| Where: | Blackpool, at the Promenade |
| When: | Saturdays in September & October (formerly Fridays in September) |
| Time: | Event from 7.30 with fireworks from 8.30 approx |
In September and October each year, a competition is held in Blackpool to determine the World Fireworks Champion. Three nations take part, each performing a display on Fridays, and votes are taken before the announcement of the winner with a British fireworks display in the final week. The event also coincides with the illuminations (see separate article) and the fireworks can be seen all along the seafront.
Helpful Hints
In 2023 the displays are scheduled to be held held on Saturdays 16th & 30th September, with the finale on Friday 20th October.
2024 dates are yet to be announced.
Performances are subject to weather conditions being suitable so check the event website for up-to-date confirmation. It’s all free of charge. Best views are from the Promenade near the Tower.
Click here for the event website: http://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/world-fireworks-championship-blackpool-2017-45090/
and http://www.visitblackpool.com
and Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LiveBlackpool/
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