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Trafford’s biggest Bonfire Night event in 2026 is Bowdon Bonfire in Altrincham on Friday 6 November, with three firework displays and a new drone light show. Stretford Cricket Club is listed for Saturday 7 November, with displays at 7pm and 8pm. Other Trafford displays — Urmston, Sale and Mersey Valley — haven’t confirmed 2026 dates yet. All are ticketed and run by local clubs.
Trafford Fireworks 2026 at a Glance
| Display | Area | 2026 date | Tickets |
| Bowdon Bonfire, Bowdon Cricket Hockey & Squash Club | Altrincham | Fri 6 Nov (confirmed) | £9.12–£48.56 |
| Stretford Cricket Club Bonfire | Stretford | Sat 7 Nov (listed) | 2025: £7 adult · £5 child |
| Urmston Sports Club Bonfire | Urmston | TBC (2025: Sat 1 Nov) | 2025: from £5 |
| Mersey Valley Sports Club | Sale | TBC (2025: Wed 5 Nov) | 2025: £7 adult · £20 family |
| Trafford MV RFCC, MacPherson Park | Sale | TBC (2025: Fri 7 Nov) | 2025: £10 adult · £5 child |
| The Legh Arms | Sale | TBC (2025: Sat 1 Nov) | 2025: £5 adult · £3 child |
TBC = not yet announced at the time of writing. We’ll update this table as clubs confirm 2026 dates.
When Is Bonfire Night 2026 in Trafford?
Bonfire Night is Thursday 5 November 2026. Most Trafford displays are expected on the surrounding weekends — Bowdon on Friday 6 November and Stretford on Saturday 7 November — with some clubs going the weekend before.
Are There Council Fireworks in Trafford?
We couldn’t find any council-run displays in Trafford parks for 2026, including Longford Park or Sale Water Park. Across Greater Manchester, council-run park displays have largely stopped — Manchester City Council’s, including Heaton Park, didn’t return in 2025. Bonfire Night in Trafford is now run by sports clubs, pubs and community groups.
What Is the Biggest Fireworks Display in Trafford?
Bowdon Bonfire, Altrincham
Now in its 58th year, Bowdon Bonfire is Trafford’s biggest Bonfire Night event. For 2026 it adds a drone light show to a traditional line-up of one real bonfire and three firework displays, plus refreshments, stalls and family activities. It raises money for Bowdon Club’s cricket, hockey and squash sections.
When: Friday 6 November 2026, 6pm–10pm
Where: Bowdon Cricket Hockey and Squash Club, South Downs Road, Bowdon, Altrincham WA14 3DT
Bonfire: lit at 7:40pm
Tickets: £9.12 to £48.56 on Eventbrite, on sale now
Other Displays in Stretford, Urmston and Sale
Stretford Cricket Club, Lesley Road (M32 9EE)
Listed for Saturday 7 November 2026, with gates from 5pm and two firework displays at 7pm and 8pm. In 2025 it had a big outdoor bar and food area, with tickets at £7 for adults, £5 for children and £20 for a family.
Urmston Sports Club, Moorside Road (M41 5UU)
A popular display with a DJ set, inside and outside bars, food and rides. The 2025 event on Saturday 1 November sold out, with online-only tickets from £5. Watch for the 2026 date.
Mersey Valley Sports Club, Banky Lane, Sale (M33 5SL)
Held on 5 November itself in 2025: gates at 5:30pm, bonfire at 6:30pm and fireworks at 7:45pm. Advance tickets only.
Trafford MV RFCC, Finny Bank Road, Sale (M33 6LR)
In 2025 the club ran a children’s display at 6:45pm and the main display at 8pm, with tickets from the bar and cash-only food and stalls. It usually sells out quickly.
The Legh Arms, Sale
A pub display with an outside bar and karaoke. In 2025 it ran on Saturday 1 November, with tickets at £5 for adults and £3 for children from the bar.
Tips for Bonfire Night in Trafford
- Book early — Urmston Sports Club and Trafford MV both sold out last year.
- Bring cash: several club stalls and bars are cash-only.
- Leave pets at home, and don’t bring sparklers or fireworks to public displays.
- Use Metrolink where you can — parking at club grounds is limited.
Trafford Fireworks 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Bowdon Bonfire 2026?
Friday 6 November 2026, 6pm to 10pm, at Bowdon Cricket Hockey and Squash Club in Altrincham.
Is there a drone show at Bowdon Bonfire?
Yes — 2026 adds a drone light show alongside three firework displays and a real bonfire.
Is there a Longford Park or Sale Water Park fireworks display in 2026?
We haven’t found any listing for either. Trafford’s displays are run by local clubs.
Are there free fireworks in Trafford?
We haven’t found a free public display for 2026. Club displays typically cost £5–£17 per adult.
What time can I set off fireworks on Bonfire Night?
Until midnight on 5 November. On most other nights the cut-off is 11pm.
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