The countdown to the 2026 Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival will begin with a spectacular Grand Firework Display on Friday 6 November.
Sponsored by Bridgwater Town Council, the traditional carnival curtain-raiser will take place at St Matthew’s Field (TA6 7HD), bringing together residents and visitors for an evening of family entertainment ahead of Saturday’s world-famous carnival procession.
Festivities at St Matthew’s Field will begin from 3.30pm, with a selection of fairground rides and attractions available throughout the afternoon and evening.
The eagerly anticipated fireworks display will get underway at 7.30pm, lighting up the night sky in what has become one of the most popular events in the carnival calendar.
Adding to the celebrations, local schoolchildren take part in a special lantern parade. The parade will leave Westfield Church at 7.10pm before making its way to St Matthew’s Field, creating a colourful and memorable lead-up to the fireworks display.
Mayor of Bridgwater, Cllr Leigh Redman said,
“I’m delighted that Bridgwater Town Council is once again supporting the Grand Firework Display. It is a fantastic way to start what is always a very special weekend for our town.
“Bridgwater Carnival is simply amazing, bringing our community together and showcasing the incredible creativity, dedication and community spirit that makes Bridgwater so special. As Mayor, I’m proud that we can support the fireworks and help kick off another unforgettable Carnival weekend.”
The 2026 Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival procession takes place on Saturday 7 November, when the town’s streets will once again come alive with the sights, sounds and creativity for which the event is renowned.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy everything the carnival weekend has to offer.