Fabulous fireworks by bus

Local Bonfire and Fireworks events you can easily get to by bus

Looking for somewhere to go, or something to do this Bonfire night with friends and family? Look no further! With a host of events happening around Coventry and Birmingham, wrap up warm and hop on our brill buses for a night full of fireworks, food and fun.

Coventry

Kenilworth Castle, 5th November Kenilworth Round Table

This display is set against the wonderful panorama of Kenilworth Castle, which is floodlit in a mass of colour for the evening and accompanied by great music. As well as the entertainment, there is a wide range of food and warming drinks available from a number of stalls. Book your tickets here.

Our number 24 bus stops a few minutes walk away from the entrance.

Hare & Hounds, Fireworks, Fun and Fair, Keresley

Enjoy fairground rides, stalls, games and food during the day, with a spectacular fireworks display in the evening. This is a FREE event, running throughout the day, with a charge for some activities. Find out more here.

Our number 16 bus stops on the doorstep of the pub, where this event is being held.

Baginton Bonfire, 5th November, Millennium Field

The event details have not yet been finalised or released, but keep your eyes peeled on the Baginton Village website to find out more information.

For more Coventry fireworks and bonfire displays, Coventry Rocks has a really useful list!

Want to travel a little further out on our network? We’ve found some events in and around Coventry that are just a bus ride away on the X1 service!

Birmingham

Edgbaston Cricket Ground,  Saturday 5th November Edgbaston Stadium

Exciting evening of family entertainment, including amazing on-site fun fair, family entertainment, food stalls and the biggest fireworks display in Birmingham. Book your tickets here.

Our number 1 and 41 buses stop right outside the entrance to the stadium.

The British Oak Fireworks, Wednesday 2nd November, British Oak

An evening of entertainment and fireworks for the whole family, including the delicious Original Patty Men! Book your tickets here.

Our 45 and 47 service are the perfect stop to get to the event at the British Oak.

Travelling as a group, or with family or friends? We have just the ticket! 

Add a child for just £1!

If you have a travelcard or buy a West Midlands Day Saver (after 9.30am) on the bus, up to three children can travel with you for just £1 each! This offer is valid at weekends and after 9.30am Monday to Friday. Add on tickets are available with tickets purchased with contactless payment.

£2 adult add-on

If you have a travelcard or buy a West Midlands Day Saver on the bus you can add an extra adult to travel with you for just £2. This offer is valid all day Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays. Add on tickets are available with tickets purchased with contactless payment.

£7 Group Day Saver

For up to 5 people travelling together within the West Midlands unlimited zone. Buy on our mTicket app, using cash or contactless payments.

£4 Group after 6pm

For up to 5 people travelling together within the West Midlands unlimited zone. Buy on our mTicket app, using cash or contactless payments.

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