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World Fireworks Championships - Blackpool 2008
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.
Build up will commence around 7.30pm Fireworks from approximately 8.30pm All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.
Dates
Germany 31 Aug 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 19:30 - 21:00 |
To be advised 5 Sep 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Friday | 19:30 - 21:00 |
Canada 12 Sep 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Friday | 19:30 - 21:00 |
China 19 Sep 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Friday | 19:30 - 21:00 |
Celebration Display and Winners Announcement 26 Sep 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Friday | 19:30 - 21:00 |
* Build up will commence around 7.30pm Fireworks from approximately 8.30pm
All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.
Events
Friday, 29th August 2008 - Sunday, 2nd November 2008
Friday, 28th August 2009 - Sunday, 1st November 2009
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | free |
Facilities
- Fireworks Event
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Outdoor Event
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
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