Fireworks at Poole Quay - 5th November

Summary

Fireworks at Poole Quay 2026 takes place on Thursday 5 November, bringing one of Dorset's favourite Bonfire Night celebrations back to the waterfront. Enjoy free live entertainment, family activities and a spectacular fireworks display over Poole Harbour, with the festivities starting at 5pm before the much-anticipated 8pm firework finale lights up the historic quayside.

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Thursday 5th November 2026

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Poole Quay

Event date & time

Thursday 5th November 2026

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Date: Thursday 5 November 2026

Time: Entertainment from 5:00pm | Firework display at 8:00pm

Location: Poole Quay, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HJ

Admission: Free

About

Celebrate Bonfire Night beside Europe's largest natural harbour as Fireworks at Poole Quay returns on Thursday 5 November. One of Dorset's most popular Guy Fawkes Night events, the evening combines live entertainment, family activities and a spectacular fireworks display over the water.

The celebrations begin from 5pm, giving visitors plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere along the historic quayside before the fireworks illuminate Poole Harbour at 8pm. With restaurants, pubs and cafés lining the waterfront, many people choose to make an evening of it before enjoying the grand finale.

Fireworks at Poole Quay - 5th November

Highlights

  • Free Bonfire Night celebration
  • Spectacular fireworks display over Poole Harbour
  • Live music from 5pm
  • Family entertainment and activities
  • Street performers and fire performances
  • Wide choice of restaurants, pubs and cafés nearby
  • Historic waterfront setting at Poole Quay
  • Firework finale at 8pm

Fireworks at Poole Quay - 5th November