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Battersea Park Fireworks 2026 takes place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, run by Wandsworth Council. Saturday is the party night: gates 6pm, fireworks around 8:30pm, with Rudimental DJ performing. Sunday is the family night: gates 4:30pm, fireworks at 7pm. Tickets are advance-only, and the event has sold out four years running.
Battersea Park Fireworks 2026 at a Glance
| Saturday 7 November | Sunday 8 November | |
| Best for | Adults and older kids — party night | Families with young children |
| Gates open | 6pm | 4:30pm |
| Last entry | 8pm | 6:30pm |
| Fireworks | Around 8:30pm | 7pm |
| Entertainment | Rudimental DJ, Conjunto Sabroso, Disco Ceilidh after-party | Arcadia’s Lords of Lightning, Fearlessly Taylor, Pop Anthems after-party |
| Tickets | Adults £16.70, ages 5–15 £11.50, under-5s free (ticket needed) | Same prices; happy hour 4:30–5:30pm with half-price rides |
Adult price rises to £18.10 for the final release. Prices and line-up from the organisers at the time of writing.
When Is Battersea Park Fireworks 2026?
Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026, the weekend after Bonfire Night (which is Thursday 5 November). Tickets went on sale at midday on Tuesday 8 September.
Saturday Night: The Party Show
Saturday is the classic Bonfire Night party. Gates open at 6pm, last entry is 8pm and the fireworks start at around 8:30pm. Before the display there are sets from Rudimental DJ and Latin band Conjunto Sabroso, followed by a Disco Ceilidh dance party after the fireworks.
Sunday Night: The Family Show
Sunday is designed for families, with an earlier start. Gates open at 4:30pm, with a happy hour until 5:30pm — half-price fairground rides and £5 drinks. At 5:45pm there’s Arcadia’s Lords of Lightning show and Taylor Swift tribute Fearlessly Taylor, the fireworks start at 7pm, and the night ends with a Pop Anthems after-party.
How Big Is Battersea Park Fireworks?
It’s one of London’s largest displays, with capacity for around 50,000 ticket-holders a night and about 100,000 people across the weekend. It’s run for Wandsworth Council by the not-for-profit Enable, and ticket sales help fund green spaces across the borough.
Tips for Battersea Park Fireworks
- Book early — it has sold out four years in a row, and there are no gate sales.
- There’s no re-admission, so bring everything you need.
- Under-5s go free but still need a ticket.
- Use public transport: Battersea Park and Queenstown Road stations, or the river bus to Battersea Power Station Pier.
Battersea Park Fireworks 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Battersea Park Fireworks 2026?
Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026.
What time do the Battersea fireworks start?
Around 8:30pm on Saturday and 7pm on Sunday.
How much are Battersea Park Fireworks tickets?
Adults £16.70 (£18.10 at final release), ages 5–15 £11.50, under-5s free with a ticket.
Which night is best for kids?
Sunday 8 November — it starts earlier and is designed for families.
Who is performing at Battersea Park Fireworks 2026?
Rudimental DJ and Conjunto Sabroso on Saturday; Arcadia’s Lords of Lightning and Fearlessly Taylor on Sunday.
Can’t Get Tickets? Host Your Own
If Battersea sells out, bring the show home. Big Shotter Fireworks delivers across London. For young children, try our indoor fireworks and sparklers; for a Saturday-night finale, browse our barrages and cakes. See our full London Bonfire Night guide for other displays. Use code BON26 for 10% off.
