Halloween Fireworks Festival
Visitors experience an outdoor evening filled with Halloween activities, including a bonfire, fire breathing performances, and a low-noise fireworks display set to dramatic Halloween music. Families can take on a trick-or-treat trail to help defeat the Wicked Witch, browse carnival games like pumpkin knock-down, and compete in a fancy dress competition. Other attractions on-site include a slime station, sparkler zone, neon face painting, and food and drink kiosks.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Adults (18+): £10 excluding the Trick or Treat Trail, £15 including it. Children (ages 2–17): £10 excluding the trail, £15 including it. Under 2: free excluding the trail, £5 including it. Wyvernwood Passholders: £5 excluding the trail, £10 including it. Assistant assisting a guest with a disability: £5, excluding the trail. Gate ticket including the trail (all ages): £20. The page also describes the trail as an additional £5 per child and lists entry to the Fancy Dress Competition at £1 per person. An earlybird offer gives 15% off with code EARLYBIRD, ending at 23:55 on Wednesday 30 September.
Hours
Arrive from 17:30 (recommended); fireworks start at 19:15 and last roughly 15 minutes.
Food & Drink
Food kiosks serve hot dogs, burgers, chips, hot doughnuts and sweet treats, with vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan-friendly options; a fully licensed bar is also available.
Parking
Parking is free, via the entrance to Wyvernwood, St. Osyth Road.
Accessibility
Disabled parking is located close to admissions, but the event is held in a parkland field with slightly sloping and uneven terrain.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed, except assistance dogs.
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Tips & Advice
- Book tickets in advance online, as tickets purchased at the gate cost more.
- Dress warmly and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear for outdoor parkland terrain.
- On-site parking is free and accessed via the Wyvernwood entrance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Get 15% off with code EARLYBIRD until 23:55 on Wednesday 30 September.
- Wyvernwood Passholders can get tickets for £5 without the trail or £10 with it; a valid pass is required on entry.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at the festival?
Dogs are not permitted at the event, though assistance dogs are welcome.
Is outside food and drink allowed?
No, guests are not permitted to bring food and drink into the venue.
Is the fireworks display suitable for young children?
Yes, the festival uses low-noise fireworks designed to be friendly for children and local wildlife.
Are special dietary requirements catered for?
Yes, food stalls offer vegetarian, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free options alongside a fully licensed bar.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The event continues even if it rains, so visitors should dress appropriately for the weather.
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