Fireworks & Bonfire Nights in Kent
If you’re looking for Kent fireworks displays for Bonfire Night, you’re in the right place. We have created this guide to provide you with details of this year’s best Kent fireworks displays so you can easily find the right event for you.
Whether you’re looking for child friendly fireworks displays without the loud bangs and late bedtimes, huge events with crackling bonfires and fairground rides, or just the biggest, most spectacular fireworks display you can find, we have something for you.
This guide covers the whole of Kent, so regardless of whether you are in Dover, Folkestone, Rochester, Sittingbourne, or anywhere else in Kent, you will have a fantastic range of events to choose from.
If you are interested in year round events and things to do in Kent, why not browse our listings using the buttons below?
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Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular
Leeds Castle, Broomfield, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL
Experience the largest and most spectacular fireworks display in South East England, returning in 2026!
This year’s theme celebrates songs about TIME, with breathtaking fireworks perfectly choreographed to iconic tracks that capture every second, every moment, and every memory.
Watch the sky come alive in sync with music you know and love, while stunning projections and dazzling lasers transform the Castle into a truly unforgettable backdrop. Make every moment count… don’t miss your time to experience it.
Date: 7th & 8th November 2026
Time: Gates 2pm | Falconry display 3pm | Fireworks at 5.30pm.
Tickets: From £20 to £29
Quex Park Bonfire & Fireworks
Quex Park, Birchington, Kent, CT7 0BH
This year’s fantastic event is under new management; with the support of previous organisers, Kent Events, it will be an unforgettable experience for everyone as we light the sky with thrilling fireworks that will leave you in awe. Come and join us for an unforgettable day of fun, excitement, and the sheer joy of fireworks!
Date: Check website for updates
Time: 3pm
Tickets: Adult (16+) £17.05 | Child (5-15) £15.95 | Under 5’s Free | Family £62.68
Kent Life Fireworks Spectacular
Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3AU
Experience a spectacular show as the night sky lights up with vibrant bursts of color, set to music for an unforgettable atmosphere. Don’t miss this dazzling event full of lights, music, and memories!
The evening promises fun for all ages, featuring children’s fairground rides (cash only), glow sticks galore*, a licensed bar*, and delicious food
Date: 6th & 7th November 2026
Time: Gates 4pm | Fireworks 8:30pm
Tickets: Adult £18.00 | Child (2-15) £15.00 | Family (2+2) £60.00 | Child Under 2 FREE
Places to Stay in Kent
Little Quarry Glamping | Kent
Little Quarry Farm, Station Road, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 1HA
Fuggles Lodge | Kent
Fuggles Lodge, Mill Lane, Smarden, Kent, TN27 8NW
Elham Treehouse | Kent
Elham Treehouse, Upper Park Gate Farm, Elham, Kent, CT4 6NE
BRITISH TRUCK RACING & FIREWORKS
Fawkham, West Kingsdown, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NG
Enjoy a thrilling weekend of heavyweight truck racing, showtruck displays and family entertainment at Brands Hatch. Sunday’s spectacular finale features a convoy of illuminated trucks followed by a major fireworks display, plus a funfair, live music and a special appearance from Chase from PAW Patrol.
Date: Saturday 31st October – Sunday 1st November 2026
Time: Gates 8am both days | Fireworks take place on Sunday 1 November after racing, from around 5.15pm onwards. There are no fireworks on Saturday.
Tickets: Weekend Adult £43 | Teen (13-15) £26 | 13 and under FREE
Saturday Adult £20 | 13-15 £15 | u13 Free
Sunday – Adult £30 | 13-15 £20 | u13 Free
5 NATIONS BRITISH RALLYCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP WITH FIREWORKS | LYDDEN HILL
Lydden Hill Race Circuit, Wooton, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6ET
Enjoy a weekend of high-speed rallycross racing, with more than 75 races across the weekend and spectacular racing under floodlights. Off-track entertainment includes funfair rides, live music, street food, fire and LED performers, and a spectacular fireworks display on Saturday evening. Families can also enjoy an appearance from Bumblebee, with free parking and an open paddock to explore.
Date: Saturday 7th – Sunday 8th November 2026
Tickets: From free – £39.99
Kent Cricket’s Fireworks Evening
The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury
most popular Fireworks Evenings, sponsored by Whitehead Monckton. Tickets are on sale now – and with the last two Fireworks Evenings at Kent Cricket selling out, we recommend booking early to secure your place.
This well-attended Canterbury tradition returns with a food village, live music and entertainment throughout the evening; all set against the historic backdrop of the Home of Kent Cricket, The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence in Canterbury.
Date: Thursday 5th November 2026
Time: Gates: 5pm
Tickets: £16.50 Adults | £6 Juniors (4-15)
While you’re in the area why not explore some of the finest places to eat & stay
Kent Cycles | Bicycle Hire
81b Castle Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2QD
Franciscan Gardens Canterbury | Kent
60 St Peters Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2BE
House of Agnes B&B | Kent
71 St. Dunstan's Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8BN
The Retreat Cafe Restaurant
Brickyard Farm, Cripple Hill, High Halden, Kent, TN26 3LJ
Village Hotels | Maidstone
Castle View, Forstal Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3AQ
If you would like to explore Kent a little more, a great way to do this is with our Kent Trails. Each Trail will guide you along a route, showing you recommendations for places to eat and drink, places to stay, and interesting things to do along the way.
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