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Bonfire & Fireworks Night in Newcastle

Guy Fawkes Night. Firework Night. Bonfire Night. Whatever you call it, it’s here.

On 5th November each year, we gather at various firework displays on the anniversary of the infamous Gunpower Plot (1605). After the failed attempt on the King and Parliament, people up and down London began lighting bonfires in celebration. And thus, Bonfire Night was born.

Nowadays, celebrations often include elaborate firework displays, laser displays, even drone displays, alongside fairground rides, food stalls, flashy toys and that all important community spirit.

Here are some of the local firework displays happening in Newcastle and the surrounding areas this year.

  • Newcastle Race Course – On 4th November from 1pm and fireworks at 7.30pm.This year they are putting on a firework & funfair race night which includes face painting, fairground rides and games, live music, DJs, firebreathers and more! They are also offering free parking and kids go free.
  • Blue Flames Annual Fireworks Display 2022 – On 5th November from 4:30pm and fireworks at 7pm. This year they have a number of bars open alongside fairground rides and food stalls. Tickets must be bought in advance so no tickets on the doors.

  • Blydon RFC Bonfire & Firework Extravaganza – On 5th November from 5pm and fireworks from 7.15pm. Hosting their 16th annual bonfire and firework night, Blaydon have music, bars open, bonfire, fairground rides plus catering vans all to showcase their choreographed firework display set to music.

  • Fireworks Evening @ Ocean Beach Pleasure Park – On 6th November from 6.30pm and is free to attend!
  • Saltwell Park Fireworks – On 5th November from 5pm. This year they have a 30 minute firework display, laser shows, fire eating, live DJ music from Metro Radio, fairground rides and street entertainers to name a few!
  • Firework Display at Morpeth RFC – On 6th November from 5pm. Refreshments and food to purchase from the clubhouse. No pre-booking required, just pay on the day!

Let us know which bonfire night events you enjoy so we can add them onto our list for next year!

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