Remember, remember! The 5th November. Bonfire night certainly isn’t one to miss out on for pubs across the country. The event is one of the few yearly events that gets families and friends out to socialise and celebrate a British tradition.
Bonfire night falls on a Sunday this year but it may well be that some events are hosted on the Saturday, take make the most of the weekend trade. With plenty descending on their local bonfire night there is plenty of reason for pubs to get involved and benefit from the night’s entertainment.
Host a bonfire show
If you have plenty of outdoor space in your pub, you may be tempted to host your own bonfire night. This will require plenty of preparation: your team will need to be trained, first aiders will need to be present, you need adequate signage and approval from local authorities.
If organised well, your bonfire night event could turn into an annual happening. Residents and locals will return to you each year and you’ll be able to build a name for yourself as an established show in the area.
Bonfire shows near you
Even if you don’t have outdoor space, there is likely to be somewhere in the near vicinity that will be hosting a show. Be sure to check out what’s happening near to you so that you can take advantage of any passing trade and get a busy pub before and after the show has finished.
Your pub could be the pit stop for families en route to the main attraction. A hog roast, seasonal drinks and complementary sparklers can be enough to draw a crowd before the event.
For after the event, your pub could promote a quiz or have some live entertainment for those that want to stay out with family and friends but aren’t ready to go home.
Choosing the best Bonfire night furniture
To ensure you have adequate furniture available for your guests, browse our selection of temporary stackable and foldable tables and chairs. Because they can be stored away with ease, these tables and chairs are ideal for pubs that host frequent events and sometimes have to cater for more guests than usual.