Much-loved summer fireworks return to Bournemouth and Poole
Bournemouth and Poole’s popular summer fireworks are back, with a series of free seafront displays set to light up the skies again this season.
Taking place across the summer, the fireworks will bring colour, music and a lively atmosphere to the coast — giving families, friends and visitors a chance to gather by the sea and enjoy a carefully choreographed show.
Cllr Richard Herrett, BCP Council’s Portfolio Holder for Destination, Leisure & Commercial Operations, said the displays are a highlight of the summer calendar, bringing communities together and creating lasting memories for residents and visitors. He also said the programme will help boost the local economy by supporting hospitality venues and seafront businesses, and thanked Bournemouth Coastal BID for helping fund the programme.
Backed by Bournemouth Coastal BID
This year’s Bournemouth programme is supported through funding from Bournemouth Coastal BID, which is investing in six weeks of displays. The BID says the fireworks are consistently highlighted by hoteliers and hospitality venues as one of the attractions visitors value most during the summer — helping encourage longer stays and additional spending.
Fiona McArthur, Head of Bournemouth Coastal BID, said the organisation is pleased to support the programme on behalf of levy-paying businesses, adding that the events help maintain Bournemouth’s reputation as one of the UK’s leading coastal destinations.
Poole Quay: music, entertainment and a 10pm finale
Poole Quay’s programme will include live music and family entertainment in the build-up to the fireworks, with the main display at 10pm.
Dates and times
Bournemouth Seafront (east of Bournemouth Pier) – fireworks at 10pm
- Friday 24 July
- Friday 31 July
- Friday 7 August
- Friday 14 August
- Friday 21 August
- Friday 28 August
Poole Quay – event starts 7pm (music & street entertainment from 7:30pm), fireworks at 10pm
- Thursday 6 August
- Thursday 13 August
- Thursday 20 August
- Thursday 27 August
- Thursday 5 November (event starts 5pm, fireworks at 8pm)
Plan ahead
Visitors are being encouraged to plan ahead, use public transport where possible, park responsibly and respect the coastline — helping keep the area safe and enjoyable for everyone.
