Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ally Pally’s Fire Alarms Festival returns on October 31 and November 1, 2025, featuring a spooky fireworks display, drone show, ghost tours, and live music.
Over the course of the two days, a number of business and parking restrictions will be put in place to insure the safety of callers and to lessen the vexation to nearby businesses and homes by limiting the number of motorcars that will enter the area.
Your cooperation and understanding during the dislocation are greatly appreciated. Alexandra Palace is a charity that depends on events like the Fireworks & Drone Festival to collect money to keep the Park and Palace the beautiful space that so numerous of our people love.
The highways listed below will be closed:
- Alexandra Palace Way, Thursday, October 30, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Sunday, November 2.
- Bedford Road, Friday, October 31, from 4 p.m. to midnight, and Saturday, November 1, from 2 p.m. to midnight
- Buckingham Road – approx. 9.20pm to 10.20pm on Friday 31 October and 8.20pm to 9.20pm Saturday 1 November
On Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 1, Buckingham Road will be temporarily closed for about an hour from the intersection of Palace Gates Road and Park Avenue in order to make it easier for guests to leave the event. There will be a detour via Durnsford Road and Bounds Green Road during these periods. Access to or from the following roadways will not be guaranteed during this typically one-hour time (unless there are emergencies):
- Bridge Road
- Dorset Road
- Saint Michael’s Terrace
- Terrick Road
If necessary, a traffic team will be on site to give residents of these roads with emergency access and egress.
All parking on Bedford Road will be prohibited on Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 1, from 12 p.m. until midnight.
There will also be parking suspensions in place at key points on the following roads. Please check signs on roads for timings and dates:
- Alexandra Park Road – from 2pm Thursday 30 October to 3pm Sunday 2 November, north side outside no.135, and from no.163 to no.171, and south side outside no.150 to no.158 and no.198 to no.210
- Bedford Road – from 12pm – midnight Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November, all parking
- The Avenue – from 2pm Thursday 30 October to 3pm Sunday 2 November, parking bays on north-east side of The Avenue N10 (adjacent to Alexandra Park) opposite properties 1-43
- Buckingham Road – from 4pm to midnight on Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November, both sides between St Michaels Terrace and Bridge Road
- Newland Road – from 2pm Thursday 30 October to 3pm Sunday 2 November, south side between western property boundary of no.4 to Nightingale Lane (on existing school keep clear markings), and north side opposite no.1 to junction with Nightingale Lane
The event planners will make every effort to minimize noise levels during the event. Independent sound monitoring will be conducted at strategic locations across the park, and on Thursday, October 30, there will be a soundcheck from 6 to 7 p.m.
How accessible is the event for individuals with disabilities or special needs?
There is a devoted accessible viewing area located on the Terrace outside the Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria, with access via a near slip road. This area is available with early raspberry accessible tickets, which include a free companion ticket for a responsible grown-up over 21.
Accessible restroom installations are available across the point, and staff are available to direct callers to the nearest accessible restrooms. A state of the art Changing Places installation is located on the South Terrace, equipped with a height- malleable changing bench, portable hoist, shower, and accessible restroom. Previous contact is advised to ensure a stylish experience.
The venue provides step-free entry routes to musicals and events through a devoted access entrance. The Visitor Services platoon is available to help with directions, support, and any fresh requirements during the event.