Are you wondering where to see fireworks in Kent this year? As well as amazing displays on and around Bonfire Night (November 5th), there are also some great Summer firework displays happening as part of Kent’s amazing festivals and events.
Summer Fireworks In Kent
Leeds Castle Concert
Date: 13th July 2024
Situated in a timeless setting in the heart of the Garden of England, this beautiful Castle provides a dramatic backdrop to a spectacular and romantic summer’s evening concert. Finish the evening off with a spectacular fireworks display.
Broadstairs Summer Fireworks
Dates: 24th, 31st July / 21st, 28th August 2024
On selected dates in Broadstairs through the Summer, enjoy the fireworks and live music. These are free events in Kent through the Summer, (donations welcome).
The fireworks display takes place at 9.45pm, with music at 8pm. There’s also children’s fun fair rides and hot and cold food available to purchase.
Herne Bay Carnival Day Fireworks
Date: 10th August 2024
As part of Herne Bay carnival there will be fireworks on the seafront at around 9pm. Enjoy carnival day at Herne Bay with live music, carnival princesses and much more before finishing off the evening with a great fireworks display.
Swanley Park Summer Fireworks
New Barn Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7PW
Dates: 23rd August 2024
The Swanley Park Fireworks event is a FREE event this Summer. There’s live music and bands with the fireworks finale at 9pm. Enjoy all the park facilities from 11am.
Bonfire Night Fireworks In Kent
Quex Park Bonfire & Fireworks
Date: 2nd November 2024
You can expect live music, fireworks, fairground, children’s fireworks and more with a visit to Quex Park bonfire and fireworks this year.
5 Nations British Rallycross Championship With Fireworks
Date: 2nd – 3rd November 2024
The final rounds of the 5 Nations British Rallycross Championship will also include a 10 minute firework display as soon as racing ends. If you enjoy racing and fireworks, then this is the event in Kent for you.
Kent Life Fireworks Spectacular
Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone, ME14 3AU
Dates: 2nd – 3rd November 2024
The annual fireworks display at Kent Life takes place over two days in November. This is the start of the Winter festivities and there’s lots to do for the whole family.
During the evening enjoy the children’s fairground, glow sticks, licensed bar and food concessions. There are lots of different viewing points to be able to enjoy the fireworks from as well, and additional parking will be available at The Village Hotel nearby.
The fireworks display begins at 6pm, with last admission to the park at 5.30pm. Kent Life has great events through the year including Halloween and Christmas too.
Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular
Dates: 9th November 2024
The Leeds Castle fireworks are labelled as the biggest and best fireworks in the South East of England.
You’ll be treated to music, projections and lasers alongside the fireworks display that happens around 5.30pm.
Tyler Hill Bonfire
Date: There wont be a fireworks event in 2024
The gates open at Tyler Hill Bonfire at 5.30pm. You’ll find fairground rides and food available before the bonfire is lit at 6.45pm. The fireworks go off around 7.30pm.
Edenbridge Fireworks Extravaganza
Date: 2nd November 2024
Kent’s most famous bonfire celebration takes place in November. You can expect a torch lit procession, fairground rides, marching bands and of course the spectacular fireworks display.
Kent Cricket’s Fireworks
Date: 2024 TBC
Located at The Spitfire Ground, this is one of Canterbury’s best fireworks displays. There will be a funfair and live entertainment throughout the evening. The gates open at 4.30pm and the main fireworks display takes place at 7.15pm.
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