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

One display will be presented per evening on Sunday 6th Sept 2009 and Fridays 11th, 18th and 25th September 2009. Final on Friday 2nd October '09

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.

First Heat : Sunday Sept 6 - France, Focus Pyro
Second Heat : Friday Sept 11 - Ireland, Rocket Pyrotechnic
Third Heat : Friday Sept 18 - China, Vulcan International
Fourth Heat : Friday 25 - USA, Rossi Fireworks (Provisional)
Final Friday : Oct 2 - Celebration Display by Kimbolton Fireworks

Please note this event is subject to suitable weather conditions.

World Fireworks Championships Blackpool