Bonfire Night to make the city sparkle

4th October 2024

On Tuesday 5 November, it’s estimated that up to 20,000 spectators will be heading to the Hoe to attend the annual Bonfire Night. The event will include a 15-minute fireworks display launched from the Citadel wall, a large bonfire, fairground rides and catering stalls.

The event will start at 4pm, and the bonfire will be lit at 7pm, with a spectacular display of fireworks starting at 7.30pm to round off the night.

Councillor Sally Haydon, Cabinet Member for Events, said: “Bonfire Night is one of the most important events in our calendars every year in Plymouth. Year after year we have an impressive bonfire and fireworks display which is not to be missed.

“The event is free to attend with lots of fun things to do on the evening for families.”

Attending the event on Plymouth Hoe is also one of the safest ways to celebrate Bonfire Night, reducing the potential danger from private back garden bonfires and fireworks, relieving the burden on the emergency services during a particularly busy time, and helping to cut back on carbon emissions.

The event will be sponsored by Plymouth Waterfront Partnership this year.

Jon Walton CEO Plymouth Waterfront Partnership said: “We are delighted to be able to support this incredibly popular, and free to attend annual event, that truly showcases our spectacular Hoe and waterfront.

“This event brings footfall into our businesses, and in doing so supports our local economy. We wish all a very enjoyable evening and remember to stay safe this Bonfire Night.”

Parking in the area around the Hoe and the Barbican will be very limited and people are being advised to use city centre car parks, such as Western Approach or Theatre Royal.

It's important to plan travel to the event in advance as there will be road closures around the area.  Disabled parking will be available on the Hoe for those displaying a blue badge.

Road closures

• Hoe Road from the mound at the Citadel to the junction of Pier Street - 5pm to 9pm
• Madeira Road from the junction of Elphinstone to the junction of Hoe Road - 5pm to 9pm
• Citadel Road from the junction of Hoe Approach to the junction of Lockyer Street - 5pm to 9pm
• Armada Way loop (Crowne Plaza) 5pm to 9pm
• Windsor Place for its entirety - 5pm to 9pm
• Osbourne Place to the junction of the Esplanade - 7am to 9pm
• Notte Street from The Crescent to Hoe approach - 7.30pm to 8.30pm
• The Crescent from Millbay Road to Notte Street - 7.30pm to 8.30pm
• Princess Street from the junction of Lockyer Street to the junction of Princess Ope Inc. access from Armada Way - 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

Find out more about Bonfire Night in Plymouth.