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Remember, remember the 5th of November… If you’re looking for bonfire night fireworks displays in Dorset, you’re in the right place!
There are loads of fun bonfire night parties and activities across the county – from large-scale events with funfairs and food, to smaller, community-run events for a more intimate feel.
Below, I’ve rounded up all the bonfire night events across Dorset, with a handy map to help you quickly find your nearest. And it’s broken down into two sections: free events and paid-for events, just to make things easier. Grab your sparklers, wrap up warm, and get ready for some Guy Fawkes Night fun in Dorset this November…
UPDATE 2 October 2026: This post has been updated with all the latest information.
Map – Find Your Nearest Bonfire Night Fireworks in Dorset
Red = free events | purple = paid-for
FREE Dorset Fireworks Displays for Bonfire Night
Weymouth Beach Bonfire and Fireworks Night
Date: 5 November 2026
Time: from 5pm (bonfire at 7:40pm, fireworks at 8pm)
Location: Weymouth Seafront
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Every year on 5 November, Weymouth hosts one of Dorset’s biggest free fireworks nights. The fun starts at 5pm with food traders along the Promenade. A popular highlight of the evening will, of course, be the lighting of the giant beach bonfire, followed by the fantastic fireworks display in Weymouth Bay. This year, the display will also feature a pilot drone display.
Bonfire Night Fireworks on Poole Quay
Date: 5 November 2026
Time: From 5pm, fireworks at 8pm
Location: Poole Quay, Poole, BH15 1BW
More info
Another huge, FREE firework night – on the harbourside at Poole Quay! The organisers say there’s no better way to spend Bonfire Night. The party atmosphere starts from 5pm, with live music, family entertainment and activities. Then the big fireworks finale kicks off at 8pm.
Lyme Regis Fireworks & Bonfire Night
Date: 7 November 2026
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Lyme Regis Beach
Price: Free – but please give generously in the collection buckets.
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Celebrate Bonfire Night with a fireworks display over the Cobb in Lyme Regis, followed by a bonfire on the beach.
West Bay Days Bonfire by the Beach
Date: 31 October 2026
Time: 4pm to 10pm (fireworks at 8pm)
Location: East Beach Car Park, West Bay, Bridport, DT6 4EW
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Bonfire, fireworks, live bands, bar, and food on the beach at West Bay in Dorset. West Bay Days, in association with Bridport Round Table, are holding one of their most popular events: Bonfire on the Beach. Entry is free, but donations are very welcome as the event raises money for local groups and causes.
Avon Beach Fireworks, Christchurch
Date: 3 November 2026
Time: 6:30pm
Location: The Noisy Lobster, Avon Beach, Mudeford BH23 4AN
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A community firework display on Avon Beach, hosted by The Noisy Lobster. Dine in the restaurant, or head to the takeaway outlets on the beach for hot food and drinks (think toffee apples, hot dogs and hot chocolate). Then, wrap up warm and watch the fireworks on the beach.
Portland Firework Display
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: Market Ground, Easton Lane, DT5 2EN
Last year, South West Markets and Events organised Portland’s fireworks display. Keep an eye on their Facebook Page to see if it will return in 2026.
PAID Dorset Fireworks Displays for Bonfire Night
Bournemouth Littledown Bonfire Night
Date: 7 November 2026
Time: fireworks at 7pm, 8pm and 9pm
Location: Littledown Centre, BH7 7DX
Price: Adults from £8 / Children from £6 / Under 3’s FREE (see website for all prices)
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The annual Bonfire Night at Littledown Centre in Bournemouth has not one but THREE fireworks displays! The 7pm showing is quieter and more family-friendly, while the 9pm display is the loudest (and the shortest). There will also be fire performers, live music and entertainment, a giant fun fair, and more.
Blandford School Fireworks Night, Blandford Forum
Date: 6 November 2026
Time: 5pm-8pm
Location: The Blandford School, Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SQ
Price: Adults £10, children £6, under 5’s FREE
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Settle down with dinner from one of the many food stalls and enjoy a fabulous fireworks display on the grounds of The Blandford School.
Top Tip: Book by 30 September 2026 and use code BigBang2026 when booking to receive 20% off your tickets.
Wareham Wednesdays Bonfire and Firework Extravaganza
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: Wareham Recreation Ground, Wareham BH20 4PQ
Price: TBC
More info
A Bonfire Night Extravaganza at Wareham Recreation Ground. Live entertainment, bonfire, funfair, bar, and plenty of food stalls – ending in a spectacular fireworks display.
Brangsore Fireworks and Bonfire
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: The Three Tuns, Christchurch, BH23 8JH
Price: TBC
More Info
The Three Tuns Inn has hosted a Bonfire Night event in previous years to raise money for the local primary school. Keep an eye on their website to see whether it returns in 2026.
Good to Know: There is strictly no parking at this event; walking to the venue is encouraged.
Past Bonfire Nights that no Longer Take Place
There are a few establishments that were well known for hosting Bonfire Night events in the past, but no longer hold them. Unfortunately, some online sources still advertise them based on outdated info, so I’ve listed them below for clarity. I’ll update this post if any are revived.
- Sherborne Castle Bonfire Night – cancelled due to rising costs.
- Dewlish Bonfire and Fireworks Night – has not run in recent years.
- East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club – cancelled in 2024 and does not appear to be returning. Keep an eye on their website for updates.
More Great Fireworks Events in Dorset
Near Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and Ringwood
- Avonwood Primary School: 7 November 2026, from 4pm to 8pm. More info.
- Broadstone Middle School: 24 October 2026, from 5pm, fireworks at 7:30pm. More info.
- Butchers Coppice Scout Camp: 7 November 2026, from 4:30pm, fireworks at 7:30pm. More info.
- Christchurch Rotary Bonfire Night: TBC (the event was on hold last year but may return in 2026). More info.
- King George V Playing Fields, Ferndown: TBC. More info.
- Poulner Junior School: TBC More info
- Ringwood Grand Fireworks: 1 November 2026, from 3pm to 8pm, fireworks at 5:30pm and 7pm. More info.
- Sparks in the Dark, Haymoor Junior School: TBC. More info.
- St Katherine’s School: 12 November 2026, 5pm-7:30pm. More info.
- Talbot Primary School: TBC
- The Alice Lisle Pub: TBC (cancelled in 2025 following concerns about local animal welfare)
- Verwood Flameburst: 31 October 2026, from 6pm, fireworks at 7pm and 8:45pm. More info.
Weymouth, Dorchester and West Dorset
- Bridport Rugby Club: TBC. More info.
- Dorchester Rugby Club: 5 November 2026, timings TBC. More info.
- Gaggle of Geese Pub, Buckland Newton: 5 November 2026, from 5pm, fireworks at 7pm. More info.
- Portland Red Triangle: TBC
- Upwey Society Fireworks at West Farm, Bincombe: TBC
Shaftesbury and North Dorset
- 1st Woodcutts Scout Group, Sixpenny Handley: TBC More info.
- Donhead Sports Club, Remembrance Field, Shaftesbury: TBC. More info.
- Shaftesbury Primary School: 4 November 2026, timings TBC. More info.
- Stalbridge Scouts: 5 November 2026, fireworks 7-7:30pm More info.
- Winterborne Stickland Sports Club: 7 November 2026, from 5pm to 9pm, fireworks at 7pm. More info.
Do you know of any more fireworks displays or bonfire night events in Dorset? Leave us a comment and we’ll add them to the list!
Hi,
We are holding our Bonfire Event again this year.
Details are below many thanks;
Dewlish Bonfire and Fireworks Night
Saturday 6th November
Parsonage Farm DT2 7NB – Between Dewlish and Milborne St Andrew
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The annual bonfire night and fireworks display is back in Dewlish! This year we are lucky to again welcome Back To The Shack (back2shack.com) playing their foot-stomping blues/folk and classic Americana music.
Before the fireworks begin, you can tap your feet whilst enjoying BBQ classics and a drink from our licensed bar. There’ll also be soup, hot drinks and cakes. For the little ones there will be free activities out of the cold in our marquee.
The gates will be open at 5:30pm, bonfire lighting around 6:15pm, before the main fireworks display at 7.15pm.
Tickets on the gate for two adults and up to three children will be £15, adults £5 and children £3. Under 4’s are free. Ample car parking on the site is free.
Thnks so much for sharing all the details – I’ll add it into the post now 🙂