Hastings Bonfire Night

Hastings town centre and beach, Hastings · 17 October 2026

Hastings Borough Bonfire Society's torchlit procession winds through the town before a bonfire and a grand finale firework display on the beach. Torches are brought down from the East Hill Beacon to light the procession.

Highlights

• Torchlit procession with drummers
• Torches carried down from the East Hill Beacon
• America Ground ceremony on Robertson Street
• Bonfire, effigy and fireworks on the beach

Good to know

• Free event with no tickets
• Watch the wind direction and keep clear of torches, the bonfire and the firing area

Getting there