Fireworks are set to light up the dark skies above Wigan this week as a number of events are held to mark Bonfire Night.
Also known as Guy Fawkes Night, November 5 is when people across the country commemorate the day in 1605 when the plot to blow up the House of Lords and assassinate the King was foiled.
This typically involves fireworks and bonfires and there are many events being organised across the borough with these as the main attractions.
Check out these 19 events being held in the coming days to celebrate Bonfire Night.

9. Bonfire Night 2026
Wigan RUFC's annual bonfire and fireworks fund-raiser starts at 6pm on Thursday, November 5, with the bonfire lit at 6.45pm. Admission costs £6 for adults, £3 for children and £25 for cars. | Google Street View

10. Bonfire Night 2026
Wigan St Cuthbert's ARLFC and Norley Hall Sports and Community Club will hold a bonfire and fireworks display on Thursday, November 5. There will also be food and drink stalls and fair-type stalls. Admission costs £7 for adults and £4 for children. | Google Street View

11. Bonfire Night 2026
Leigh Cricket Club will hold a fireworks display and food festival on Thursday, November 5. The gates open at 5pm, with a children's display at 6.45pm and the main display at 7.45pm. Tickets must be bought in advance and cost £12 for adults, £6 for children, free for under twos and £30 for a family.

12. Bonfire Night 2026
Gates open at 6pm on Thursday, November 5 at The Turpin View in Garswood, where there will be a bonfire, fireworks display, singer, fairground rides and more. Tickets cost £10 for adults, £5 for children over three and £20 for a family.

