EVENT
Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common
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Event Details
Date
Thu 5 Nov '26
Event time
From 18:00
Location
Midsummer CommonType
Outdoor
Prices
Free entry
About this event
Our Fireworks Night event is one of Cambridge’s longest-running and best-loved community traditions, bringing thousands of people together on Midsummer Common for a free, un-ticketed, and unforgettable evening of entertainment, food and spectacular fireworks.
What to expect:
- Thursday 5 November 2026, from 6pm on Midsummer Common
- 6pm food vendors and music from a BBC Radio Cambridge DJ; walkabout acts from 6:15pm
- Fireworks display from Pains Fireworks at 7pm, then walkabout acts and music return at 7:20pm
- Walkabout acts: Ghost Caribou by Thingumajig Theatre (giant illuminated caribou puppets) and Sashimi by The Vortexes (stilt-walking jellyfish)
- Free and un-ticketed event
- Very busy: allow plenty of time, walk, cycle or use the extra Park & Ride buses; roads around the common close 6.30pm to 9.30pm
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
At start time
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Group Size
Large (30+)
Pricing
Free entry
Location
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Last updated: 17 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common
Is Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common free to attend?
Yes, Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common is free to attend.
When does Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common take place?
Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common takes place on Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 6 PM.
Where is Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common held?
Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common is held at Midsummer Common in Cambridge.
Is Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common indoor or outdoor?
Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 on Midsummer Common is held outdoors, so check the weather forecast before attending.
