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Evening Standard
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Emma Loffhagen

Ally Pally Fireworks: When is it, start time, how to get tickets, and line-up

It has been dubbed “the Glastonbury of fireworks displays”, and for good reason. Each November, the grounds of Alexandra Palace are transformed into a sea of live music, food, cinema, rides, and of course, a glittering display of fireworks. 

This year, the event is back and bigger than ever. Taking place on November 5, Ally Pally will play host to an exciting line-up of activities, including a live DJ set from none other than fashion mogul Gok Wan. Tickets are on sale now.

Simon Fell, Alexandra Palace’s Fireworks Festival director, said of the evening’s return: “We cannot wait to welcome everyone to this year’s Fireworks Festival. We’re going big, with a packed programme featuring all the classics, a sensational display, massive bonfire, plus plenty of extras we add on to bring a proper festival vibe.”

When is Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival this year?

Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival will take place on November 5, 2022. Gates open at 4pm and the event finishes at 10.45pm.

The fireworks display will start at 8pm.

What events are taking place?

Regulars will know that Ally Pally doesn’t hold back when it comes to its annual fireworks display. This year, the Palace will feature an ice rink for skaters to enjoy, where an ice disco will also take place. The UK’s largest German Bier Festival, where an Elvis tribute act will be performing, will also take place in the iconic Great Hall.

Meanwhile, the Victorian cinema in the Palace will be showing the LEGO movie and Shaun of the Dead.

The Streatlife village will have lots going on too, with 35 of London’s most popular street food vendors cooking up burgers and curries, all to a live DJ set from fashion icon Gok Wan.

The fireworks display will take place at various times throughout the evening, to a carefully curated music playlist.

The full line-up is as follows:

  • German Bier Festival, 4pm to 10.45pm
  • The Lego Movie film, 5.45pm
  • Laser show, 8pm
  • Shaun of the Dead film, 9pm
  • Fire show, various times throughout the night
  • Funfair, all night 
  • The Elvis show, various times
  • Streatlife village ft. Gok Wan DJ set, all night
  • Bonfire, all night
  • Fireworks display, various times

How to get tickets for Ally Pally fireworks?

Tickets start at £12.50 for adults, £7.50 for children (aged 10-15) and £3.50 for under 10s. They can be bought here.

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