Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival Road Closures Announced
Residents in High Barnet and surrounding areas should prepare for significant traffic disruption.
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Alexandra Palace is set to host its annual Fireworks and Drone Festival on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026. The two-day event, which attracts an estimated 60,000 attendees, will feature live music, a German beer festival, a large bonfire, and family-focused activities. As reported by MyLondon, the festival will necessitate significant road closures and public transport diversions impacting residents in High Barnet and neighbouring areas.
Road Closures and Resident Access
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Alexandra Palace Way will be closed to traffic from 2pm on Friday, November 6 until 3pm on Monday, November 9 to accommodate the event and manage visitor flow. Bedford Road will also be closed between 2pm and midnight on both Saturday and Sunday, with parking suspended from 9am on those days. Residents on Baden Road, Clovelly Road, Danvers Road, Linzee Road, Park Avenue North, Priory Avenue, Priory Road, Redston Road, and Warner Road are expected to receive permits allowing access between 2pm and 11pm on event days. Access to and from Bridge Road, Dorset Road, Saint Michael’s Terrace, and Terrick Road may not be guaranteed outside of emergencies during specific periods after the festival concludes.
The Palace's own car parks will also be closed from 2pm on Friday, November 6 until 3pm on Monday, November 9. Buckingham Road will be closed for approximately one hour after the festival finishes each night to help crowds disperse safely.
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For those travelling to the event, Alexandra Palace Station is the nearest train station. Services run direct from Moorgate and King’s Cross. The closest Underground station is Wood Green on the Piccadilly line, approximately a 20-minute walk from the venue. Bus route 184 will be on diversion towards Chipping Barnet between 7.45pm and 9.30pm on Saturday, and between 5.45pm and 7.30pm on Sunday. During these times, bus stops from 'The Broadway' (A) to 'Woodfield Way' (GD) will be missed. The W3 bus route will also not be calling at its usual Alexandra Palace stops.
Event Details and Ticket Information
Saturday's event features an earlier start for the fireworks at 8pm, with Sunday's display commencing at 6pm. Ticket prices start from £6.50 for children under 10. Adult tickets for Saturday are priced at £19.50, with an additional option for Adult + Bier Festival tickets at £41.50. On Sunday, adult entry is £19.50, and tickets for children aged 11-15 cost £15. Information regarding ticket availability was reported by MyLondon.
The festival programme includes a DJ set from Eats Everything on Saturday, alongside a German Bier Festival and a Queen tribute act. Sunday's family-focused schedule includes a jungle kids' rave and a karaoke session with Shaun Williamson. Both evenings will offer a giant bonfire, marshmallow toasting, ice skating, and street food.
Questions this report answers
+When is the Alexandra Palace Fireworks and Drone Festival taking place?
The festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026. Saturday offers a full festival atmosphere with later fireworks, while Sunday is a more family-focused event with an earlier display.
+What are the ticket prices for the event?
Ticket prices start at £6.50 for children under 10. Adult tickets for Saturday cost £19.50, or £41.50 for an Adult + Bier Festival ticket. On Sunday, adult tickets are £19.50, and children aged 11-15 cost £15.
+Which roads will be closed for the festival?
Alexandra Palace Way will be closed from Friday, November 6 to Monday, November 9. Bedford Road will also be closed on Saturday and Sunday. Several residential roads will have restricted access, and Buckingham Road will close briefly after the event.
+How will bus services be affected?
Bus route 184 will be on diversion towards Chipping Barnet during specific evening hours on Saturday and Sunday, missing several stops. The W3 bus route will also not stop at its usual Alexandra Palace locations.
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