BONFIRE Night will be taking place in just a few weeks, and if you live in Dorset you'll have a few choices of fireworks displays to attend.
Also known as Guy Fawkes Night, it marks the occasion in 1605 when Fawkes was arrested while guarding explosives that had been placed underneath the House of Lords as part of the Gunpowder Plot.
Many Bonfire Night events will show off spectacular fireworks displays, as well as lots of add-ons such as fairground rides and hot food and drink.
If you're looking for a Bonfire Night fireworks display to attend, here are some taking place around Dorset in 2024.
Dorset Bonfire Night fireworks displays for 2024
Bournemouth Littledown Fireworks
Address: Littledown Centre, BH7 7DX
Bournemouth Fireworks will be hosting a display at the Littledown Centre on Saturday, November 2.
Gates will open at 5pm and there will be three separate displays kicking off at 7pm, 8pm and 9pm.
Alongside that, there will be a music arena area with an Oasis tribute band and fire performers.
Other attractions will include a large funfair, food and drink stalls, an indoor bar and a sports area for kids to try stuff out.
Tickets for the event can be purchased on the website here.
Poole Quay Fireworks
Address: The Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ
Poole Quay will be hosting a free fireworks night event on Tuesday, November 5, with the actual display kicking off at 8pm.
Before that, attractions around the quay will begin from 5pm, which will include live music and family entertainment.
The Poole Tourism website adds: "This event is always very popular and people attending by car should expect delays when leaving the main Quay visitors car park straight after the fireworks."
Ringwood Grand Fireworks
Address: Carvers Recreation Ground, Southampton Road, Ringwood, BH24 1JD
Ringwood Grand Fireworks will be returning to Carvers Recreation Ground on Sunday, November 3.
Gates will open at 3pm with a "Quiet ‘low bangs’ display" taking place at 5.30pm before the main event kicks off at 7pm.
Additional features will include a bonfire being lit, a judging of the Guy competition, freestyle fire shows, food stalls and live music from Swing Unlimited.
Tickets can be bought on the website here, and can only be purchased online.
Minterne Gardens Fireworks
Address: Minterne Magna, Dorchester DT2 7AU
Minterne Gardens will be hosting a fireworks night event on Friday, November 1, with gates opening at 6pm and the actual display kicking off at 7.30 pm.
Its Facebook event page says: "Enjoy the magic of sparklers, the warmth of a crackling bonfire, and delicious food and drink to complete the celebration. Plus, parking is free!"
Tickets for the event can be purchased on the website here.
Weymouth Bonfire Night & Fireworks
Address: The Esplanade, Weymouth, DT4 7AN
Weymouth Town Council will be hosting its annual beach bonfire and fireworks night on Tuesday, November 5.
Attendees will be able to explore food stalls around the promenade from 5pm before the bonfire is lit on the beach at 7.40pm.
After that, the fireworks displays will begin at 8pm.
The Blandford School Fireworks Night
Address: Milldown Road. Blandford Forum DT11 7SQ
The Blandford School will be hosting a fireworks night on Friday, November 8, with gates opening at 6pm before the display begins at 7.15pm.
Attendees will be able to enjoy a range of food and drink from Dorset Food Company, The Box Pizza, Willows Coffee & More and Flo & Frankie's Fudge.
There will also be an ice cream van, doughnuts, hotdogs and a bar hosted by the Friends of The Blandford School library.
Tickets can be purchased at the school reception or at Ruby’s Salon and Sweetpea Florist.
King George V Playing Fields Fireworks Display
Address: King George V Playing Fields, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown BH22 9EN
King George V Playing Fields & Pavilion will be hosting a fireworks display on Saturday, November 2.
Entry to the event is free, and it takes place from 5.30pm to 8.30pm.
Additional attractions will include children's rides, craft stalls, facepainting, music, hot food and a bar.
