Auckland fireworks

Fireworks in Auckland are usually spectacular shows. They come for a range of reasons from public holidays to cultural events. When you see fireworks they may also be fireworks let off by members of the public on their property, as fireworks are legal to buy between 3-5th November. This time frame is the lead up to a commemorative day known as 'Guy Fawkes day'. On this day people remember the foiling of Guy Fawkes's (and his conspirators) plot to blow up Parliament in England in 1605. It is also known as bonfire night, as it used to be night where people used to burn effigies of Guy Fawkes on a bonfire - which they still do today on this night. People in countries such as New Zealand (and other commonwealth nations) also celebrate by buying fireworks and lighting them up in their backyard. Many people stock up on fireworks for the year to use on special occasions, as you can only buy them 3 days per year in November. You can buy them from a number of outlets all over the city, and many signs and advertisements will direct you to these shops. There are laws on where you can set them off so check beforehand. Also most firecrackers are banned in New Zealand so you probably won't find them here. However you don't have to buy fireworks, as there a number of public displays to watch. The location of these change each year, so check your local listings and ask around. Usually if you look up to the sky you may see some.

You may also see fireworks throughout the year for other reasons. The end of the Chinese lantern festival in either February and March has fireworks in Albert Park in the city.
You can also see fireworks on New Years on 12:00am January 1st. Many displays occur so check local listings and on the internet. They also have an annual display off the sky tower, which are usually shown on TV. Sometimes the waterfront has displays on Auckland anniversary day in January as well. Other events also have displays such as sports events e.g. when NZ when the Rugby world cup in 2011, and also music concerts e.g. like those held in the Domain.

There are beautiful and brilliant displays in Auckland annually. However you need to remember to be careful and safe, and take precautions when using fireworks. Don't light fireworks on properties in dense urban areas and make sure the hose or a bucket of water is kept nearby just in case.