World Fireworks Championships

6 September - 2 October 2009

Top firework companies from around the globe will be invited to stage pyrotechnical displays, bringing an International flavour to Central Promenade during the opening weeks of Blackpool’s World Famous Illuminations season. 

To out-shine their opponents, entrants must demonstrate cutting edge pyro-musical design with a display that represents the style or traditions of their country.

Each competing company will launch fireworks particular to their homeland and showcase their own pyrotechnical expertise, to win the public vote.

Displays will take place on Sunday 6 September and then every Friday night between 11 September - 2 October.  Build up will commence around 7.30pm Fireworks from approximately 8.30pm

Please note this event is subject to suitable weather conditions.