Hastings Bonfire Night 2022: Full Schedule and Key Details
Don’t miss out! These programmes are flying off the shelves this year. Grab yours early or risk missing the action on Saturday 15 October 2022.
Daytime Fun Kicks Off at 9:30am
- 9:30am: Under-16s gear up for the children’s Guy making competition at Stade Hall. Judges pick the winner at 2pm, who scores a prime spot on the bonfire.
Evening Extravaganza: Processions, Fireworks & More
- 5pm: Junior Members march west from the Stade promenade, greeted with a thrilling pyrotechnic salute at the fire site around 5:30pm.
- 6:30pm: Bonfire societies, drummers and dance bands assemble by the White Rock Hotel promenade. Look for lamppost lettering to find your group. Need a pint or a pit stop? Loos and beers await inside the White Rock Hotel.
- 7pm: Beacon lit ceremony begins as Hastings runners bring torches to the assembly point.
- 7:10pm: The iconic America Ground Ceremony takes place.
- 7:20pm: The main bonfire procession starts! Runners carry lit torches from East Hill’s beacon. Expect firecrackers near Robertson Street and a thunderous mascléta salute from Pelham Crescent to welcome the parade back to the fire site.
- Around 9pm: When all the processions and fire carts are inside the site, bonfire prayers are shouted. The dignitary then lights the bonfire and torches are thrown in for the dramatic blaze.
- 9:15pm: Spectacular fireworks and effigy display light up the night sky.
- 9:50pm: Fireworks wrap up to help visitors catch the last train home. Note: Expect rail disruption on 15th October due to engineering works – check local notices.
- 11pm: Road closures officially end.
Road Closures and Safety
Road closures kick in from approximately 6pm, reopening between 10:30pm and 11pm. Timings may vary depending on safety checks and police advice. Plan your journey accordingly.
For all updates and rail info, keep an eye on official channels and the Hastings Bonfire website. Get ready for the biggest bonfire night blast of the year!
