It's that time of year again, when London's skies will be lit up by a marvellous array of fireworks displays.
To mark Guy Fawkes Night, bonfires will be lit and rockets sent high into the night sky in a number of spots all over the capital. The majority of them will actually take place on the weekend before November 5, although there are some on the night itself, as well as a handful the weekend after.
Most events are ticketed and are always popular, so it's a good idea to book in advance. A couple of the displays are free to watch, so be sure to get down early to secure your place.
The displays are listed below in alphabetical order.
ArcelorMittal Orbit
It feels a tad odd to start a list such as this with what's not technically a display, but this one does offer a view that's hard to beat. Head down to the Olympic Park and 80m up the ArcelorMittal for a truly stunning look at the fireworks happening across London, including at Alexandra Palace, Battersea and Blackheath. There's not actually a display on the site, but with views for 20 miles, you'll have your pick of what to watch. Each ticket includes a free drink, and there's a paying bar, too.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £14.95 (kids £8.95, over 60s and students with ID £11.95)
- Times: 7pm to 10pm, with last entry at 9.30pm
- Booking and details: arcelormittalorbit.com
- Address: Olympic Park, Stratford, E20 2ST
Alexandra Palace
Alongside the spectacular firework display - apparently the biggest in London - Ally Pally will also be hosting a German beer festival, cinema screenings, delicious food from Streatlife, and ice rink and music from Rob da Bank and Jazzie B.
- When: November 1-2
- Tickets: £12.50 (kids aged 11-15 £10, 10 and under £2.50)
- Times: 9pm on Friday, 8pm on Saturday
- Booking and details: fireworks.london
- Address: Alexandra Palace, N22 7AY
Battersea Park
This south London display has long been incredibly popular, with 50,000 people expected to flock here to watch the spectacular 22-minute display. There's also an official party going down at the nearby Evolution London, with Norman Jay MBE helming the decks. It runs until 1am and you'll need both your fireworks ticket and a supplementary after party ticket to get in.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £10 (kids aged under 10 go free with ticket-holding adult). £20 extra for the after party, which is an 18+ event
- Times: Gates open at 6pm. Bonfire starts at 7.30pm. Fireworks begin at 8pm, after which there will be no entry
- Booking and details: eventbrite.co.uk
- Address: Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ
Barnes
Go for plenty of food, winter warmers, a bonfire and (hurrah!) a good old-fashioned best Guy competition. Keep warm with the mulled wine, and have a boogie to the DJ.
- When: November 9
- Tickets: £10 (Two adults and two children under 16 £25, kids aged 3-16 £5)
- Times: Gates open at 5.30pm
- Booking and details: barnessportsclub.org
- Address: Barnes Sports Club, 261 Lonsdale Road
Blackheath
This firework display may only last for 15 minutes but there's plenty of other activities to get up to as well, including a funfair, open from noon until 10pm. Food stalls and bars will be serving from 5.45pm until 9.45pm.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: Free with no booking necessary (though donations are welcomed)
- Times: Entry from midday, fireworks at 8pm
- Booking and details: lewisham.gov.uk
- Address: Shooters Hill Road, SE3 0TY
Chislehurst Fireworks
As well as the colourful display, there will be a DJ playing tunes before and after the fireworks. All the money raised is donated to charity.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £9 advance (kids aged 4-14 £4). £10 in cash on the gate (kids £5)
- Times: Gates open at 5.30pm, fireworks begin at 7pm
- Booking and details: rotary-ribi.org
- Address: Empress Drive, Chislehurst, BR7 5BQ
Crystal Palace Park
This event, set to be one of the largest in south London, is going all out with its display and incorporating both lasers and music. Besides that, there will be a bonfire and a fairground, as well as food stalls, bars, DJs, comedians and live bands.
- When: November 2
- Times: Gates open from 5pm. Bonfire begins at 6.30pm. Fireworks start at 8.30pm
- Tickets: £11 (kids aged 11-15 £9, kids under 10 £2.50, family tickets from £24)
- Booking and details: fireworksspectacular.co.uk
- Address: Crystal Palace Park, SE19 2BA
Hackney
- Due to the animals living in the park, this 20-minute display is quieter than its London counterparts, which means it's perfect for young children. It's set to music, too, which adds some extra fun to proceedings.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £8.75 (kids £3.75). Prices reduced by £1 for residents of Hackney Borough
- Times: Gates open at 5pm. Fireworks begin at 7.30pm
- Booking and details: eventbrite.co.uk
- Address: Clissold Park, Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 9HJ
Harrow
There's something for all the family here, with a kid-friendly pre-show, a funfair, face painting and a choreographed dance display. Adults can find refreshment in marquee bar.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: In advance, adults are £7 (kids from 3-15 £4.50, students from 16-18 with ID £5.50). On the gate, adults are £8 (kids £6, students £7). Prices for adults increase to £10 after 7pm. Entry is free between midday and 3pm
- Times: Entry from noon, fireworks at 7.45pm
- Booking and details: harrowfireworks.co.uk
- Address: Byron Park, HA3 7QX
Kingston Fireworks
A pre-firework warm up will consist of music from Radio Jackie and a funfair, with all profits going to local charities.
- When: November 8
- Tickets: £6 on the gate, £5 in advance
- Times: Gates open at 6.30pm, last entry at 7.45pm and the show starts at 8pm
- Booking and details: kingstonfireworks.co.uk
- Address: Kingsmeadow Stadium, KT1 3PB
Morden Park
This event packs in two displays: the first is themed by the Greatest Showman and is more suitable for younger children. The second celebrates 50 years since the moon landings, with a theme of "outer space". In between them, fire and light show performers Flame Oz and Halo will be wowing the crowds.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £8.50 (kids from 5-15 £7, families with two adults and two kids £30, under fours go free)
- Times: Gates open at 5.15pm, with the first show at 6.45pm and the second at 8.30pm
- Booking and details: merton.gov.uk
- Address: Morden Park, SM4 4SP
Newham
This free event organised by Newham Council will take place at Silvertown Quays in the Royal Docks. It's another one to celebrate 50 years since the moon landings, and will be choreographed to music. Expect plenty of food and drink, a funfair and tunes provided by DJ Roberto from Heart FM.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: Free
- Times: Gates open at 5.30pm, last entry is 8pm. Fireworks start time is unconfirmed
- Booking and details: newham.gov.uk
- Address: Silvertown Quays, Royal Docks, E16 2BU
Ravenscourt Park Fireworks
There won't be any fireworks in Bishop's Park this year due to the building work at Craven Cottage, but Hammersmith and Fulham-dwellers will be able to get their firework fix up in Ravenscourt Park. There are two displays, with the main event preceded by one specifically for kids.
- When: November 2
- Tickets: £8.30 in advance, with a small number available on the gate
- Times: Gates open at 4pm. Children's display begins at 6.30pm. Main display starts at 8.30pm. No entry after 8pm
- Booking and details: lbhf.gov.uk
- Address: Ravenscourt Park, W6 0TY
Richmond
Taking things back to the turn of the millennium, this Noughties-themed night with choreograph its display to the best-loved tunes of the era. Elsewhere, there will be plenty of food and drink, as well as dance performances.
- When: November 3
- Tickets: £9 (kids aged 5-15 £6, family tickets from £25). For entry to the grandstand, tickets cost £13
- Times: Entry from 4.30pm, main fireworks at 7pm. No entry after 6.45pm
- Booking and details: eventbrite.co.uk
- Address: Richmond Athletic Ground, Twickenham Road, TW9 2SF
Southwark Park
Food stalls, a funfair and children's entertainment will accompany this fireworks display that's free for Southwark residents.
- When: November 5
- Tickets: Free for residents. £9.50 for non-residential adults (kids aged 4-17 £3, under fours go free)
- Times: Gates open at 5pm. Last entry is 6.30pm. Fireworks will start once everyone is inside the park
- Booking and details: southwark.gov.uk
- Address: Southwark Park, SE16 2TX
Totteridge Millhillians Fireworks Display
This north London event boasts lots of activities to keep the little ones entertained before the fireworks including fairground rides, a beat-the-goalie game and inflatable slides.
- When: November 8
- Tickets: £7 (kids £4, family £20). On the door, adults are £8 (kids £5, family £25)
- Times: Fairground rides open at 5pm. Bonfire lit at 6.30pm Fireworks begin at 7.40pm
- Booking and details: thelittleboxoffice.com
- Address: Totteridge Millhillians Cricket Club, Totteridge Green, N20 8PB
Victoria Park
One of the few free displays in London, this one will also be themed by the moon landings. Expect all the usual food and drink options before the display bursts into life.
- When: November 3
- Tickets: Free
- Times: Fireworks start at 7pm.
- Booking and details: visitlondon.com
- Address: Victoria Park, E9 7DD
Waltham Abbey
Once a gunpowder factory, this historic site will explore the famous story of the plot to blow up Parliament. From 2pm, guests can experience a short theatre production, with plenty of other hands-on activities. The fireworks displays themselves will be produced by ForceFX — a company behind the special effects of movies, TV and music festivals — so it certainly will go out with a bang.
- When: November 2-3
- Tickets: £10.50 (kids from 3-15 £8.50, over 60s £9, family tickets from £24.75).
- Times: Gates open at 2pm. Last entry is 6pm. Fireworks at 7pm.
- Booking and details: royalgunpowdermills.com
- Address: Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, EN9 1JY
Wembley Park
This big Brent display will feature a light parade to celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali and both British and south Asian food and drink will be available at the event.
- When: November 10
- Tickets: Free
- Times: Entrance from 4pm. Light parade at 6pm. Fireworks at 7pm.
- Booking and details: wembleypark.com
- Address: Wembley Park, HA9 9AA
Wimbledon Park
With the same running order and line-up as its sister event in Morden, there will be two displays here: the first aimed at children and based on The Greatest Showman, with a later, bigger display themed by outer space.
- When: November 5
- Tickets: £8.50 (kids from 5-15 £7, families with two adults and two kids £30, under fours go free)
- Times: Gates open at 5.15pm, with the first show at 6.45pm and the second at 8.30pm
- Booking and details: merton.gov.uk
- Address: Wimbledon Park, SW19 8AU
