It's that time of year again for hot dogs, sparklers and things that go bang, fizz and we go ooh ahh. A small fortune spent on a box of fireworks that last 10 or 15 minutes. But it's got to be done, whether you've got young children or not, each year organised firework and bonfires attract thousands of people.

Firework frivolity rules Blueharts for their traditional Hitchin firework display

Looking for an organised event for fireworks and bonfires in Hitchin or slightly further afield? Check out our lists of events. If you know of other local events, please email us hitchin@thebestof.co.uk