Here’s our first guide to Fireworks Displays around South Wales. While many are getting back to normal after the pandemic, we have also noticed the economy has hit hard, with some events being cancelled in definitely.
There are so many events still to be confirmed so maybe you should bookmark this page and pay it a regular visit to check on what’s happening where you are. We know a lot of you like to get your tickets early (to save a few quid), so here is what we have so far.
If you have something to add to this, or any or event you’d like featured, email: events@southwaleslife.com
ABERGAVENNY
ROUND TABLE FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
This one is always really popular as the Round Table get ready for a night to remember as we they up the skies above Abergavenny with a dazzling array of colours! We’ve got music, food and drinks, light up toys and a small funfair for the kids. All proceeds will go to charities and good causes in the local area.
Again, prices are pretty reasonable……
- Adults £8
- Kids £5
A few things to note before you go. No alcohol, weapons, drugs, fireworks or sparklers are permitted in the park. Anyone found to be in possession of these will be removed from the event. No pets, ONLY assistance dogs allowed.
Also (very important) THERE IS NO PARKING AT THIS EVENT. Town car parks are free to use after 6pm and are just a short walk from the park. Gates open at 5pm with the Fireworks at 7pm sharp. The FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA is on Friday 5th November at Belgrave Park in Abergavenny.
For more details and tickets, go HERE.
ABERYSTWYTH
ABERYSTWYTH ROUND TABLE FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Aberystwyth Roundtable is happy to announce the Aberystwyth Fireworks Display 2022 will take place on Saturday 5th November 2022 at Aberystwyth Rugby Club.
All proceeds received from this charity event will stay local to Aberystwyth and the surrounding area.
Gates will open at 5pm for families to enjoy the stalls offering food, drink and more (to be announced) with the Fireworks Display starting from 7:30pm.
Please remember this is a non for profit charity event, if you are watching from outside of the venue a donation would be greatly appreciated.
For more details and to get your tickets, go HERE.
BARRY
BARRY ISLAND CHARITY FIREWORKS FIESTA
The Annual Charity Firework Fiesta returns to Barry Island!
New organisers – Chem Corp UK, will bring the Fireworks Fiesta to Barry Island on Saturday 29th October. The FREE display is set to begin at 7.30pm, and Pendragon will fire from Friars Point, overlooking Barry Island Beach.
The charity event will raise funds for Age Connect and bucket collections will take place at the event.
Watch the display from Barry Island Prom and Gardens and Enjoy one of the many cafes on the Island. Plus the Barry Island Pleasure Park – which will be open from 4pm on the night, will offer free ghost train rides at the park.
Road closures will be in place on the night, and access to Barry Island for residents will be via Plymouth Rd, which will stay open for the duration of the event.
Both Harbour Rd and Nell’s Point Car Parks will be open for the event. For all public transport information, please visit HERE.
The BARRY ISLAND FIREWORKS FIESTA is on Saturday 29th October from 7:30pm.
BARRY RFC FIREWORKS NIGHT
Barry RFC presents Fireworks Night at the Reservoir Feilds.
It’s on Friday 4th November with doors opening at 6pm and the show from 7:30pm. There’ll also be food & refreshments.
Adults: £5 Under 16: FREE
Not much more to sat that poster won’t tell you.
CAERPHILLY
CAERPHILLY CASTLE BONFIRE NIGHT BONANZA
Come to Caerphilly castle and enjoy craft activates and a complete a trail around the castle to win a prize.
Event times
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Fri 04 Nov 2022 | 11:00 – 15:00 |
| Sat 05 Nov 2022 | 11:00 – 15:00 |
| Sun 06 Nov 2022 | 11:00 – 15:00 |
For more details go HERE.
CARDIFF
SOPHIAWORKS AT SOPHIA GARDENS
The biggest fireworks night in Cardiff returns for another year with tickets now available to purchase.
Join us at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Friday, 4th November from 5.30pm for an exciting evening of live music and family entertainment, including funfair rides, cricket skills and our spectacular fireworks display.
Sophia Gardens’ excellent catering outlets will also be on-site, delivering an array of different street food options for all the family.
This will be the fourth time the stadium has held its Sophiaworks extravaganza with all previous years selling out. Last year the event sold out in record time with all 3.5k tickets snapped up a fortnight before the show.
Chief executive, Hugh Morris, said: “We’re delighted to announce the return of Sophiaworks to the home of Glamorgan Cricket.
“The event has grown in popularity each year and has swiftly become one of our marquee events, and highlights that Sophia Gardens is more than just a cricket stadium, but also a fantastic, multi-use events venue.
“With the success of previous nights, I urge anyone wishing to attend Sophiaworks to buy their tickets early to avoid disappointment.”
Tickets are now on sale with Adult tickets just £12, while Under 17s are £8 and Under 2s are free. For details go HERE.
SPARKS IN THE PARK
An annual fireworks event in Cardiff has been cancelled “for the foreseeable future” after organisers said they could not keep up with the rising costs.
Cardiff’s Sparks in the Park has been running since 1981 and usually takes place in Cooper’s Field every year on bonfire night. But the event’s organisers, Cardiff Round Table, announced that the event would be cancelled for the foreseeable.
CARMARTHEN
CHARITY FIREWORKS BONANZA
Carmarthen Round Table’s Charity Fireworks Bonanza is back for 2022 with a BOOM!!! Carmarthenshire’s biggest and best fireworks event of the year!!
-5th of November @ Carmarthen Park
– Gates Open @ 4:30PM
– Children’s Fireworks Display 7PM
– Main Fireworks Display 8PM
– Hot Food & Drink Stalls
– Sweet Stands
– Top Quality Fun Fair
– Music & More
•Tickets are £5 each
•Group of 5 for £20 (family ticket)
•Children under 5 go free!
(Please pay at the park gates on arrival – cash preferred but card machines will be available)
Tickets can also be purchased in advance.
We are a local charity – All proceeds made on the night go straight back into supporting our local community and it’s amazing people! We support and fund a whole host of local groups, charities, clubs and individuals of all ages in order for them to grow and gain confidence in whatever they choose to pursue in life.
We are just a group of ordinary guys, doing extraordinary things. We all volunteer our time to make a difference and #DoMore.
They look forward to seeing you all on the 5th of November @ Carmarthen Park, SA31 3DF for an evening of Spectacular Fireworks!!
All the money raised on the night goes back into the local community, helping and supporting groups and individuals alike achieve their goals and aspirations in whatever they choose to do in their lives.
They give back to the community and provide the chance for people of all ages to try something new – making an enormous difference to hundreds of lives every year.
The FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA is on 5th of November @ Carmarthen Park!! For details, go HERE.
Carmarthen Round Table No80 #DoMore #RTBI #Carmarthen #Caerfyrddin
CWMBRAN
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HEREFORD
LLADUDNDO
LLADUDNO FIREWORKS DISPLAY
This year’s event is scheduled to be held on Thursday 27th October at 7:30pm from North Shore beach, Llandudno.
Should the weather be adverse on the Thursday, the back-up date is Friday 28th October 2022 at 7:30pm.
Please note that both dates are subject to the weather permitting.
This beach event is very tide dependent, with up to 1.5 hours being required in advance of the display to safely set up on the beach (at around 150 metres from the promenade) and a suitable time following the approximate 20-minute display to safely remove equipment from the beach. Tides and operating times are, therefore, carefully, and thoroughly assessed.
In 2022, these are the closest dates to the 5th of November at which the tide time and range is most favourable and safe to operate.
Council would be appreciative:
- Of any donations on the night towards the display. Collectors will be out and about on the promenade with collecting buckets
- Please note that fireworks (including sparklers) are not permitted within the event site.
You can get all the details you need from the Town Council website HERE.
They also have a dedicated Fireworks Facebook page HERE.
LLANELLI
PARC Y SCARLETS FIREWORKS
Come and enjoy the Annual Spectacular Fireworks Night at Parc Y Scarlets in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. A fantastic evening of entertainment, autumnal festivities and fireworks for all the family!
There will be live entertainment leading up to the fireworks display. There will also be a funfair in the stadium car park and various food and drink stalls to keep you refreshed during the evening.
Tickets need to be purchased in advance and can be done online via link HERE.
Gates Open at 4pm, Pre Fireworks entertainment starts 6pm. Fireworks at 6.55pm. Fairground closes at 9pm.
Price Adult £9 Children 6 to 16 years old £5.50 Children Under 6 years £1.00
MONMOUTHSHIRE
MONMOUTH ROTARY FIREWORKS DISPLAY
We really love this one, the combination of a burger, and ice cream while watching the fireworks from a lovely location, is a great way to celebrate the evening with family and friends.
Town Bonfire by the Rowing Club. Fireworks, burgers, ice cream, enjoy the spectacle by the River Wye
Entry prices held constant again – £6 for adult, £3 for children under 14 and £15 for a family of two adults and two children.
Come and enjoy the spectacular firework display from Paines Fireworks, brought to you by Rotary Monmouth with the support of Monmouth Town Council. All proceeds will go to support local and international charities in the seven area of focus for Rotary
For more details, head over to their website HERE.
NEWPORT
PEMBROKESHIRE
MILFORD HAVEN FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA!
The Milford Haven Round Table have announced the Fireworks Extravaganza will be back this year saying it is…….
‘West Wales’ No. 1 Free Entry Display! Live Music, Fun Fair, Street Food and much more.’
Not a huge amount of information just yet, other than the date, which is Saturday 5th November from 5pm on Milford Waterfront. It’s a fantastic location and sure to be a really well supported event.
We’ll keep in touch with them over the next few weeks, best thing to do however, is head along to their FACEBOOK page for more.
PONTYPRIDD
PONTYPOOL
THE HORSE & JOCKEY FIREWORK EXTRAVAGANZA
The Horse & Jockey Firework Extravaganza! A family fun night not to be missed!
They are the only location in Pontypool to be holding an annual organised firework display.
Following on from last years successful event, they anticipate this year to be even better!
Doors open from 5pm. Fireworks will be around 7pm.
Food and refreshments will be available onsite to purchase and we will also have mascots to entertain the children.
Wrap up warm and come and join us for a spectacular evening.
As parking maybe limited, we are offering shuttle buses which will be confirmed when we have a better idea of numbers.
Please ensure you select the correct ticket type.
General Admission – walking to the event
Admission with Disabled Parking – proof will need to be provided
Admission with Park & Ride – if you plan to drive to the event
Call 01495 762723 if you have any questions or queries, they will not be having physical tickets this year so please ensure that you keep your ticket safe as it will be no ticket, no entry.
It all starts at 5pm and should wrap up around 8pm. Tickets are £5.98 and you can get yours HERE.
PORTHCAWL
SWANSEA
SWANSEA BAY FIREWORKS
This year’s annual Swansea Council FREE Fireworks Display will take place along Swansea Bay on the 5th November 2022 from 6pm!
The event will be open from 6pm! There’ll be plenty of food and drink options including a hog roast, burgers, hot drinks, beer and lots of sweet treats!
There will be pre-show activity , with the firework display taking place at 7pm!
The display will be visible around the bay (weather permitting), with the best view available on the Prom and beach between the Civic Centre and Brynmill Lane.
It’s always a busy on this. The free show over the bay in November 2019 attracted around 30,000 spectators.
Not many more details to give you but you can head HERE for more.
