Xplosive Events is a UK-based company specializing in the organization of unique family firework festivals. The company provides a vibrant blend of entertainment, featuring world-class fireworks displays, arena performances, leading stage acts, hot air balloons, air displays, and light shows. Their events are designed to create memorable experiences for families, making them an attractive option for those seeking enjoyable outings throughout the year. Targeting families and individuals looking for engaging entertainment, Xplosive Events hosts various festivals across multiple venues in the UK. Customers can easily access information about upcoming events and purchase tickets through their website. In addition to their own festivals, Xplosive Events collaborates with partners like Illusion Fireworks to offer customized fireworks displays for personal and public events, catering to a wide range of needs within the event planning sector.
Xplosive Events garners mixed reviews, with many praising their stunning fireworks displays and well-organized events. Reviewers highlight the creativity and effort that go into the shows, often describing them as mesmerizing and unforgettable, with excellent food and family-friendly entertainment.
However, a significant number of customers express frustration over canceled events and the difficulty in obtaining refunds, with some waiting months for their money back. Complaints also arise regarding high entry fees that do not seem justified by the overall experience, leading to dissatisfaction among attendees. While many enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and impressive shows, the issues surrounding customer service and financial transparency detract from the overall experience. The sentiment leans towards disappointment, particularly regarding refunds and value for money.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 3.4 | 100 | 100% | -0.5 | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review Jul 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 24 | 3.4 | 5 |
| Sep 24 | 4.0 | 6 |
| Oct 24 | — | 0 |
| Nov 24 | 3.0 | 29 |
| Dec 24 | 5.0 | 8 |
| Jan 25 | 4.7 | 3 |
| Feb 25 | — | 0 |
| Mar 25 | 4.5 | 8 |
| Apr 25 | 3.4 | 5 |
| May 25 | 3.2 | 5 |
| Jun 25 | 4.0 | 12 |
| Jul 25 | 1.0 | 1 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 100 most recent reviews.
“From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how well everything was set up”
“£84 for a family of four for entry , I’m not entirely sure what that fee was for as everything inside we paid for anyway”
Same method for every company: overall rating, legitimacy checks, the average rating of reviews mentioning each area and the 6-month trend · Entertainment Services.
| Company | Overall | Legit | Value | Service | Website & app | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3.4 out of 5 (fair) | 100 out of 100 | 1.6 out of 5 (poor) | 2.4 out of 5 (poor) | 1.4 out of 5 (poor) | +7% | 100 |
| 2.7 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | — | — | 1.6 out of 5 (poor) | −32% | 100 | |
| 4.5 out of 5 (good) | 50 out of 100 | — | — | — | — | 20,156 | |
| 4.5 out of 5 (good) | 67 out of 100 | — | — | — | — | 5,849 | |
| 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | 1.0 out of 5 (poor) | 1.0 out of 5 (poor) | 1.1 out of 5 (poor) | — | 1,002 |
Bottom line: Xplosive Events is #3 of 5 on overall rating in this group.
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Abingdon Fireworks were phenomenal! The synchronized light and sound show was unlike anything I’ve ever seen. The kids had a blast at the funfair, and there was food to suit every taste. A truly magical experience all around!
The fireworks display was absolutely stunning, easily the best I’ve seen. The music added a magical touch, and the variety of food stalls and activities catered to all ages. Traffic was a bit hectic, but the experience more than made up for it. I’m already excited for next year!
Delicious food and a variety of activities kept everyone happy. Traffic delays were minor and expected. A well-organized event that I’d highly recommend to anyone seeking fun.
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Polarized pattern: few middle ratings. 57% of recent reviews are 4–5★ and 39% are 1–2★.
This event exceeded expectations! The bonfire was cozy, and the fireworks were breathtaking, especially with the synchronized music. Food options were abundant, and the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. Traffic delays were minor and worth the experience. Highly recommend this event for an unforgettable evening. Will be back next year!
Everything about this event was top-notch. The fireworks display was mesmerizing, and the music added an extra layer of magic. Food and drinks were plentiful, with options for all tastes. Traffic management could improve slightly, but it didn’t spoil the experience. A fantastic evening for families and friends alike.
Hands down, the best fireworks display I’ve ever seen! Everything from the food vendors to the music and the stunning fireworks was well-planned. Highly recommend bringing chairs and blankets for the ultimate experience.
Abingdon Bonfire and Fireworks event was spectacular! The bonfire show was unique, and the fireworks were beautifully choreographed. It did take a while to leave, but that’s to be expected with such a large crowd. Amazing job by the team!
Loved every minute of the SummerFest. So much to do for all ages, and the fireworks display was breathtaking. A bit pricey for some food and rides, but the overall experience was worth every penny.
We had an unforgettable evening at the event. The bonfire created a cozy vibe, and the fireworks were a true spectacle. Food and drinks were reasonably priced, and the atmosphere was festive. Traffic delays were manageable. A perfect outing for families and friends. Can’t wait for the next one!
If you love fireworks, Xplosive Events is a must. The musical choreography of the display was on another level, and the staff were so friendly. Parking could use some improvement, but honestly, the event itself more than made up for it.
The event was seamless from start to finish. The fireworks display was spectacular, synchronized beautifully with the music. Food and drinks were abundant, and the atmosphere was lively. Traffic management could improve, but the experience was worth it. Definitely attending again next year. Highly recommend for families and friends alike!
First time at an Xplosive event, and we were amazed! The fireworks were the best we’ve ever seen, and the bonfire was massive and mesmerizing. Loved the non-alcoholic hot drinks for designated drivers. Well-organized and family-friendly. We’ll definitely be back.
Xplosive Events never disappoints! We attended SpringFest, and it was an absolute blast. The monster truck shows, live music, and great food options kept us entertained all day. Leaving took a while, but the fantastic memories made it worthwhile. Highly recommend!
What a lovely and exciting event, I would definitely recommend anyone goes it's group and family friendly, I will definitely be going again. I went with some friends and we all found it pretty easy to get to and to get parking but we did come early as I knew the show ground access is from smaller roads so can cause delays if you come when everyone else is also trying to get in. There was a Mega sized fun fair with endless fun for kiddos, there was a huge variety of food vendors ( my favourite TikkaTango). There was also lovely drinks vendors with hot and cold drinks and they even had non alcoholic hot apple "cider" great for those of us who drive. The show started with low sound fireworks (for kids) but this did not take from the beauty of the sparkly and colourful skylights. The second part of the show was the Bonfire. How the bonfire was lit was a show in itself and then the sheer size of this bonfire was mind-blowing and mesmerising. The main fireworks show was an amazing choreographed musical production. It was an enthralling display, that stimulated both visual and auditory senses. Beautiful, emotional and a lot of fun ( You know evocative shapes and colours a loads of vivid sounds dancing to the music) !!!! Leaving took a bit of time (1h) but it's only logical if you think people for the show arrived between 3-7 but they nearly all wanted to leave once the show was over. As I have been to a few different festivals and events I did come prepared with some snacks and good music. There could maybe be some additional staff directing people out so that you don't get the people that cut in line. Other tips: You can bring camp chairs or pop tents and blankets and get yourself set up on a good spot to watch the show. For the main display if you are noise sensitive (as one of my friends were) Loop earplugs definitely helps take the edge of the "loudness" and that way you get to enjoy the amazing display.
Events at a military base ought to be organised with military precision - this one was a farce. I do not deny that the fireworks were enjoyable, when they eventually happened, but the lead up was ridiculous. Why advertise 6pm quiet fireworks for children then tell families not to leave afterwards because the in-coming traffic would make that impossible? Why build the biggest bonfire then claim shock when it is too hot to allow the Monster Trucks to perform, so events would be delayed - who wants to see them anyway? We received multiple emails urging us to arrive at 3pm, to avoid the traffic, for a firework display that did not happen until 8:40pm - it was too late, we were bored, cold, fed up and ended up leaving before the end, because we knew that the ridiculous number of tickets sold meant we'd be stuck in the car park all night. Even then, no identifers on the rows and no lighting meant we struggled to locate our car. Then came the 12-lane departure queue of cars, for which you had to hold your nerve to inch forward. If you left a gap, someone created another lane - no marshalling at all. We had already decided that the event was so badly run, we just wouldn't bother again, but this review was prompted by an offer of 50% off next year. No way, it was a chaotic entrapment, designed for maxmimum profit. We're not falling for that again! A special shout out to the paramedics who, with shameful diregard for the bad example they were setting, were having great fun playing sword fights with very large and powerful sparklers!
We went to Abingdon fireworks run by Xplosive events and all I can say is this was the most incredible display I have ever been to! The whole event was amazing! The music, the DJ, the atmosphere, the fireworks made the experience just fantastic! The whole event was really well organised, the delay getting in and out wasn’t the organisers fault, it was due to an accident on the A34 and people pushing to the front! I can’t even be mad at for the delay because the display was just unreal and we were buzzing still!! Absolutely cannot wait to go again next year and many years to come!! Thank you to everyone that made it so special! Loved loved loved it!!!
Fireworks were INCREDIBLE 😲would highly recommend this company and its fabulous staff!
Xplosive Events is a UK-based company specializing in the organization of unique family firework festivals. The company provides a vibrant blend of entertainment, featuring world-class fireworks displays, arena performances, leading stage acts, hot air balloons, air displays, and light shows. Their events are designed to create memorable experiences for families, making them an attractive option for those seeking enjoyable outings throughout the year. Targeting families and individuals looking for engaging entertainment, Xplosive Events hosts various festivals across multiple venues in the UK. Customers can easily access information about upcoming events and purchase tickets through their website. In addition to their own festivals, Xplosive Events collaborates with partners like Illusion Fireworks to offer customized fireworks displays for personal and public events, catering to a wide range of needs within the event planning sector.
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