Crowned the UK’s best bonfire display by Time Out and The Daily Telegraph, join us on Friday 1 November and Saturday 2 November for a two-night extravaganza of food, fun and of course – fireworks! Hosted across our 196 acres both in the Park and Palace, we’ve been dazzling the night sky with fireworks since 1873 – that’s over 150 years of entertaining!
While our jaw-dropping fireworks and unbeatable panoramic views have made us famous, there are plenty more reasons why this is the UK’s favourite Guy Fawkes celebration.
Here’s why Ally Pally is the place to be this bonfire weekend…
1. Drone show with a view of London (brand-new!)
For the first time ever, watch our 360-degree drone show, brought to you by the same minds behind the Glastonbury and London New Year’s Eve drone displays. With a backdrop of the London skyline, become a part of our rich 150-year history as we introduce this new and exciting technology.
2. German Bier Fest
Get an authentic taste of Bavaria at the UK’s largest bier festival, hosted in our Great Hall. Don your lederhosen and enjoy beer delivered right to your table, leaving you to enjoy the Bavarian-style Oompah band playing traditional German folk! On top of all that, prep your windpipes to sing-along with tribute acts ABBA Revival on Friday and Oasis tribute Definitely Mightbe, on Saturday!
3. Legendary DJ sets & street food delights
Enter our StrEATlife Village for top-notch DJ sets this year from The Cuban Brothers, bringing soul-funk fusions with riotous comedy and UK garage duo Artful Dodger. Alongside our headliners, soak up the sound of New Orleans as we welcome six-piece brass band Big Smoke Brass, who are performing on both nights!
4. The Café De Pally Tent
Step into the quirky world of Café de Pally, where surprises await around every corner. On Friday, sing your heart out at Gospeloke, with an eight-piece gospel choir backing you up on hits from Beyoncé to Guns N’ Roses. Saturday’s lineup features East End legend Double Bass Dan, the retro Miss Jones Band and the unique Iron Boot Scrappers, an Edwardian rock band with a modern twist.
5. Family fun for all ages
There’s something for all the family at Ally Pally. Gather around the bonfire, hop on classic funfair rides like the dodgems and teacups, catch street circus acts straight from Covent Garden or hit the Ice Rink for disco skating. Don’t forget, many of our street food vendors offer kid-sized portions, so the little ones can join in the foodie fun too!
