Everything you need to know about tonight's Big Bang

Oldham's annual bonfire returns tonight Thursday, 4 November.

Following a break due to Covid, this year’s event will return to its home on Oldham Edge Playing Fields (Henshaw Street, Oldham OL1 3EN).  The site opens at 5pm.

Here's everything you need to know about tonight's event:

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Running Order:
5.00pm Site opens
6.00pm Stage Show begins
6.05pm Bonfire is lit
7.00pm Fantastic Fireworks display
7.20pm Fireworks end
8.30pm Site closes

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There are fairground rides and stalls on site.

Stage entertainment will be provided by Flame Oz, and the amazing Robot Drummers and Shaw's Big Al is your host.

There is no spectator parking available at Oldham Edge or on the surrounding roads, however, free parking will be available on all council-owned town centre car parks and on-street pay and display parking bays from 3.00 this afternoon

As in previous years, demand for spaces is expected be high so you are advised to use public transport where possible.

To find your nearest car park, visit www.oldham.gov.uk/parking

The following are not allowed on site: alcohol, gazebos, fires, barbecues, fireworks, sparklers or any naked flames.  These items will be confiscated at the site entrance.

Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult, and attendees are asked that they don’t bring their dogs, except for assistance dogs, on site.

You are advised to wear suitable clothing and footwear on the night.  We've checked the field, and it is still a little muddy.

If you want to share your pictures and experience on social media, please use the hashtag #OldhamBigBang

The event is FREE, and everyone is welcome.

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