The Best Bonfire Night and Firework Events in Sheffield

Whether you live in Sheffield or are local to the surrounding towns, the skies will be lit up in a mesmeric fashion this Bonfire Weekend, and we want you to be there, mouths agape, warmed by the bonfire, as you watch the explosions in the sky. 

However, you may be stuck on where to watch the fireworks in Sheffield. Well, right here on Skiddle, we have a great array of events, both in the city and further afield and across South Yorkshire (as we know travelling into the city may not be for everyone), that you, your pals, or your loved ones can all attend together to celebrate the annual tradition. Whether you prefer the 

So, without further ado, let's light the match and shoot off to one of these sensational firework displays in Sheffield! 

Illuminate The Gardens 2024

Photo: Illuminate The Gardens / Facebook.com

When: Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd November 2024

Where: The Botanical Gardens in Sheffield

Prepare for an enchanting night in Sheffield’s luscious botanical gardens at Illuminate The Gardens 2024. This year, the mesmerizing light installations return with a Hidden Treasures theme, featuring a laser show in the iconic glass pavilions. Families can choose between 'low bangs' fireworks in the early evening or a thrilling main display.

Amidst the magic, you can savour the sensational street food and drinks from the bar, and enjoy kids' activities and vintage fairground rides. However, the true star of the night is the Botanical Gardens itself, aglow with stunning lighting. 

This event sells out every year and is truly Sheffield's best, head to their website and secure tickets before it's too late!

Autumn Lights at Don Valley Bowl

When: Tuesday 5th November 2024

Where: Don Valley Bowl in Sheffield

Get ready for a sensational Bonfire Night celebration as Autumn Lights returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl on Tuesday, November 5th. Year on year the Don Valley Bowl is graced with an event better than the last, as DJ Ryan Swain and his live band are back to set the stage, the lively funfair continues to get the blood pumping, and delicious street food tantalises taste buds; all before the night sky is painted in explosion with Sheffield's BIGGEST firework display. 

Not only all of this, but the event will feature glowing roaming performers, live fire performers, and an early children's firework display that is a bit quieter than the main event. 

Don’t miss out on a night of fun and spectacular fireworks! Grab your tickets on their website!

Yellow Arch Bonfire Party

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When: Saturday 2nd November 2024

Where: Yellow Arch Studios in Sheffield

Fancy a boogie with your Bonfire? Luckily for you, Sheffield’s finest party pad Yellow Arch Studios are bringing two excellent acts and a bunch of quality food and drink stalls to go alongside the fireworks and bonfire on Saturday 2nd November. 

Funk and soul group Kiziah & The Kings and the Steel City’s premium songstress Sarah Mac will take to the Yellow Arch stage, giving you an eclectic mix of reggae, synth pop, rock, and more to soundtrack your evening. To quench your thirst and quell your hunger, you can tuck into the food and drink options, then gawk at the fireworks display as it lights up the Neepsend sky.

Once the last firework has flown, you can party til late! Don't miss out on the biggest Bonfire Night party in Sheffield.  

Spooky Spectacular Fireworks Night 2024

Photo: Doncaster Racecourse / Facebook.com

When: Sunday 3rd November 2024

Where: Doncaster Racecourse in Doncaster

Take a short trip across South Yorkshire to Doncaster for some Bonfire festivities, as Doncaster Racecourse is combining the awe of Bonfire Night with the thrills of Halloween for their Spooky Spectacular Fireworks Night. Come along if you dare!

It's a spooktacular event crammed with fun and thrills catering to all ages, where everyone is encouraged to dress in their most frightful attire. Children, families, and friends can enjoy the disco, fairground rides, colouring activities and circus workshop, and quality entertainment. 

But, obviously, the highlight of the night is a breathtaking fireworks display, featuring rockets, Catherine wheels, and more.

It's a family night set to dazzle and delight, creating lasting memories for all, and is only a short trip outside of Sheffield!

Locke Park Charity Bonfire and Fireworks Display 2024

Photo: Locke Park Bonfire / Facebook.com

When: Saturday 2nd November 2024

Where: Locke Park in Barnsley

This one might seem a stretch as it is the furthest out from Sheffield, but we still think this Barnsley belter warrants an inclusion, as it really isn’t too long of a round trip, plus it’s for charity so it’s worth giving all the support! So if you decide to make the trip to Locke Park to celebrate its Charity Bonfire and Fireworks Display, you won’t regret one of the best fireworks displays in South Yorkshire. 

Organised by Barnsley Round Table volunteers, this family-friendly event offers funfair rides (not included in the entry ticket), food and drink stalls, a massive bonfire created from donated fire doors, and obviously, a dazzling 15-minute fireworks display to cap off the night in style. This is all while supporting local charities and causes with event profits staying in the Barnsley community.

So head to their website and buy tickets for a heartwarming Bonfire evening in Barnsley!

You can't go wrong with Bonfire Night. It's the perfect excuse to wrap up and watch some awe-inspiring displays light up the sky with your families and friends. 

Looking for fireworks events beyond the borders of Sheffield? Have a look at our best Bonfire Night events in Edinburgh, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Cardiff, and find loads more Bonfire Nights across the UK!

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.