Experience the magic of Bonfire Night at Walsall Council’s events this year with the action taking place Walsall Arboretum on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, and at King George V Playing Fields in Bloxwich on Sunday, November 5th, 2023.
Exciting Bonfire Night Events
Both evenings promise traditional bonfires, firework displays, and thrilling funfairs for everyone to enjoy. The festivities will kick off at 5:00 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm. Tickets are priced as follows:
- Adult Tickets: £8.50
- Children’s Tickets: £6.50
- Family Tickets (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.00
- Children under three: £1.00
Various food stalls will also be available at both venues.
Councillor Gary Flint, Portfolio Holder for Wellbeing, Leisure and Public Spaces, enthusiastically shares, “We’re delighted to be holding our traditional Bonfire Night celebrations this year. It’s a great opportunity for families and friends to come together and enjoy a great evening. Everyone is welcome, so please come along and enjoy the event. These events are very popular and were sold out last year.”
Parking Information Limited parking is available at Walsall Arboretum for just £5. Blue Badge holders can find designated parking spaces at both Walsall Arboretum and King George V Playing Fields. However, these spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
For additional details and to secure your tickets, please visit https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/healthyspaces.
Walsall Bonfires FAQs
Where are the bonfires being held this year?
This year, there are two council-run bonfire events:
- Walsall Arboretum (pedestrians: WS1 2QB, cars: WS1 2DD) on Saturday, November 4th.
- King George V Playing Fields (main: WS3 3NS, additional parking: WS3 2JS, WS3 2JU) on Sunday, November 5th.
What time does the event start?
- Gates open at 5:00 pm
- Bonfire is lit at 6:30 pm
- Fireworks will start at 7:00 pm
What if I just want to visit the fairground and not the fireworks/bonfire?
The sites will be open to the public after the fireworks have concluded at 8:30 pm for visitors to enjoy the fair.
How much are tickets to the event?
- Adult: £8.50
- Child: £6.50
- Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.00
- Under 3: £1.00 Please note that all individuals using family tickets must arrive with their party.
Do you offer concessionary tickets? Concessionary tickets are not available for this event.
Are you charging for under 3’s? Yes, they are now charging for under 3’s to ensure accurate site attendance management.
Is general car parking available? Limited car parking is available exclusively at the Walsall Arboretum event. Attendees are encourage to walk or use public transportation whenever possible. Arboretum car parking is priced at £5 per car (cash only) and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is through The Crescent car park, WS1 2DD. Please anticipate potential delays when leaving the site.
Is disabled car parking available? Limited free parking is available for blue badge holders at Walsall Arboretum (WS1 2DD) and King George V (WS3 3NS). Please ensure that the blue badge is prominently displayed. Spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability is not guaranteed.