Bonfire Night falls on November 5, but firework displays across the North East are scheduled from October 30 to November 7, with events confirmed in Sunderland, Bishop Auckland, Whitley Bay, Newcastle and many other locations.
With Halloween weekend approaching and Christmas decorations already appearing in shops, organisers have confirmed a packed programme of displays, including several taking place on Halloween night itself. The following round-up lists the events confirmed so far, with dates, times and ticket prices.
Halloween weekend displays
On Friday, October 30, the Firework Spooktacular at Barnes Park in Sunderland will feature two displays, one at 6pm aimed at younger families and another at 8pm. The K-Pop Demon Hunters return for 2026 after proving hugely popular last year, with more characters, more performances and more entertainment throughout the evening. Street food vendors and funfair rides will also be available. Tickets cost £6 for children and £8 for adults.
On Saturday, October 31, the Kynren Pyromusical in Bishop Auckland will light up the County Durham night sky with 25 minutes of fireworks choreographed to a soundtrack. Gates open at 4.30pm, with tickets at 7pm. Tickets start at £11 for children and £14 for adults, with VIP options also available. Blyth Fireworks will end a week of Halloween fun in the Northumberland town with fireworks at the Mermaid Car Park from 7.30pm, with free entry.
Sunday November 1 events
North Tyneside Fireworks at The Links in Whitley Bay returns with free entry from 6pm. Seaham Fireworks is a free event at the Harbour Marina, with the display at 6.30pm and entertainment from 5pm. Rothbury Village Fireworks takes place at the Golf Club at 6.30pm.
Morpeth Rugby Club Fireworks charges £8 for adults and £6 for under-12s, with gates at 5pm and the bonfire lit at 6.30pm. Durham Rowing Club Fireworks at Green Lane has gates opening at 5pm and fireworks at 7pm; adults pay £4.50 and children under 12 pay £3.50. Gateshead Rugby Club in Low Fell opens gates at 4.30pm with fireworks at 6.30pm; advance tickets are £7 single (under 5s free) and £25 family (admits 4), available from Gateshead RFC.
Ocean Beach in South Shields offers free beachfront displays at 6pm and 8pm. Beamish Hall Extravaganza at Beamish Hall Hotel runs on November 1, 3 and 4, with arrival from 6pm and street performers, walk-around characters, a DJ and family-friendly fairground rides, priced per car from £45.95.
Displays around Bonfire Night
On Wednesday, November 4, the Red Sky Foundation event in Ashbrooke, Sunderland, opens gates from 4.30pm with a fireworks display at 8pm, plus live music and street food. Entry is £7.50, with under 2s going free. Rainton Arena Festival runs from Wednesday to Friday, featuring a huge bonfire, stilt walkers, street food and live music daily from 4-9pm, with tickets from £5.
On Thursday, November 5, Blue Flames in Benton opens gates from 5.30pm with the display at 7.30pm, including rides, food vendors and indoor bars. Tickets are £7 for children and £10 for adults and must be bought in advance. Fireworks at the Fort at Segedunum Wallsend offers free entry from 4pm.
The Big Blaze at Lintz Hall Farm, which is also hosting Psycho Path, will have displays on November 5 and 7, running from 4-11pm both days with tickets from £9. Ponteland Community Primary School Fireworks has gates at 4.30pm and fireworks from 6pm, with tickets at £5.50.
Final weekend events
On Friday, November 6, Firework & Funfair Race Night at Newcastle Racecourse features funfair rides, character appearances, family entertainment, evening racing and a fireworks and laser finale, with tickets from the Racecourse website. Barmoor Fireworks in Ryton is a free entry family fairground and community display starting at 7pm.
On Saturday, November 7, Gosforth Fireworks Extravaganza at Broadway West Playing Fields, organised by the Round Table which turns 50 this year, is described as Newcastle's biggest firework display, with tickets from £7.50, gates at 5pm and fireworks at 7pm. Hexham Fireworks at the Sele Park is a free entry musical display featuring a samba band warming up the crowds from 6.30pm.
Alnwick Community Fireworks at Alnwick Town Juniors Football Club, run by the Round Table, has food trucks and a funfair, with gates at 6pm and the first fireworks at 7.30pm; tickets are £6 for adults, £4 for children aged 4-16 and free for under-4s. Blaydon RFC hosts its 20th Annual Bonfire Night with a pyro musical and a food village featuring vendors including Lucca pizza co, Jam Jar Hot Dogs & Burgers, Crepes Gourmet and Kolamba - Sri Lankan Street Food. Tickets are £5.74 for children and £9.42 for adults.
Festival of Fireworks at Chester-le-Street Riverside is a fireworks and laser show choreographed to music, with gates at 4.30pm and fireworks and lasers from 7.30pm; tickets are from £7 for children and £11 for adults. Gateshead Stadium Firework Frenzy includes a funfair and music from a K-Pop tribute act, running from 5-9pm with tickets priced £4-7. South North Cricket Club in Gosforth offers four bars, inflatables and face painting, with tickets at £12.50. Tynemouth Cricket Club Display opens gates from 5pm with the display from 7pm; tickets are £4-£7, with a group ticket price of £20. Newbiggin by the Sea Fireworks at Church Point has free entry with donations gratefully received, with the fairground opening at 1pm and fireworks at 6pm.
