UK's biggest council-run fireworks display in West Midlands celebrating 50 years - full details
The event is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 and is set to be bigger than ever.
The UK's largest council-run fireworks display is taking place at Himley Hall near Dudley - and this year it celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Himley Fireworks features a 30 minute fireworks display that's choreographed to music, together with a night market, funfair, live entertainment and a silent disco.
Taking place on November 7, gates open at 4.30pm and the fireworks happen at 8.30pm.
Here’s everything you need to know about the event.
What to expect
- 30-minute fireworks display choreographed to music
- BBC Radio WM presenter Ed James
- Word of Mouth DJ set
- Giant funfair
- Live entertainment
- Night market
- Food and beverages
- Large screen
- Silent disco and bars on premium viewing area
- Sensory room for children who need a quiet space for a time during the event, hosted by SENstation
How much are tickets?
There are a selection of tickets including standard, premium viewing and hall access.
Transport and car parking
Shuttle bus
A shuttle bus, operated by National Express and Diamond buses, is set to run to and from locations across Dudley borough for event ticket holders costing £1 each way.
Key pick up locations include Dudley, Stourbridge and Halesowen bus stations, Kingswinford Cross, Quarry Bank High Street, Sedgley Bull Ring, Roseville in Coseley, Wombourne Church, Cradley Railway Station and Waterfront East car park at Merry Hill.
Details of the full shuttle bus routes will be available soon.
A limited park and ride service is available at Col's car boot sale field, which is located between Sandiacre farm shop and Waggon & Horses pub on the B4176 Himley-by-pass.
Free shuttle buses will run from the location every 12 minutes and people can search for Sat Nav Postcode DY3 4LN us use the App What Three Words ///olive.cried.funny.
The parking costs £6 per vehicle, which must be paid on the day by cash or card.
Spaces cannot be pre-booked and are on a first come, first served basis.
Limited car parking on site at Himley Hall costs £10 per vehicle.
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