Bonfire Night in Shrewsbury 2026: Fireworks Displays, Dates & Local Guide
| Event Feature | Verified Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Confirmed Date | Saturday 7 November 2026 (Main Weekend Display) |
| Official Venue | West Mid Showground |
| Full Address | Berwick Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire (SY1 2PF) |
| Timings & Schedule | Gates Open 16:30 / Sound-Sensitive Kids Display 17:30 / Giant Bonfire 18:30 / Blockbuster Main Fireworks 19:45 |
| Admission & Tickets | Advance tickets only via westmidshowground.co.uk (~£12 Adult / £5 Child / Under 5s Free) |
| Official Organiser | Shropshire Horticultural Society & West Mid Showground |
| Family Facilities | Designated safety enclosures, food court, hot drinks, toilets & marshalled security |
Overview & Event Highlights
Shropshire's premier county fireworks festival across 53 acres of showground parkland along the River Severn, with two fireworks displays (quiet kids + mega main), giant bonfire, indoor heated craft village, and zero noise pollution.
As one of the most celebrated Guy Fawkes traditions in Shropshire, the Shrewsbury Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular 2026 offers an unforgettable autumn night for families, visitors, and pyrotechnic enthusiasts alike.
🎆 Event Features & Schedule
- Main Aerial Display: Choreographed by leading pyrotechnic professionals with multi-shot aerial barrages and dazzling colour combinations.
- Giant Bonfire Tradition: A magnificent wood pyre built according to strict environmental and safety standards.
- Family Hospitality: Extensive street food vendors offering gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizza, hot jacket potatoes, sweet waffles, and spiced autumn drinks.
- Organiser Website: Visit Shropshire Horticultural Society & West Mid Showground for official updates and entry rules.
To explore all fireworks displays across the county, browse our comprehensive guide to Shropshire Bonfire Night events or learn about Guy Fawkes Night traditions.
Interactive Event Location Map
Nearby Bonfire Night Events
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- Explore Wolverhampton Fireworks (Wolverhampton West Park Bonfire & Fireworks Spectacular 2026) (~43.9 km away) – The Black Country's premier civic Guy Fawkes festival in Victorian West Park (incorpo...
- Explore Brierley Hill Fireworks (Himley Hall Bonfire & Fireworks Spectacular) (~45.6 km away) – The largest civic bonfire and fireworks display in the West Midlands (25,000+ capacit...
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Shrewsbury Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular 2026 taking place in 2026?
The event is officially scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026 (Main Weekend Display) at West Mid Showground (SY1 2PF).
What are the admission and ticketing rules?
Admission policy: Advance tickets only via westmidshowground.co.uk (~£12 Adult / £5 Child / Under 5s Free). We recommend checking the official organiser updates at Shropshire Horticultural Society & West Mid Showground prior to traveling.
Is parking available at West Mid Showground?
Parking arrangements vary by venue. Visitors are encouraged to utilize designated event car parks, park-and-ride schemes, or public transit links serving Shrewsbury.
