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Bonfire Night and Firework Displays in Brighton and Sussex

Brighton Bonfires & Fireworks 2025: Where to Watch, What to Expect, and How to Make a Night of It

As autumn sweeps across Brighton, Hove and Sussex, the night skies come alive with dazzling fireworks, glowing bonfires, and the crackle of celebration. From torchlit processions in historic Lewes to family-friendly displays by the sea, Sussex has some of the most atmospheric Bonfire Night events in the country.

Kick things off early on Saturday 18 October with traditional torchlight parades in Seaford, Hailsham, and Hastings, or head to Nevill Juvenile Bonfire Society in Lewes for a family-friendly procession. The following weekend, Firle and Littlehampton bring village charm and riverside sparkle, while the Ardingly Fireworks Spectacular offers a big-scale show complete with food stalls and fairground rides.

Closer to home, Brighton’s neighbouring Hove Fireworks Night at the County Ground (2 November) promises one of the city’s biggest professional displays — perfect for families and friends. And of course, no guide would be complete without mentioning Lewes Bonfire Night on 5 November — the legendary Sussex spectacle with its fiery processions, grand bonfires, and city-wide celebrations.

Throughout November, the glow continues in Ditchling, Cuckfield, and Worthing, where seafront fireworks light up the coast, and even into late November with the Glynde Memorial Parade and Goodwood’s luxury bonfire night experience.

Whether you’re after a grand display, a family evening out, or a taste of Sussex tradition, Brighton and its neighbours promise unforgettable nights under the autumn sky.

Sussex Bonfire & Firework Events 2025

Date	Event / Location	Notes
Sat 18 Oct	Hailsham Bonfire & Fireworks (East Sussex)	Torchlit procession through town, bonfire & fireworks finale.
Sat 18 Oct	Nevill Juvenile Bonfire Society (Lewes)	Early Lewes society event; family-friendly; processions from ~5:30 pm.
Sat 18 Oct	Seaford Bonfire & Fireworks	Traditional torchlit procession and fireworks near the seafront.
Sat 18 Oct	Hastings Bonfire	One of the oldest Sussex societies; parade, bonfire, fireworks.
Sat 25 Oct	Firle Bonfire & Fireworks (near Glynde / Lewes)	Torchlit village procession, bonfire & fireworks.
Sat 25 Oct	Ardingly Fireworks Spectacular (South of England Showground)	Large professional display; fairground rides & food stalls.

Sat 25 Oct	Littlehampton Bonfire	Torchlight procession, bonfire & fireworks by the river.
Sat 1 Nov	Cuckfield Bonfire & Fireworks	Gates open 5:30 pm, bonfire lit 6:45 pm, fireworks 7:30 pm.
Sun 2 Nov	Hurstpierpoint Family Bonfire & Fireworks (Danny Park)	Community-run event; gates ~4 pm, fireworks ~5:30 pm.
Sun 2 Nov	Hove Fireworks Night (1st Central County Ground, Sussex Cricket)	Large city-centre display; gates 6 pm, fireworks 7:30 pm.
Wed 5 Nov	Lewes Bonfire Night	The biggest Sussex event: multiple societies, parades, bonfires & fireworks. Roads close ~4:45 pm.
Wed 5 Nov	Lindfield Bonfire Night (near Haywards Heath)	Torchlit procession 7:30 pm, bonfire & fireworks ~8:45 pm.
Wed 5 Nov	Worthing Pier Fireworks	Free display from the pier, visible along the seafront.

Sun 9 Nov	Ditchling Bonfire Night	Family bonfire in Spatham Lane, fireworks ~7 pm.
Mid-Nov (TBD)	Rye Bonfire Night	Famous Sussex coastal bonfire with procession & fireworks.
Late Nov (TBD)	Glynde / Beddingham / Firle Memorial Parade & Fireworks	Small torchlit remembrance event sometimes with fireworks.
TBD (Goodwood)	Bonfire Night at The Kennels, Goodwood	Dining + professional fireworks in a luxury setting.