11 spectacular Bonfire Night events happening around Sheffield that you should know about
Don’t miss out on these events taking place in and around Sheffield for your early November celebrations
Darker evenings and dusting off your winter coat, two things that can only mean Bonfire Night is around the corner.
Whether you’re looking to spend the evening catching sight of a few fireworks, or want to make a full night out of it - it’s a night you don’t want to miss.
The tradition of Bonfire Night is welcomed each year with huge bonfires, firework displays, and a sense of community spirit.
It’s the perfect time to walk around eating some street food with your family and mingle with neighbours.
If you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate this year, then you’re spoilt for choice.
Whether it’s live music, or something low scale and quiet to not disturb a beloved dog, this list should give you an idea of what your options are. Arcnight firework display - November 5
After eight years of illuminating the Botanical Gardens, a brand new bonfire event called Arcnight will be taking over the Don Valley Bowl. This large scale firework display runs from 4:30pm till 9:30pm and hosts street food and live music.
Tickets online are £10 for adults and £7.50 for children, but will cost more on the door. Family tickets for two adults and two children are £33, and it’s free for under three’s.
Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield, S9 2DFKenwood Hall fireworks - November 5
Join this celebration at Kenwood Hall for an evening of fireworks, entertainment and food. The free event, starting at 5:30pm, will bring the community together in support for Roundabout, Sheffield’s youth homelessness charity.
Kenwood Hall Hotel, Kenwood Road, Sheffield, S7 1NQLight up The Night - November 7
This free to enter, family friendly Bonfire Night will raise funds for the Allotment Society. Come and enjoy warm drinks, hotdogs, toasted marshmallows and more from 6pm. | Grimesthorpe Allotments, Sheffield, S4 7EX Stag’s Head Bonfire Night - November 7
Kick off your November at the Stag’s Head Bonfire Night. Fireworks will run from 6:30pm-8pm and the event starts at 5pm. Enjoy street food, and better yet, the possibility of winning a cash prize in a raffle.
15 Psalter Lane, Sheffield, S11 8YLBonfire Night at Chatsworth - October 30 - 31
Take in this firework display against the backdrop of the historic Chatsworth House. Seasonal refreshments will also be available. This bonfire event must be pre-booked, with adult tickets being £24, and children’s being £17. | Chatsworth, Edensor, Bakewell, DE45 1PP Peddler Bonfire Weekend - November 6 - 7
After a long summer, Peddler’s Market in Kelham Island is embracing the cosy season at this two day event. It will boast five zones of music, fire, hot drinks, and unbelievable street food. The weekender won’t be having fireworks as it welcomes dogs and dog owners.
Peddler Warehouse, Sheffield, S3 8BXLow noise fireworks and bonfire evening - October 31
For those eager to find a quieter event, Village Pick Your Own in Dronfield will be hosting a low noise pyromusical firework display at 7:45pm with live music, food vendors and fairground rides. The event runs from 4pm-11pm and is ticketed on a car basis, so sharing is recommended as entry for one car costs £40. Space is limited.
Johnnygate Lane, Dronfield, S18 7SE
The Barrel Bonfire Night - November 6
With cakes, sweets, and fireworks, The Barrel, Chapeltown is sure to host an exciting annual Bonfire Night. Gates will open for this event at 5pm, with adult tickets being £10 and children’s being £7, and it gets better, every entry includes a free cheeseburger.
The Barrel, 191 Lane End, Chapeltown, Sheffield, S35 2UL
Bonfire Night at Three Merry Lads - November 6
The Redmires pub is back again for another exciting night, after their successful event last year. The evening features a bonfire and a firework display and runs from 5pm till 11pm. If you didn’t get in early, tickets have unfortunately sold out.
Three Merry Lads, 610 Redmires Rd, Sheffield, S10 4LJ
Community Bonfire Night - November 7
If you’re looking for a slightly earlier start, this event runs from 3pm and features an array of entertainment and exciting things to do. From bouncy castles and helter skelters, to classic festivities like a bonfire and firework display.
The evening is run by The Barley and Thorpe Hesley and High Green Cricket Club, and is ticketed, with adult tickets at £9 and children at £6.
9 Smithywood Road, Thorpe Hesley, Rotherham, S61 2SEClifton Park Bonfire Night - November 5
This annual event will showcase spectacular fireworks from 6:45pm, it promises to be a family friendly night with rides and treats, with everyone welcome for free.
Clifton Park, Clifton Lane, Rotherham, S65 2AA