The stormy weather did not stop the “electrifying” fireworks display and entertainment at the Norfolk Showground at Costessey.

Thousands of cars pulled up to enjoy the Autumn Lights firework display near Norwich on Saturday.

Despite the heavy rain and wind brought on by Storm Arwen this weekend, the drive-in illuminations event went ahead with its huge fireworks displays, hot air balloon ‘nightglow’, light performers, funfair and street food vendors.

Eastern Daily Press: Thousands of cars pulled up to enjoy the drive-in Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich.Thousands of cars pulled up to enjoy the drive-in Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich. (Image: Milner Creative)

The event's DJ, Ryan Swain, said it was an amazing night.

“Norfolk was absolutely electrifying despite the weather. We carried out a safety meeting on site before opening and then throughout the event,” said the 30-year-old.

Eastern Daily Press: Families enjoyed the Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich. Pictured is the hot balloon nightglow performance.Families enjoyed the Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich. Pictured is the hot balloon nightglow performance. (Image: Milner Creative)

“We did the fire work displays and three balloonists from the Norfolk area came and we did the nightglow performance. When I was doing my set, people were getting out of their cars and dancing in the rain. It was awesome.”

Eastern Daily Press: Autumn Lights fireworks display at the Norfolk Showground in 2021.Autumn Lights fireworks display at the Norfolk Showground in 2021. (Image: Milner Creative)

It is the first time the touring event has been to Norfolk and Mr Swain said they hope to return to the county next year.

Eastern Daily Press: Thousands of cars pulled up to enjoy the drive-in Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich.Thousands of cars pulled up to enjoy the drive-in Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground near Norwich. (Image: Milner Creative)

Eastern Daily Press: DJ Ryan Swain at the Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground.DJ Ryan Swain at the Autumn Lights event at the Norfolk Showground. (Image: Milner Creative)