Experience the magic of Guy Fawkes Night in Kent with our ultimate guide to the best fireworks displays. Whether you’re searching for a family-friendly event or a spectacular pyrotechnic show, we’ve got you covered with our guide to the best fireworks displays in Kent. From Canterbury to Dover, Tunbridge Wells to Sevenoaks, and beyond, discover the most breathtaking fireworks displays across the Garden of England. Don’t miss out on the processions, bonfires, live music, funfairs, and entertainment that make fireworks night in Kent truly unforgettable. We will add more to our Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 round-up as events are confirmed. By Julia Roy
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RUSTHALL BONFIRE AND FIREWORKS
Rusthall, Tunbridge Wells
26th October 2024
Don’t miss the annual bonfire and fireworks celebration on Rusthall Common this October half-term. It’s a great family-friendly event. For more details about this Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 click READ MORE
DUNORLAN PARK FIREWORKS
Tunbridge Wells
2nd November 2024
The popular Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 event is the Tunbridge Wells Round Table’s Fireworks at Dunorlan Park. This fun night out typically attracts 10,000 people. In addition to the fireworks, there will be music, food and drink stalls, with the proceeds benefiting local charities. READ MORE
BONFIRE NIGHT CHILDREN’S DISCO
Reuthe’s The Lost Gardens of Sevenoaks
2nd November 2024
At this family-friendly Bonfire Night in Kent 2024 event, tchildren can enjoy party games with a dedicated children’s DJ and even meet and greet the venue’s alpacas. The event will also feature the opportunity for families to witness the lighting of the bonfire and watch it burn. Remember, remember there are no fireworks on this evening in November! READ MORE
BENENDEN BONFIRE & FIREWORKS
Cranbrook, Tunbridge Wells
2nd November 2024
Enjoy entertainment, a barbecue, a traditional bonfire, and dazzling fireworks at this popular annual Bonfire & Firework Night In Kent 2024 display. READ MORE
DARTFORD LIONS FIREWORKS
Central Park, Dartford
2nd November 2024
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EDENBRIDGE FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
Edenbridge, Sevenoaks
2nd November 2024
Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 events include this torch-lit procession. This is followed by fairground rides, stalls, and a resident DJ to keep you entertained during Kent’s oldest fireworks display at the Recreation Ground. As the show begins, two effigies—one of Guy Fawkes and the other a more recent 20-year tradition of a celebrity guy—are demolished by a mixture of gunpowder and flames. Who will the famous figure be this year? READ MORE
QUEX PARK BONFIRE & FIREWORKS 2024
Quex Park, Birchtington, Thanet
2 November 2024
Family-friendly fireworks in Kent include the Quex Park Fireworks in Brichington which will have a funfair, stalls, fire performers and other acts, live music and lots more. Furthermore, at this Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 event there are two fireworks shows to book. READ MORE
FIREWORKS NIGHT WITH FLOODLIT BRITISH RALLYCROSS
Lydden Hill, Canterbury
2nd to 3rd November 2024 – Fireworks only on the 2nd November
At the 5 Nations British Rallycross Championship & Fireworks enjoy a weekend of live races and entertainment at Lydden Hill. On Saturday evening the fireworks will light up the sky. During the event, there will be live performances from Firebreathers and be on the lookout for the Transformers. There’s plenty of family entertainment with the Fast Lane Fun House, an indoor attraction with face painting, UV mini golf, bouncy castles, and a funfair. READ MORE
BRITISH TRUCK RACING & FIREWORKS
British Truck Racing and Fireworks
Brands Hatch, Sevenoaks
2nd to 3rd November 2024 – Fireworks only on the 3rd November
Bonfire & Firework Night In Kent 2024 events include the display at Brands Hatch as it ends another busy season of major events with a ‘bang’. At the British Truck Racing & Fireworks in Dartford, there will be headline races from the British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC), also on both days there are show truck displays, trade stands, and an adventure playground. Another key point is that on the 3rd of November, there will be fireworks, a funfair, go-karting, a truck parade, and lots more. READ MORE
FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR!
Kent Life Heritage Farm Park, Maidstone
2nd & 3rd November 2024
Family-friendly fireworks in Kent include the popular Fireworks Spectacular at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park in Maidstone. Furthermore, make the most of your visit and enjoy their activities with children’s fairground rides, and food and drink stalls. Plus plenty of their regular indoor and outdoor activities – the play areas, vintage buildings and animal feeding sessions. Then join in the countdown to the fireworks display. READ MORE
TONBRIDGE ANNUAL FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Racecourse Sports Ground, Tonbridge Park
3rd November 2024
Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 events include the annual display at Racecourse Sports Ground at Tonbridge Park. This is the Tonbridge Roundtable Charity display. Phoenix Fireworks presents this fireworks show with music, and food and drink outlets. This year’s theme is based on the ’80s and ’90s. READ MORE
BROADSTAIRS FIREWORK NIGHT
Firework Night
Broadstairs
5th November
The Broadstairs and St Peter’s Town Council brings you the Family Firework Night. Enjoy live music at the bandstand, followed by fireworks on Viking Bay for another great Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 event. READ MORE
KENT CRICKET’S FIREWORKS EVENING
The Spitfire Ground
5th November 2024
Fireworks in Canterbury in Kent include a popular annual display on Guy Fawkes night. At the Kent Cricket’s Fireworks Evening at the Spitfire Ground enjoy a funfair and live entertainment throughout the evening in addition to the fireworks. READ MORE
COPPERFIELD ACADEMY FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Copperfield Academy, Gravesham
7th November 2024
Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 events include the family fireworks display at the Copperfield Academy. There;’s plenty of fireworks and fun to be had with a funfair, inflatables, stalls, and, of course, fireworks!
REUTHE’S BONFIRE NIGHT
Reuthe’s The Lost Gardens of Sevenoaks
9th November 2024
Enjoy an evening of family fun with live music, fireworks, food and drink stalls. Limited tickets are available for this event. For more details of this Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 event READ MORE
LEEDS CASTLE FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
Maidstone
9th to 10th November 2024
In addition, Bonfire & Firework Night in Kent 2024 events include this popular annual fireworks display that combines music and fireworks in style. While you watch the show that lights up the sky with fireworks and music, and in addition, projections and lasers bring the castle to life. Furthermore, arrive before the fireworks start and enjoy the Castle’s attractions including the maze, play areas, adventure golf, a funfair, and food and drink stalls. READ MORE
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