosted at Liverpool College, this family event will feature food stalls, confectionary, a bar, games and more, plus a professional firework display. It will take place on November 10 from 5.00m with adult tickets costing £9, kids £5 (excluding fees) and under threes going free. The firework display will start at 8.00pm and tickets must be purchased in advance.
• ‘Fireworks & Footy’ at Allerton Manor: Starting at 5.00pm on November 5, Allerton Manor is hosting a ‘Fireworks & Footy’ evening in the Fletcher’s Marque. A family disco will run from 5.00pm to 7.00pm, with a firework display between 7.00pm and 8.00pm. After the display, guests can watch Liverpool play Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League. Tickets cost £5 per person (excluding fees) and more information is available here.

Knowsley

• Bonfire and Fireworks at Prescot & Odyssey Cricket Club: The annual Prescot & Odyssey Bonfire and Fireworks experience takes place on November 2, with gates opening at 6.00pm and the event running until 11.00pm. A bonfire will be lit from 6.15pm, with a firework display at 7.30pm. A range of rides and stalls will be available, with adult tickets costing £10.00 and children’s tickets costing £5. A family of four ticket is priced at £22 (excluding fees). More information is available here.

Sefton

• Big Bang - Year of the Dragon!: Hosted at Bootle’s Lock and Quay on November 5, expect flames, fireworks, and fire-breathing monsters in honour of the Year of the Dragon. The event will run from 5.00pm to 8.00pm, with fireworks shown to live music, food and drink offerings and a bonfire. There is currently a waitlist for tickets. More information is available here.
• Day of the Dead Family Fireworks Festival at Southport Pleasureland: Southport Pleasureland is gearing up for an evening of thrills and entertainment as the Mexican Festival takes centre stage on November 2, featuring fireworks at the end of the night. Gates open at 4.00pm and tickets start at £15 (excluding fees). More information can be found here.
• Trinity St Peter’s Community Firework Display: Trinity St Peter’s Primary School in Formby will host its annual firework display on November 4. Starting at 4.30pm via the main school gate on Southport Road, there will be face painting, a tuck shop, BBQ and more. Gates will close at 6.15pm for the fireworks display to begin at 6.45pm. Tickets are £6 each with under kids under two free. More information is available here.
• Annual Spectacular Fireworks Display: Southport Rugby Club will host its annual fireworks event on November 1. Gates will open at 6.00pm with fireworks at 8.00pm. Other activities include a bouncy castle, rides, BBQ and an outdoor bar. Tickets cost £9 for adults, £8 for kids aged between 13 and 15, £6 for three to 12 year olds (excluding fees) and are free for under threes. More information is available here.

St Helens

• From the Ground Comes Light at the Totally Wicked Stadium: St Helens Council is sponsoring the From the Ground Comes Light display at the Totally Wicked Stadium, on November 1 and 2. There will be face painting, inflatables and other activities before the main entertainment delivered by and Fantastic Fireworks begins on the pitch. Tickets are priced at £10 for adults and £6 for children aged 11 and under (excluding fees).More information is available here.
• Rainford Bonfire: The Rotary Club of St Helens and Rainford Scouts are hosting a bonfire event on November 2. Presale tickets can be purchased (cash only) for £5 at The Golden Lion Rainford, The Men's Room Barber Shop, REDS Cafe & Takeaway, Wendy's Flowers and Bargain Booze Rainford. Tickets on the gate will cost £8. More information is available here.

Wirral

• Fireworks at Prenton Park: Tranmere Rovers will once again host their Halloween-themed display at Prenton Park, in partnership with Heswall Round Table. This year’s event will take place on October 27. Tickets are now sold out and more information is available here.
• Monty the Mersey Monster: The search for Wirral’s mythical Mersey Monster will take place around New Brighton Marine Lake on November 1 and November 2. Guests will be able to catch a glimpse of the mythical creature with special performances from 5.30 to 6.00pm, 7.00 to 7.30pm and 8.30 to 9pm. The event is completely free to attend and each performance will last around 30 minutes. More information is available here.
• Moreton Bonfire & Fireworks Night: Hosted by Moreton Hills Golf Centre, The Moreton Bonfire & Fireworks Night returns on November 2 from 4.00pm. The firework display will take place at 8pm and tickets are £10 for adults and £8 for children, with family tickets available too. More information can be found here
• Burton Village Bonfire Night: Gladstone Village Hall will host a bonfire and firework display on November 2, with coffee, mulled wine and more available. Tickets cost £9 for adults, £6 for kids aged between four and 14 and kids under four go free. Pre-booking is not available and cashless payment preferred on the door. Cash is preferred for stalls. Doors will open at 5.00pm, with fireworks at 7.00pm. More information is available here.

Nearby areas

• Halton Firework Display: Halton Council’s fireworks will once again be visible over the Silver Jubilee Bridge, with displays taking place on Sunday November 3. The advertised viewing areas are at West Bank Promenade in Widnes and Mersey Road Promenade in Runcorn, and it is free to watch the show - which starts at 7.00pm. More information is available here.
• Ormskirk Cricket Club Bonfire & Fireworks Night: Taking place on Saturday November 2, from 4.30pm, Ormskirk Cricket Club is hosting an evening of fun, with a live DJ and food stalls. Ticket start at £6.13 and kids under four go free. More information can be found here
• The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza at Chester Racecourse: The iconic Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza will return to the Roodee to raise money for local charities on November 2. There will be a fairground, performers, food stalls and, of course, a firework display. Gates open at 5.00pm, quiet firework display at 6.45pm and the main fireworks display is at 7.30pm. Tickets must be purchased in advance and general admission costs £13. Kids under four go free. More information is available here.

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