Salford firework weekend returns with free family events

Salford’s annual firework weekend returns this autumn, offering free community events in “a safe, welcoming, and risk-free” environment.

Residents are invited to attend fireworks displays at Buile Hill park and then Prince’s Park in Irlam to mark the weekend before Bonfire Night.

The event begins at 4pm on November 1 at Buile Hill Park with three separate firework displays, ranging from the Little Sparks display, with low level fireworks, suitable for younger children, followed by the bigger Firecracker display and culminating in the main display at 7.30pm.

Visitors can stroll through the park along the Fire Walk, toast marshmallows in dedicated toasting pits, and enjoy the onsite funfair with rides suitable for all ages and a selection of food and drink.

In Irlam, Prince’s Park will host the second of the weekend’s events, from 5pm on Sunday November 2. There will be a traditional bonfire, two firework displays, onsite funfair and food and drink to enjoy.

Councillor Barbara Bentham, lead member for Neighbourhoods, Environment and Community Safety, said: “We’re so pleased to be bringing Salford firework weekend back for 2025.

“These events give families the chance to celebrate Bonfire Night together in a safe, welcoming environment with all the excitement of fireworks and bonfires without the risks of home displays. We’re encouraging everyone to come along, wrap up warm, and enjoy a fantastic evening in the heart of their community.”

Attendees are encouraged to use public transport to get to both events.  Limited parking at Buile Hill Park is available for £5 per car but must be pre-booked in advance via the Visit Salford website.

For more information on both events, go to – www.visitsalford.info/firework

Full timetable for Buile Hill Park event:

4:00 pm – Gates open. Funfair, Fire Walk, Fire and Light Installation and marshmallow toasting open

5:30 pm – Little Sparks Firework display. View from Little Sparks viewing area or firework viewing area one

6:30 pm – Firecracker Firework display. View from firework viewing area one

7:30 pm – Main firework show. View from firework viewing area one or two

9:00 pm – Gates close

Full timetable for Prince’s Park event:

4pm: Site, funfair and food and drink open

5.30pm: Little Sparks Firework Display