Where to see the fireworks in Bristol

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Trinity Centre 
The converted church hosts one of Bristol’s bigger central events with a large bonfire and fireworks display in the gardens. There will be live music from 9pm from local jazzers, Bristol Afrobeat Project. Suggested donation of £2.00.  
November 2
Trinity Road, BS2 0NW
www.3ca.org.uk

Bristol Zoo Gardens
‘Family friendly’ low-noise fireworks will light up Bristol Zoo Gardens without the loud bangs that might scare little ones and animals. As well as a firework display, there will be a compere on stage for fun and games. Entry £5.25 (child) – £6.75 (adult).
November 4 – 6
Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, BS8 3HA
www.bristolzoo.org.uk

Victoria Park 
Victoria Park hosts a massive community bonfire once a year. The fire will be lit at 6pm and there will be a hot dog stand and bar in the park. Victoria Park don’t hold a license for fireworks and while they encourage visitors not to bring their own, there are always a few rogue displays. November 5
Victoria Park, Bedminster, BS3 
www.vpag.org.uk

Compass Point
For a legitimate firework display in Bedminster, Compass Point South Street School and Children’s Centre are putting on an event. All are welcome and food will be available from 5pm, with fireworks starting at 6pm. Entry £2.00 (child) – £3.00 (adult). 
November 5
South Street, Bedminster, BS3 3AU
www.compasspoint.bristol.sch.uk

Downend Firework Show
Going strong for over 40 years, this is Bristol’s biggest charity firework event. This year, organisers have promised to up the spend on explosives, add another bar and improve the entertainment. Entry on the gate is £5.00 (child) – £6.00 (adult). Advance tickets are cheaper online and family tickets also available. 
November 7
King George V Playing Fields, BS16 6QW
www.downendfireworks.co.uk

Bishop Road School
Includes a firework display, fire performance, installations, music, childrens’ lantern parade, tuck shop, hot food and licensed bar. Entry on the gate is £3.00 (child) – £5.00 (adult). Advance tickets available from Lashing Coffee House and Iota (Gloucester Road) and Playful Cafe (Fenton Road).  
November 8
Bishop Road, Bishopston, BS7 8LS
www.bishoproad.bristol.sch.uk 

Henleaze Infant School
Henleaze Infants fireworks display, with hots dogs (and veggie dogs), mulled wine and other refreshments available. Entry on the gate is £3.00 (child) – £5.00 (adult). Advance tickets available from the school or from Just So Toys and The Eastfield Inn on Henleaze Road. 
November 7 
Henleaze Infant School, Henleaze, BS9 4LG
www.henleaze-inf.bristol.sch.uk

Canford Park
Canford Park’s Fireworks Fiesta is organised by Bristol Roundtable and Clifton Rotary Club. The past two events have helped raised over £30,000 for local charities. Tickets are available from local schools, St. Peters Hospice shops and some local traders. Tickets are £4.00 advance and £5.00 on the gate.  
November 8
Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9
www.fireworksfiesta.co.uk

St Paul’s

Portland Square will host an event from 5pm – 8pm, with a fireworks display starting at 6pm. Donations are welcome for next year’s community display.

November 5
Portland Square, St Paul’s, BS2 8SJ