Ardingly Fireworks and Funfair Spectacular
South of England Showground, Ardingly · 24 October 2026
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Ardingly's showground hosts a big pyromusical fireworks night with a full funfair, street food and a DJ. A quieter early display suits small children, and the main show is choreographed to music by Illusion Fireworks. Rides cost £2 before 5pm.
Highlights
- Main pyromusical display at 7.40pm
- Low-noise children's display at 6.30pm
- Funfair with £2 rides before 5pm
- Monster truck rides, street food and bars
Good to know
- No dogs or other animals, including assistance dogs, because of the noise
- Early parking is cheapest
Getting there
South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6TL
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