Seasonal events in Manchester (November 2026)

Updated 3 Nov 2026. 8 things for the season in Manchester. Each one links to its own page with dates, venue and booking details.

1. Bolton licensed firework displays at Licensed displays across Bolton

   Last 6 days · 11 licensed displays, 17 Oct – 8 Nov 2026 (e.g. Sat 7 Nov Daisy Hill Cricket Club, fireworks 7.30pm)

   Licensed displays across Bolton

2. Rochdale Bonfire and Fireworks at Cronkeyshaw Common

   Tomorrow · Wed 4 Nov 2026: bonfire 7pm, fireworks 7.30pm

   Cronkeyshaw Common · Rochdale

3. Manchester Christmas Markets

   This Friday · Fri 6 Nov - Mon 22 Dec 2026

   Manchester Christmas Markets

4. Ultimate Fireworks Night Spectacular at Alton Towers

   This Friday · Fri 6 – Sun 8 Nov 2026, fireworks from 7pm

   Alton Towers Resort · Alton, Staffordshire

5. Manchester community fireworks at Heaton Park, Platt Fields Park and Wythenshawe Park, Manchester

   This Saturday · Sat 7 Nov 2026: 5pm reduced-noise fireworks, 8pm main displays

   Heaton Park, Platt Fields Park and Wythenshawe Park · Manchester

   Price: Free

6. Lanterns & Light 2026 at Chester Zoo

   Coming · Fri 13 Nov · Fri 13 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027 (4.30pm-8pm)

   Chester Zoo

7. Christmas at Dunham Massey

   Coming · Fri 20 Nov · Fri 20 Nov 2026 - Sat 2 Jan 2027

   Dunham Massey · Altrincham

8. Bents Garden & Home

   Open most days

   Glazebury