Publish date: 9 September 2026
The dates for 2026 are:
- Saturday, 12 September - Celtic Fireworks, Wales (Winner of 2022)
- Saturday, 26 September - Fireworks for Africa, South Africa (Winner of 2017)
- Saturday, 10 October - Haupt Feuerwerke, Germany (Winner of 2021).
To help everyone have a good time on each night we have put together some top tips on how to stay safe:
- Check the weather forecast before you leave
- Wear warm clothing
- Prepare your route before travel as there may be traffic delays arriving and leaving the event
- Wear something reflective as it will be dark
- Bring an umbrella
- Ensure children are accompanied by a responsible adult
- If you live close by, keep pets indoors
- Watch from a safe distance
- If you are attending as part of a group, set up a location to meet in case you get separated
- Wear appropriate footwear
- If you are driving, plan where you are parking in advance
- Keep a close eye on your belongings and valuables
- Take a fully charged mobile phone
- Look out for each other and fellow attendees
- Drink lots of water.
Please note: the tramway will be operational, so please ensure you stay a safe distance from the tramway.
If you will be watching along the Promenade, make sure you follow these tips from HM Coastguard on being Coast Clever:
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Check the weather forecast and tide times
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Look for signage to avoid mud
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If you do get stuck in mud, lean back to spread your weight evenly
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If you see someone in trouble in the water call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Check out Coastal safety | HM Coastguard UK for more information.
If you begin to feel unwell during any of these events first reach out to the marshals and first aiders at the event if you need help and it is not a serious or life-threatening illness or accident the following local services will be able to help you:
- Speak to your local pharmacy - Feeling unwell? Pharmacy services can help │ Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Call NHS 111 or online - Get help for your symptoms - NHS 111
- Urgent Treatment Centres – Walk-in Centres │ Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Ask your GP about out of hours appointments
- Mental health crisis line – 0800 9530110
Please keep our emergency department for serious and life-threatening illness or accidents – always call 999 in an emergency.
