The Best Firework Displays This Bonfire Night
Make sure your Bonfire Night goes off with a bang
Spooktacular Fireworks & Funfair Racenight
1st November
Newcastle Racecourse
newcastle-racecourse.co.uk
Why not combine both Halloween and Bonfire Night as Newcastle Racecourse prepares for an action-packed event? You can look forward to an evening of excitement with a special spooky theme for this year, with fairground rides, and an unforgettable 15-minute firework display too.
Saltwell Park Fireworks Spectacular
2nd November
Saltwell Park, Gateshead
fatsoma.com
Don’t miss out on Saltwell’s famous extravaganza. Enjoy the evening with live entertainment from local performers, fairground rides, an incredible selection of food and a huge fireworks display.
Pyromusical
2nd November
Flatts Farm, Bishop Auckland
11arches.com
This must-see display is the North East’s biggest firework spectacular. Held at Flatts Farm, 11Arches host a multi-sensory event with an incredible 25-minute firework display, alongside a selection of food and drinks for all the family to enjoy.
Thornaby Fireworks
2nd November
Thornaby Cricket Club
eventbrite.co.uk
Enjoy a fun evening celebrating Bonfire Night at Thornaby Cricket Club. The community celebrations include a fantastic display, good food and fairground rides.
Hexham Fireworks
2nd November
Sele Park, Hexham
visitnorthumberland.com
Head to Sele Park to see the sky light up this year. This family-friendly fireworks event is one of the biggest nights of the year in Hexham, and whilst it’s un-ticketed, any donations go towards securing future Bonfire Night events.
North Tyneside Fireworks Display
3rd November
The Links, Whitley Bay
visitnorthtyneside.com
Spend an evening along Whitley Bay’s beautiful coastline to watch the annual display over the North Sea. In addition to fireworks, your family can also enjoy fairground rides and refreshments.
Ocean Beach
3rd November
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park, South Shields
oceanbeach.co.uk
South Shields’s firework display is always a popular one, with not one but two free displays taking place. For the best viewing spot, grab a hot drink and stand behind the arcades, next to The New Sundial, or along the promenade.
Fireworks at the Fort
5th November
Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend
segedunumromanfort.org.uk
The whole family are invited to celebrate Bonfire Night at Segedunum Roman Fort.
See the night sky light up over the River Tyne where Swan Hunter used to launch its ships, after the family craft activities in the Roman Gallery from 4pm ’til 6pm.
Illuminate The Gardens
1st, 2nd & 3rd November
Sheffield Botanical Gardens
illuminatethegardens.co.uk
Illuminate The Gardens is Sheffield’s three-day extravaganza, hosted in their beautiful botanical gardens. Don’t miss out on a weekend of fun with a wide range of food stalls, a laser show with various light installations and a fairground. There will be two separate firework displays, starting with an earlier show for sensitive ears and building up to the main display at the end of the night.
Stray Bonfire and Fireworks
2nd November
Oatlands Stray, Harrogate
visitharrogate.co.uk
Be sure to visit Oatlands Stray’s annual bonfire and firework display for some family fun. With evening entertainment, face-painting and a selection of food stalls and drinks, this free event is a lively evening for all.
Thornes Park Fireworks
2nd November
Thornes Park, Wakefield
experiencewakefield.co.uk
Expect a traditional fireworks display at Thornes Park, with a low-impact firework display for those that don’t enjoy loud noises, before the main event a little later in the evening. Rhubarb Radio will entertain, and guests can look forward to a DJ and saxophone set, funfair rides and street food.
Spooky Spectacular Fireworks Night
3rd November
Doncaster Racecourse
doncaster-racecourse.co.uk
Mixing Halloween with Bonfire Night for a spooktacular celebration, Doncaster Racecourse is promising spooky-themed colouring activities and a circus workshop before jaw-dropping fireworks. Dressing up is encouraged.
Autumn Lights
4th November
Elvington Airfield
autumnlights.co.uk
Don’t miss York’s biggest firework display. Live music, two firework displays and entertainers are all planned for Autumn Lights this year. Head over to the funfair and take a ride on the big wheel before grabbing some street food in time for the show.
Scarborough Bonfire Night
5th November
Burniston & Cloughton Village Hall, Scarborough
ticketsource.co.uk
Why not head down to the coast to Burniston & Cloughton’s bonfire event? There’s guaranteed fun for all the family with traditional bonfire snacks such as toffee apples and homemade soup alongside a community bonfire and fireworks.
Feast & Fireworks
5th November
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey Estate
devonshirehotels.co.uk
Be sure to remember the 5th of November, with a cracking evening of feasting and fireworks at The Devonshire Arms Hotel. The evening starts with canapés in the Après Bar, followed by a delicious three-course dinner, and culminates with fireworks set to music, with the Dales as a dramatic backdrop.
Driffield Firework Spectacular
5th November
Driffield Showground
skymagicevents.co.uk
Featuring live music, a dance troop and food village, this fireworks display will show off some of the biggest and best effects available from Europe and China. Whilst you wait, your children can enjoy all the fun of the fair rides.
