Forget soggy sparklers and anti-climatic bangers, there's some great Bonfire Night events taking place this year.
This year, the fifth falls mid-week, and many organisers are opting for the earlier dates instead.
Meaning there's a whole host of fireworks displays and bonfires scheduled this weekend.
And while Manchester itself has some great Bonfire Night offerings scheduled , there's also some great events just outside of the area that are worth checking out.
We've listed some of the biggest fireworks displays and events, all which are within around an hour of central Manchester and roughly a 30 mile radius - meaning many of these could be much closer, depending where you are.
Some include funfairs, live music, laser shows and more, making for a fantastic family night out.
So wrap up warm, get your wellies on and check out some of these spectacular Bonfire Night events taking place this weekend.
Note: always check with the organisers directly or their social media channels ahead of travel for up-to-date information regarding the events. Most events are subject to weather conditions.
Macclesfield
Macclesfield Cricket Club Family Firework Festival, probably one of the greatest firework displays in Macc.
There's fun fairs and stalls plus a licensed bar and food. Gates open from 6.30pm, junior display at 7.15pm and main display takes place at 8pm.
You can also take advantage of some Take advantage of pre-event discounts by buying your tickets online or through selected retailers in Macclesfield.
Adults £5, children £4 and under 5s go free.
Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Macclesfield Cricket Club, Victoria Road, SK10 3JA
Chester
The fireworks return to Chester Racecourse on Saturday with The Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza. In addition to the fireworks on the night, there will be a fairground located across the track and plenty of food and beverage outlets from which to purchase drinks and snacks. The White Horse garden will be open to anyone with a ticket and feature a BBQ offering and fully stocked bar.
The ‘Kids Zone’ in the Dee Stand will have additional free activities for youngsters aged 10 and under, including glow in the dark face painting and lantern making.
Capital North West & North Wales Drivetime presenter Ben Sheppard will host the event, playing music for the crowd to enjoy from 5pm.
Gates will open at 5pm with a Junior Fireworks Display at 6.45pm. Main Display starts at 7.30pm. An extended Park and Ride service is in operation on the night.
Tickets are £5 in advance or £6 on the gate (children aged 4 and under get in free).
Saturday, November 2, 2019, The Racecourse, Chester, CH1 2LY
Warrington
Take the family along to Gulliver’s for a day of theme park fun and fireworks. Gulliver's will be open later than usual, which means guests have more time to explore the park.
The Fireworks Feast tickets include entrance to the park for the day, a show and a meal while you watch, plus entrance to the fireworks display.
The fireworks display is scheduled for approximately 7.15pm.
Adults and children over 90cm £23.95, children under 90cm £5.95.
Saturday, November 2, 2019. Gullivers World, Warrington, WA5 9YZ
Northwich
See the skies light up over the Cheshire countryside at this spectacular firework celebration.
Included within the ticket price, walk through Cheshire Woodlands and enjoy choreographed family laser light show, set waterside. A completely visual experience running at regular intervals from 5.30pm - 8.30pm.
Also on offer is the popular family fairground, food and drink plus late-night shopping in the Edwardian Courtyard.
Gates open 5.30pm, laser light shows from 5.30pm with the firework display starting at 7.30pm.
Adults £5, children £4 and under 2s go free.
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Blakemere Village, Northwich, CW8 2EB
Congleton
Congleton Rotary Club will be lighting up the sky with the annual bonfire and firework display, taking place in Congleton Park.
Gates to the park will open at 5pm, with the torch-lit parade to light the bonfire at 6pm. The firework display for the children will begin at 6.30pm with the main firework display commencing at 7.30pm. In the park there will be stalls, refreshments and children’s rides.
Tickets are available from the Tourist Information Centre in the Town Hall.
Tickets cost £6 for adults and £4 for children (under 5s free) if purchased before Saturday November 2and £8 for adults and £6 for children on the day.
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Congleton Park, CW12 1NS
Huddersfield
Funfair and Fireworks night at Cathedral House in Huddersfield, and organisers say this year promises to be their biggest event to date. There's a full range of funfair rides including a sky swing, waltzers, dodgems, a simulator, ferris wheel, ghost train and plenty of rides for smaller children too.
Entry is £4.50 on the gate, with 3s and under going free. However it's cheaper to buy online - and you cna save money on an unlimited ride wristband too.
Doors open at 4.30pm, with the fireworks display starting at approximately 8pm.
Saturday, November 2, Cathedral House, Huddersfield, HD1 3LJ
Sheffield
Sheffield’s Don Valley Bowl is home to After Dark, one of Yorkshire's biggest fireworks spectaculars and draws crowds of around 20,000 each year.
In 2019 After Dark will be hosting a Hallam FM stage, a giant bonfire, a huge funfair, fire spinners, food stalls, face painting and a famous firework display set to music.
Adults (12+) £12, Children £6, Under 3’s -free
Gates open at 5.30pm. bonfire is lit at 7.30pm with the fireworks starting at approximately 9pm.
Saturday, November 2, Don Valley Grass Bowl, Sheffield, S9 2DF
Chorley
Head to Astley Park for the spectacular annual bonfire and fireworks display. There will be some food stalls for people to grab a quick bite to eat and attendees are being encouraged to come dressed for the weather and ground conditions - wellies and warm clothing are recommended.
Gates open at 6.30pm, bonfire will be lit at 7pm with the fireworks display starting at approximately 7.30pm.
Entry to the event is free but there will be collection buckets with voluntary donations going to Derian House Children’s Hospice. Anyone attending the bonfire and fireworks event is advised to park in Chorley town centre, where parking is free after 5pm.
Friday, November 1, 2019, Astley Park, Chorley, PR7 1XA
Clitheroe
The Clitheroe Bonfire and organised fireworks display is a large-scale community event that draws thousands of people together from across the town, the Ribble Valley and beyond. Set in the picturesque grounds of the imposing fort, the bonfire will be hosted on the Castle Field with the fireworks display viewed from the castle keep.
Gates open at 6pm.
Adults £5, Children (3-15) £2, Family ticket (2 Adults, 2 Children) £10.
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Clitheroe Castle Field, Clitheroe BB7 1BA
Blackpool
The night skies will be lit up by amazing fireworks displays with its own unique musical theme and guests can enjoy the fantastic atmosphere as the park sparkles and shines in the dark.
And as part of its popular Late Night Riding and Fireworks event , guests have the chance to ride 10 thrilling rollercoasters after dark, including the UK’s tallest rollercoaster, the Big One and ICON - against the backdrop of the fireworks spectacular.
Late Night Riding takes place from 4pm with tickets from £23. Some rides will close from 9 pm due to the fireworks exclusion zone, with the display starting at around 10pm.
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ
Bakewell
Bonfire and fireworks event in the garden at the opulent Chatsworth estate, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with ‘an extraordinary voyage into space'. There will be two fireworks displays, including an early display for little ones, with the bonfire lit at 6.30pm.
There will also be a range of entertainment plus food stalls including hog roasts and mulled wine.
Gates open at 6pm, entry is £16 adult, £11 child (age 4–16 inclusive).
Sunday, November 3, 2019, Chatsworth, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
