Fireworks, family fun and autumn nights
A few ideas to get you sorted
Looking for somewhere to watch the fireworks this Bonfire Night? We’ve pulled together the confirmed 2026 displays and family fireworks events currently in the directory, from Blyth and Newcastle to Sunderland, Durham and Stockton.
Bonfire Night tends to stretch across a few evenings rather than landing on one single night, so have a mooch through the dates and find a display that works for your family. Some are free or community-led, while others are ticketed nights with funfairs, food, racing or entertainment alongside the fireworks.
Pick the sort of night you fancy
Want something straightforward? Look for a town or seafront display. Fancy making more of an evening of it? Ticketed events may add fairground rides, music, food, racing or pre-show entertainment. Have a look at what is included before comparing prices.
- Check the event date, gates or doors time and the expected fireworks time.
- Look at whether tickets are on sale, limited or still to be announced.
- For community displays, wait for the organiser to confirm access and admission details.
A few things worth knowing
Fireworks nights can be noisy, busy and later than little ones are used to. Wrap up warm, allow extra time for queues and travel, and check the official listing for parking, public transport and any restrictions before you head off.
For younger children
A shorter display with an early finish may suit toddlers better than a full evening event. Ear defenders can be a good idea for children who find bangs a bit much, and it is worth checking whether the event has quieter areas or any sensory information before booking.
Dated events and seasonal plans
Bonfire Night events across the North East
These events have their own dates and ticket details, so have a look at the event page before you set off.
Blyth Fireworks 2026
Blyth Seafront
31 October 2026
Blyth’s annual seafront fireworks celebration with entertainment, attractions and a community atmosphere for families and visitors.
Have a look at the eventKynren Pyromusical 2026
Kynren show arena
31 October 2026
A 25-minute fireworks spectacular choreographed to music above Bishop Auckland, presented as part of Kynren’s outdoor night-show programme.
Have a look at the eventNorth Tyneside Fireworks Display 2026
North Tyneside
1 November 2026
A North Tyneside fireworks display listed in the council’s official visitor events calendar for the 2026 Bonfire Night period.
Have a look at the eventSeaham Fireworks 2026
Seaham
1 November 2026
Seaham’s annual town fireworks display, listed by Seaham Town Council as part of its 2026 events programme.
Have a look at the eventStockton Fireworks 2026
Stockton Waterfront urban park and Riverside
1 November 2026
Stockton’s annual fireworks display returns to the Waterfront urban park and Riverside for an evening community celebration beside the River Tees.
Have a look at the eventBlue Flames Fireworks Display 2026
Blue Flames Sporting Club
5 November 2026
An annual family fireworks evening at Blue Flames in Benton, with fairground rides, food stalls, characters and indoor facilities.
Have a look at the eventRed Sky Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza 2026
Ashbrooke Sports Club
5 November 2026
A family fireworks fundraising event at Ashbrooke Sports Club in Sunderland, organised by Red Sky Foundation to support heart families.
Have a look at the eventFireworks & Funfair Racenight at Newcastle Racecourse 2026
Newcastle Racecourse
6 November 2026
A family fireworks evening at Newcastle Racecourse with racing, entertainment, funfair attractions and a fireworks finale.
Have a look at the eventFestival of Fireworks at Durham Cricket 2026
Durham Cricket, Banks Homes Riverside
7 November 2026
A choreographed fireworks, laser and pyrotechnic spectacular at Durham Cricket, with a funfair, food and drink areas and pre-show entertainment.
Have a look at the eventSouth Northumberland Cricket Club Family Fireworks 2026
South Northumberland Cricket Club
7 November 2026
A family fireworks evening at South Northumberland Cricket Club with children’s entertainment, face painting, bouncy castles, a bar and a 7:30pm display.
Have a look at the eventBefore you head off
- Dates, prices and ticket availability can change, so check the official event page before travelling.
- Some listings are confirmed before full timings or admission details are available — treat “to be announced” as just that.
- Wrap everyone up well and plan for waiting outside, even when the fireworks themselves are fairly short.
- Check the journey home in advance; busy roads and tired bairns are not the ideal combination after a late display.