Bonfire Night in Ipswich 2026: Fireworks Displays, Dates & Local Guide
The 2026 Fireworks Spooktacular at Christchurch Park is Suffolk's premier autumn fireworks celebration, organized with the 11th Ipswich Scout Group. Please note that this is not a traditional Guy Fawkes / Bonfire Night display, but an official Halloween fireworks celebration held on Saturday 31 October.
🎟️ IMPORTANT TICKETING NOTICE: All tickets must be purchased in advance online via ipswichfireworks.co.uk. NO TICKETS ARE SOLD AT THE GATES.
The 2026 Fireworks Spooktacular at Christchurch Park
| Event Feature | Verified Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Status / Date | Saturday 31 October 2026 (Confirmed Date) |
| Official Venue | Christchurch Park (Historic Mansion Grounds) |
| Full Address | Soane Street / Bolton Lane, Ipswich (IP4 2BX) |
| Timings & Schedule | Gates Open 18:00 (6:00pm) / Live Bands from 18:15 / Main Pyromusical 20:00 |
| Admission & Tickets | ONLINE TICKETS ONLY: Adults (16+) £12.99 / Children (5-15) £8.99 / Under 5s Free (Tickets go on sale from 1st October) |
| Official Portal | Official Ipswich Fireworks Portal |
About The 2026 Fireworks Spooktacular at Christchurch Park
Suffolk's premier fireworks event in Christchurch Park! Features an extraordinary musical fireworks display, live music stages (The Routine, Adam Thomas, Fraser Morgan & The Great Catastrophes, Starboard Sterns, Aaron Hall, DJ Leigh James, Suffolk Sound), fairground rides, and extensive catering.
Interactive Map of Ipswich Fireworks Displays
Confirmed Nearby Bonfire Night Events
- Explore Colchester Castle Park Fireworks (~26 km away) – Historic Castle grounds display.
- Explore Bury St Edmunds Fireworks (~42 km away) – West Suffolk rugby club display.
- Explore Felixstowe Rugby Club Fireworks (~18 km away) – Coastal Suffolk community bonfire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a Bonfire Night / Guy Fawkes display?
No. The event is an official Halloween fireworks celebration ("Fireworks Spooktacular") held on Saturday 31 October 2026, rather than a traditional Guy Fawkes / Bonfire Night celebration.
Can tickets be bought at the gate on the night?
No. The organizers strictly enforce online tickets only. No payments or tickets are accepted at park gates.
Which park entrances are open for ticket holders?
Ticket holders can enter via Soane Street, Bolton Lane, Fonnereau Road, and Park Road gates.
