The Specials, Bring Me The Horizon and firework extravaganzas: What's on this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire - Bonfire Night special
From fireworks and bonfire spectaculars, through to rock, pop and ska concerts, dance shows and more - there's plenty to get up to this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire.
FRIDAY
The Specials - Civic Hall, Wolverhampton
Ska legends The Specials are set to play Wolverhampton's Civic Halls this weekend following the venue's refurbishment.
This will be the band's first tour since the loss of drummer and co-founder of the band John Bradbury, who died in December.
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Bring Me The Horizon - Barclaycard Arena, Birmingham
Sheffield rockers Bring me the Horizon will headline Birmingham's Barclaycard Arena this weekend.
The band are best known for songs such as Can You Feel My Heart, Drown and Chelsea Smile.
They will be supported by Don Broco and Basement.
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KT Tunstall - Symphony Hall, Birmingham
Award-winning solo artist KT Tunstall has returned with a brand new date with an appearance at Birmingham's Symphony Hall.
Previously, she has won a BRIT Award, an Ivor Novello Award and earned Grammy and Mercury Prize nominations.
Since then her music has figured prominently in film and television.
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Vamos Cuba! - Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Loveable Loopy Cuba extravaganza Vamos Cuba! Will run at Birmingham Repertory Theatre until November 5.
The show is set in the crazy chaos of Havana airport, where families are parted, lovers reunited, and time flies when you're having fun.
The show include choreography from acclaimed Cuban choreographer Nilda Guerra.
This show is also available on Saturday November 5.
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What Shadows - Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Enoch Powell's 'Rivers of Blood' speech, famously delivered in Birmingham, is the post-war's most polarising political speech, explored by Chris Hannan's brand new play What Shadows.
Also on Friday, you can find out how contemporary theatre seeks to engage politically with the world around it, in a unique and engaging lecture with Joe Kelleher after the show.
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Gordon Hendricks is Elvis - Oakengates Theatre, Telford
Multi-award winning Gordon Hendricks is returning to Telford after a sell-out show in 2015.
In 2016 Gordon is already booked to appear in Canada, Norway and Spain in major International Festivals bringing the back catalogue of Elvis to life.
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SATURDAY
Blists Hill Victorian Town Fireworks Night - Telford
See the night sky lit up over the quaint Victorian setting of Blists Hill, in their bonfire and fireworks display.
You will be able talk to the costumed residents in their cottages, shops and other places of work and hear about life in the late 1800s.
In the Foundry, you can see molten iron being poured into moulds during the dramatic iron casting demonstration ahead of their firework display.
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West Mid Showground Bonfire and Fireworks - Shrewsbury
The Shropshire and West Midland Agricultural Society have announced their annual bonfire and firework event for this weekend.
The firework display is being done by the world famous Kimbolton Firework Company who delivered displays at London Olympics.
As well as the display, the event will also encompass music, stalls, catering and a fun fair.
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Wolverhampton Racecourse Bonfire and Fireworks
Moving from West Park, Wolverhampton Fireworks Show will once again be held at Wolverhampton Racecourse.
Wolverhampton radio station Signal 107 will be the Official Media Partner for the event, and the evening will be compèred by beloved breakfast show host Dicky Dodd.
There will be numerous food outlets, bars and trade stalls around the site, with the popular fairground attractions within the Centre Course too.
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Fireworks Extravaganza - Shugborough Estate, Stafford
Set against the backdrop of Shugborough's Triumphal Arch, Shugborough Estate Fireworks Extravaganza is set to be their biggest to date.
Organised by Stafford and District Round Table, profits are donated to local charities and good causes.
As well as a funfair and food stalls, there will be two firework displays; one for children and one main event.
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Alton Towers Fireworks
Though the theme park season is drawing to a close, sensational fireworks are lined up.
The space themed spectacular will celebrate the launch of Galactica, the world's first rollercoaster fully dedicated to virtual reality transporting people to another dimension.
Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy selected rides until 9pm, adding a whole new experience for avid coaster goers.
Their firework shows tells a unique story using fireworks, music and lasers to light up the night sky.
For more information, click here
Bonfire and Firework Display - Walsall Arboretum
The arboretum will host its annual bonfire and fireworks event, which will also feature Britain's Got Talent stars Stavros Flatley.
Stavros Flatley and Free Radio will be providing entertainment throughout the night ahead of the firework shows.
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Penkridge Scouts Bonfire - Penkridge Market
The annual firework spectacular returns to Penkridge this year.
The family event, the gates for which open at 6pm, will also include a bonfire and stalls.
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The Big Four-O: Bonfire and Fireworks - Himley Hall, Dudley
It's the 40th Dudley Fireworks event, and it's time to party this weekend at Himley Hall.
Dudley's biggest funfair promises to be bigger and better than ever in these celebrations, serving seasonal refreshments and featuring some of your favourite tracks from previous shows.
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Dance Gavin Dance - O2 Institute, Birmingham
In celebration of their 10th anniversary, Dance Gavin Dance will hit the stage at Birmingham's O2 Institute, featuring both current and past vocalists for key songs.
The band are famed for such singles as Lemon Meringue Tie, ...And I Told Them I Invented Times New Roman and Stroke God Millionaire.
2016 also sees the band release a new live album, Tree City Sessions, featuring 12 fan favourite tracks spanning their decade-long career.
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SUNDAY
Bonfire and Fireworks - Weston Park, Shifnal
Come along to one of the regions largest and most spectacular bonfire celebrations with entertainment for all the family.
There is plenty on offer with a fun fair, food stalls and licensed bar all set in 1,000 acres of Capability Brown Parkland.
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National Pet Show - NEC, Birmingham
Animal enthusiasts across the nation are cordially invited to the National Pet Show this weekend at Birmingham's NEC.
Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick and presenter Michaela Strachan are set to deliver talks in the event, as well as there being various stalls and professionals in different pet-defined zones.
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Saxon - Wulfrun Hall, Wolverhampton
Heavy metal band Saxon are set to rock Wolverhampton's Wulfrun Hall this Sunday.
The band are best known for songs such as Princess Of The Night and Wheels Of Steel.
The tour comes shortly after the release of the band's latest album Battering Ram, which came out last October.
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Alton Towers Fireworks
Though the theme park season is drawing to a close, sensational fireworks are lined up.
The space themed spectacular will celebrate the launch of Galactica, the world's first rollercoaster fully dedicated to virtual reality transporting people to another dimension.
Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy selected rides until 9pm, adding a whole new experience for avid coaster goers.
Their firework shows tells a unique story using fireworks, music and lasers to light up the night sky.
