Bonfire Night in Raunds 2026: Local Overview & Top Fireworks Displays Nearby
| Event Feature | Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Local Status | No Centralised Municipal Stadium Display in Raunds (Local community & pub fire pits only) |
| Top Confirmed Hub | Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026 at Cut Throat Lane (Wellingborough RFC Grounds) (NN29 7TZ) — ~13.5 km away |
| Alternative Regional Hubs | Kettering (~13.6 km) & Corby (~20.3 km) |
| Peak Celebration Dates | Friday 6 November 2026 (Opening Weekend Display) |
| Estimated Travel Time | Approx. 18 mins travel from Raunds |
| Admission & Tickets | Advance tickets / Club gate admission (~£7 Adults / £4 Children) |
Overview & Local Fireworks Situation
November in Raunds is synonymous with glowing embers, sparklers, and breathtaking fireworks lighting up the night sky. Because Raunds does not stage a centralized municipal bonfire in the town centre, families have effortless road and transit connections to Wellingborough (~13.5 km away) to witness Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026.
Visitors can look forward to roaring timber bonfires, gourmet street food stalls, artisan warm cider, and choreographed aerial displays.
🎆 1. Nearest Confirmed Display: Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026 (Approx. 13.5 km away)
Located just 13.5 km (8.4 miles) from Raunds, Cut Throat Lane (Wellingborough RFC Grounds) in Wellingborough hosts one of the region's standout Guy Fawkes celebrations:
- Event Highlights: Community rugby club Guy Fawkes night with traditional wood bonfire, clubhouse bar, hot hog roast, and pyrotechnic display.
- Schedule & Timings: Gates Open 18:00 / Bonfire Lit 19:00 / Grand Fireworks 19:45
- Admission Policy: Advance tickets / Club gate admission (~£7 Adults / £4 Children)
- Official Organiser: Wellingborough Rugby Football Club
👉 Read our full guide to Wellingborough Fireworks 2026
🎇 2. Alternative Regional Option: Wicksteed Park Annual Fireworks Spectacular 2026 (~13.6 km)
Another excellent option for Raunds residents is Wicksteed Park Annual Fireworks Spectacular 2026 in nearby Kettering, featuring traditional community bonfires, family entertainment, and hot seasonal food.
👉 Read our guide to Kettering Fireworks 2026
To explore all fireworks displays across the county, browse our comprehensive guide to Northamptonshire Bonfire Night events or learn about Guy Fawkes traditions.
Interactive Event Location Map
Nearby Confirmed Bonfire Night Events
- Explore Wellingborough Fireworks (Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026) (~13.5 km away) – Community rugby club Guy Fawkes night with traditional wood bonfire, clubhouse bar, h...
- Explore Kettering Fireworks (Wicksteed Park Annual Fireworks Spectacular 2026) (~13.6 km away) – Northamptonshire's premier park fireworks tradition at the UK's oldest theme park, fe...
- Explore Corby Fireworks (Corby Civic Bonfire & Fireworks) (~20.3 km away) – Free lakeside civic display with torchlight parade from Corby International Pool, gia...
- Explore Bedford Fireworks (Bedford Blues Annual Fireworks Display & Funfair) (~23.4 km away) – Two separate fireworks displays (children & main), giant funfair, food court, and pit...
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be a Bonfire Night fireworks display in Raunds this year?
No. Local council authorities in Raunds do not organize a centralized municipal fireworks display in the town centre. Residents typically attend premier confirmed displays in neighbouring hubs such as Wellingborough.
What is the top recommended Bonfire Night display near Raunds?
Residents in Raunds are closest to Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026 at Cut Throat Lane (Wellingborough RFC Grounds) (NN29 7TZ), situated about 13.5 km away. The event offers Community rugby club Guy Fawkes night with traditional wood bonfire, clubhouse bar, hot ho....
How do admission tickets work for the Wellingborough Rugby Club Annual Fireworks Display 2026?
Entry requirements for Wellingborough: Advance tickets / Club gate admission (~£7 Adults / £4 Children). Advance booking via Wellingborough Rugby Football Club helps avoid gate queues and guarantees entry.
