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Lincoln & further afield · 2026

Bonfire Night.
A little spark in the dark.

Make an evening of it: fireworks, village bonfires and something hot to eat. Here’s where to go around Lincoln, from Halloween through Bonfire Night weekend.

31 October–7 November · Details checked 24 October 2026

Bright sparkler against a dark, softly glowing background
Just north of Lincoln

Fireworks Fantasia & Halloween Spooktacular

A Halloween evening with fireworks, fairground attractions, live music and a motorcycle stunt show. The organiser lists two displays, with the earlier junior show an option for a shorter evening.

Where
Lincolnshire Showground
Arrive
4pm
Fireworks
Junior display 6.30pm · main display 9pm
Tickets
Advance: adults £17; ages 5–15 £11; family (2 adults + 3 children aged 5–15) £45. Under 5s free. VAT and booking fees included.

Free parking. Advance tickets go off sale on the Friday evening before the event; on-the-day prices are higher. Published programme times are subject to change.

Kelham · near Newark · further afield

Newark Family Firework Show

Make a trip to the grounds of Kelham Hall for fireworks by Dynamite Fireworks, with live entertainment, food stalls and fairground rides. Rides are charged separately from admission.

Where
The Renaissance at Kelham Hall
Arrive
4pm
Fireworks
Approximately 7.45pm
Tickets
General admission: adults £13.50; children aged 3–16 £9; under 3s free. Check the booking page for any additional fees.

Advance tickets only: no tickets on the gate. On-site parking is free but limited; the organiser encourages car sharing. Check current availability before travelling.

Nettleham

Lincoln Rugby Club Fireworks Night

A fireworks display set to music, with live entertainment, food stalls, bars and fairground rides. The club’s programme says the evening finishes at 10.30pm.

Where
Lincoln Rugby Club
Arrive
6pm
Fireworks
Display time: check with the organiser
Tickets
See the organiser’s booking page for admission, shuttle and parking prices.

Cashless event. Club parking, including limited Blue Badge spaces, must be booked in advance. A timed, ticketed coach shuttle is available; check pick-up points when booking.

Navenby

Navenby Fireworks

The Venue’s fireworks evening includes live music from 6.30pm, with food, drinks and children’s fairground games. The fireworks are listed for 7.30pm.

Where
The Venue
Arrive
6pm
Fireworks
7.30pm
Tickets
Listed admission £6.50; under 5s free. Check booking terms and any fees with the venue.

The venue confirms the date on its website; the detailed programme and admission price are published by Visit Lincolnshire. See Visit Lincolnshire’s programme and prices below.

Sturton by Stow

Sturton by Stow Bonfire & Fireworks Night

A village bonfire and fireworks evening, with food stalls and hot drinks. Gates open an hour before the bonfire is lit, with the display following at 7pm.

Where
Sturton by Stow Recreation Field
Arrive
5.30pm
Fireworks
7pm · bonfire lit 6.30pm
Tickets
Adults £7; under 14s £5; family (2 adults + 2 children) £20. Cash only.

Advance tickets are listed at the village primary school, convenience store and The New Plough; tickets are also available at the gates. Limited parking is first come, first served.

Langworth

Bonfire Night at The George

A pub bonfire evening with live music and a later fireworks display. The event announcement describes the fireworks as low noise.

Where
The George Inn
Arrive
Food & drinks outside from 6pm
Fireworks
8.30pm · bonfire lit 7pm
Tickets
Free entry. Food and drink are extra.

Parking is limited; the announcement recommends walking or public transport where possible. Book ahead if you want a table for a meal.

Glowing embers rise above silhouettes gathered at a bonfire
A tall bonfire lights up an evening gathering beside trees
Local firework shop
Lincoln

Planning your own fireworks evening?

Rainbow Fireworks has a Lincoln shop stocking fireworks for home celebrations, including low-noise options. They also offer professional display services.

Shop
Rainbow Fireworks
Where
Unit 12 Venture Park, Great Northern Terrace, Lincoln, LN5 8FE
Phone
01522 444365

Check their website or contact the shop for current products and opening times.

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