Fireworks in the Cotswolds 2026 | Bonfire Night Guide
Village bonfires, musical fireworks and colourful family celebrations are lighting up the Gloucestershire Cotswolds in 2026.
From Cirencester and South Cerney to Tetbury, Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Campden, this guide brings together organised displays across the area.
The roundup also covers Stroud and the surrounding valleys, Painswick, Dursley and Wotton-under-Edge, with Ashton Keynes just over the Wiltshire border also included. Every event is listed in date order.
Explore Gloucestershire has brought together 21 fireworks events in this local guide. Follow each event link for further details and booking information.
Please note: Explore Gloucestershire supports organised firework displays. Choosing a scheduled event helps pet owners and those caring for animals plan ahead and take precautions.
Bonfire Night and autumn fireworks in the Cotswolds 2026
1) Aston Down Fireworks, Air Display & Bonfire
Saturday 24 October 2026
Venue: Aston Down Airfield, Aston Down Aerodrome, Stroud, GL6 8HX
Family fireworks and bonfire event with an airborne pyrotechnic display, funfair rides, food stalls, gliding simulator, STEM workshops and pumpkin carving.
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2) Rotary 5 Valleys Firework Display 2026
Monday 26 October 2026
Venue: Marling School Playing Fields, Cainscross Road, Stroud
Fireworks choreographed to music, John Coneley’s Funfair, food and drink, and Punch & Judy entertainment. Proceeds support local charities and good causes.
> More about Rotary 5 Valleys Firework Display 2026
3) South Cerney Fireworks Spooktacular!
Saturday 31 October 2026
Venue: South Cerney Airfield, Northmoor Lane, Cirencester, GL7 5RD
Halloween celebration with musical fireworks and lasers, giant bonfire, children’s fireworks, funfair, monster trucks, fancy dress, street food and live entertainment.
> More about South Cerney Fireworks Spooktacular!
4) Thomas Keble Fireworks Extravaganza
Monday 2 November 2026
Venue: Thomas Keble School, Eastcombe, GL6 7DY
Family-friendly community fireworks event organised by Thomas Keble PTA, with a fireworks display, BBQ food and refreshments near Stroud.
> More about Thomas Keble Fireworks Extravaganza
5) Siddington Park Fireworks Evening
Thursday 5 November 2026
Venue: The Orangery at Siddington Park, Siddington Park, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
A spectacular fireworks evening at The Orangery in Siddington Park, with food and drinks before a colourful display lights up the Cotswolds sky.
> More about Siddington Park Fireworks Evening
6) Quenington Bulldogs Firework Display
Friday 6 November 2026
Venue: Godwin’s Field, Quenington, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Annual community bonfire and fireworks with hotdogs, homemade soups, hot chocolate and stalls, raising funds for local good causes.
> More about Quenington Bulldogs Firework Display
7) Far Peak Fireworks Night
Friday 6 November 2026
Venue: The Old Smokery, Far Peak, 1 The Old Smokery, Northleach, Cheltenham, GL54 3JL
Cotswolds fireworks event featuring a dazzling display, live music, BBQ, hot drinks, a bar and children’s activities from The Wild Things.
> More about Far Peak Fireworks Night
8) Stow on the Wold Bonfire and Fireworks
Friday 6 November 2026
Venue: QE2 Field (Cricket Ground), Lower Swell Road, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire
A traditional community bonfire and fireworks celebration in the Cotswolds, organised by Stow-on-the-Wold Town Council, with a pig roast, refreshments and children’s rides.
> More about Stow on the Wold Bonfire and Fireworks
9) Ashton Keynes Fireworks Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Bradstone Playing Fields, Ashton Keynes, Wiltshire, SN6 6PH
School fundraising fireworks celebration with a children’s silent disco, live music, funfair rides, BBQ, food stalls, licensed bar and sweet treats.
> More about Ashton Keynes Fireworks Display
10) Tetbury Fireworks & Laser Spectacular
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Sir William Romney’s School, Lowfield Road, Tetbury, GL8 8BA
Fireworks and laser show with a bonfire, BBQ, hot drinks, mulled wine, jacket potatoes and fundraising stalls supporting local Scouts.
> More about Tetbury Fireworks & Laser Spectacular
11) Chipping Campden Firework Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Chipping Campden Recreation Ground, George Lane, Chipping Campden, GL55 6DA (behind the school)
Community fireworks organised by St James & Ebrington Primary School PTA, featuring a bonfire, hot food and drinks, mulled wine, sweets and raffle.
> More about Chipping Campden Firework Display
12) Birdlip Bonfire Night Fireworks
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Ruby’s Bar, Birdlip, Gloucestershire, GL4 8JL
Family fireworks celebration supporting Birdlip Primary School, featuring a fireworks display, BBQ, bar and glow-in-the-dark children’s party.
> More about Birdlip Bonfire Night Fireworks
13) Fairford Firework Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Fairford Cricket Club, Park Street, Fairford, GL7 4JJ
Family fireworks with a traditional bonfire, DJ, funfair, food and drink, and hog roast. Profits support Fairford Primary School.
> More about Fairford Firework Display
14) Dursley Fireworks
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Dursley Recreation Ground, Kingshill Road, Dursley, GL11 4EH
Community fireworks organised by Girlguiding Dursley District, featuring two displays, including a musical finale, raising funds for charity.
> More about Dursley Fireworks
15) Wotton-Under-Edge Firework Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Wotton Community PARC, New Road, Wotton-Under-Edge, GL12 8JW
Community fireworks featuring two displays, including a quieter show, a traditional bonfire, live entertainment, fairground rides, food and stalls.
> More about Wotton-Under-Edge Firework Display
16) Chalford Hill Bonfire Night
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: France Lynch Pleasure Ground, Chalford, GL6 8LL
Community bonfire and fireworks organised by Chalford Hill Primary School PTA, with a traditional bonfire, professional fireworks and BBQ.
> More about Chalford Hill Bonfire Night
17) Croft School Painswick Firework Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: The Croft Primary School, Churchill Way, Painswick, Gloucestershire, GL6 6RQ
Family fireworks organised by the Friends of The Croft School, with hot food, drinks, mulled wine, sweet treats and a UV disco.
> More about Croft School Painswick Firework Display
18) Firework Display at The Tavern Inn, Kemble
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: The Tavern Inn, Station Road, Kemble, GL7 6AX
Family fireworks celebration featuring live music from Parlor, food and refreshments in a lively Cotswolds village atmosphere.
> More about Firework Display at The Tavern Inn, Kemble
19) Miserden Firework Display
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: Miserden Village, Miserden, Gloucestershire, GL6 7JA
Family bonfire and professional fireworks by Skyburst, with food, mulled wine, cider, hot chocolate and a glow-in-the-dark children’s disco. Supports Miserden School.
> More about Miserden Firework Display
20) Big Bisley Bonfire Night Bash
Saturday 7 November 2026
Venue: King George V Playing Field, Vanderbreen Street, Bisley, GL6 7BN
Community bonfire and fireworks with Guy competition, barbecue, chilli, hot chocolate, sweets, glow toys and an after-party at The Bear Inn.
> More about Big Bisley Bonfire Night Bash
21) Guiting Power Bonfire & Firework Display
Sunday 8 November 2026
Venue: Guiting Power Playing Field, Behind Guiting Power Village Hall, Guiting Power, Gloucestershire
Traditional Cotswold village bonfire and fireworks with bar, hot dogs, sweets and family entertainment. Donations support the village and RABI.
> More about Guiting Power Bonfire & Firework Display
Plan a sparkling evening out
Visitors should check admission arrangements, parking and ticket availability before setting out. Some displays require advance booking, so early planning is recommended.
Before travelling: Events may change or be cancelled, including at short notice because of the weather. Check the organiser’s official website or social media for the latest dates, times and updates.
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28 October 2026
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