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# Mold Bonfire Night 2026: Local Guide & Premier Displays Nearby
| Event Feature | Details for 2026 |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Local Status** | **No Centralised Municipal Stadium Display in Mold** (Local community & pub fire pits only) |
| **Top Confirmed Hub** | **Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza** at Chester Racecourse (`CH1 2LY`) — **~16.5 km away** |
| **Alternative Regional Hubs** | **Ellesmere Port** (~17.9 km) & **Billinge** (~47.3 km) |
| **Peak Celebration Dates** | Saturday 7 November 2026 (Main Weekend Display) |
| **Estimated Travel Time** | Approx. 22 mins travel from Mold |
| **Admission & Tickets** | Ticketed advance booking only (Not available on gate) |
## Overview & Local Fireworks Situation
When autumn settles over Flintshire, families in **Mold** turn their attention to the region's best Bonfire Night entertainment. While Mold does not feature a single centralized public fireworks venue, residents can easily plan an evening out to **Chester** (~16.5 km away) to enjoy the renowned **Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza**.
These major celebrations feature extensive food courts, children's sparkler zones, live music stages, and world-class pyrotechnic finales.
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### 🎆 1. Top Recommendation: Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza (~16.5 km / ~22 mins)
Located just **16.5 km (10.2 miles)** from Mold, **Chester Racecourse** in Chester hosts one of the region's standout Guy Fawkes celebrations:
* **Event Highlights:** Two separate choreographed displays (junior quiet & blockbuster), LED performers, funfair.
* **Schedule & Timings:** Gates 17:00 / Junior Display 18:45 / Main Display 19:30
* **Admission Policy:** Ticketed advance booking only (Not available on gate)
* **Official Organiser:** [Lord Mayor of Chester, Chester Lions & Cheshire West Council](https://www.chester-races.com)
👉 [Read our full guide to Chester Fireworks 2026](/bonfire-night-in-chester-cheshire)
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### 🎇 2. Alternative Regional Option: Whitby Club Annual Bonfire & Fireworks (~17.9 km)
Another excellent option for Mold residents is **Whitby Club Annual Bonfire & Fireworks** in nearby **Ellesmere Port**, featuring traditional community bonfires, family entertainment, and hot seasonal food.
👉 [Read our guide to Ellesmere Port Fireworks 2026](/bonfire-night-in-ellesmere-port-cheshire)
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To explore all fireworks displays across the county, browse our comprehensive [guide to Flintshire Bonfire Night events](/flintshire-events) or learn about [Guy Fawkes traditions](/why-do-we-celebrate-bonfire-night).
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## Nearby Confirmed Bonfire Night Events
* Explore [Chester Fireworks (Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza)](/bonfire-night-in-chester-cheshire) (~16.5 km away) – Two separate choreographed displays (junior quiet & blockbuster), LED performers, fun...
* Explore [Ellesmere Port Fireworks (Whitby Club Annual Bonfire & Fireworks)](/bonfire-night-in-ellesmere-port-cheshire) (~17.9 km away) – Ellesmere Port's community fireworks night with children's rides, BBQ, and indoor/out...
* Explore [Billinge Fireworks (The Billinge Arms Annual Bonfire & Fireworks)](/bonfire-night-in-billinge-merseyside) (~47.3 km away) – Traditional village bonfire and fireworks display. Wigan area residents also attend H...
* Explore [Shrewsbury Fireworks (Shrewsbury Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular 2026)](/bonfire-night-in-shrewsbury-shropshire) (~56.0 km away) – Shropshire's premier county fireworks festival across 53 acres of showground parkland...
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Is Mold hosting an official town bonfire or fireworks display in 2026?
No official public fireworks display is staged by local municipal authorities in Mold. Most residents celebrate with local family gatherings and travel to major confirmed spectacles held in nearby Chester.
### Where is the premier fireworks event located near Mold?
Residents in Mold are closest to **Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza** at **Chester Racecourse** (CH1 2LY), situated about **16.5 km** away. The event offers Two separate choreographed displays (junior quiet & blockbuster), LED performers, funfair..
### Do I need advance tickets for the display in Chester?
Entry requirements for Chester: **Ticketed advance booking only (Not available on gate)**. Advance booking via [Lord Mayor of Chester, Chester Lions & Cheshire West Council](https://www.chester-races.com) helps avoid gate queues and guarantees entry.
