Meanwhile, Meeanee Speedway’s annual Fireworks Night is expected to attract another big crowd and the venue has added extra seating.
Racing starts at 6.30pm and the fireworks display is 8.30pm. A kids’ zone will feature a bouncy castle and face painting.
“Last year, our Fireworks Night sold out and we had to turn people away at the gates [and] this year is looking to be just as epic,” the speedway posted on social media.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate (until sold out).
For Nexia Blast in the Park, tickets are adults $20 at the gate ($15 online), children $10 aged 4-17 ($5 online), children 3 and under free, and family passes $50 ($35 online) which includes two adults and two children.
For the speedway, tickets are adults $25, children $10 aged 8-15, children 7 and under free, and family passes $60 which includes two adults and four kids.
Guy Fawkes Day is officially held on Tuesday (November 5) and, by law, fireworks are available to purchase in participating stores during the four days prior - Saturday to Tuesday.
Main events
Friday (Nov 1): Nexia Blast in the Park, Anderson Park in Havelock North, 5.30pm to 9.15pm (fireworks 9pm)
Saturday (Nov 2): Fireworks Night, Meeanee Speedway in Napier, 6.30pm to late (fireworks 8.30pm)
