Swansea Council Fireworks Display

Get ready, fireworks enthusiasts and film aficionados—this is the night you’ve been waiting for! The much-anticipated Swansea Council Fireworks Display is making its grand return, and it’s pulling out all the stops with a cinematic flair! Circle November 5th on your calendar and prepare for an awe-inspiring ‘Night at the Movies’ themed fireworks spectacle at the iconic St Helen’s Ground!

Swansea Council Fireworks: A Night to Remember

Remember the fun on Swansea Beach? Well, this iconic Swansea Council Fireworks event is changing venues again! The council is taking it back to the good ol’ St Helen’s Ground and yes, it’s also going back to being a ticketed event as well.

Lights, Camera, Action!

Gates swing open at 5pm, and what better way to make an entrance than to a movie-themed serenade from the Penclawdd Brass Band? The pre-show kicks off at 5.30pm, featuring glow entertainers, walkabout acts, and performances that’ll make you feel like you’re on a Hollywood set.

A Star-Studded Cast

The kids will be starstruck! Expect surprise visits from Barbie, Spider-Man, Batman with his Batmobile, Wonder Woman, and even Star Wars faves like Boba Fett and Darth Vader. And shhh… we’ve heard that some dinosaurs from Jurassic Park might also roam around.

Fireworks and Film Scores

At 7pm, the main event lights up the Swansea sky. Imagine fireworks choreographed to your favourite movie tunes! It’s going to be, in a word, epic.

Munch and Crunch

You won’t go hungry; there’ll be plenty of food and drink vendors on-site. So yes, you can totally have that cinematic experience with popcorn and soda.

Grab Your Tickets

You can swipe them in advance for a neat discount. Adults are £4, kids and concessions are £3, and families can get in for just £10! If you wait till the day of, and prices go up a tad to Adults £5, kids and concessions £4 and family tickets will be £15. Buying your tickets is a breeze—just head to the Swansea Council website.

Road Closure Info Made Easy

There are going to be road closures so that everyone can enjoy the ‘Night at the Movies’ without a hitch. Closures will be kept to a bare minimum with some roads will be temporarily closed between 4pm and 9pm. Traffic’s expected to be bustling, so do factor in some extra travel time.

The Basic Closures

Gorse Lane: Redirect your ride via Mumbles Road, Guildhall Road South, Francis Street, and King Edward Road. Yep, this route works both ways!

Bryn Road: If you’re between Osborne Terrace and King Edward Road, opt for Osborne Terrace, Brynmill Avenue, St Albans Road, Finsbury Terrace, Marlborough Road, and Rhyddings Park Road as your alternative path.

King Edward Road: Closures are between Rhyddings Park Road and Gorse Lane.

Finsbury Terrace: The stretch between Bryn Road and Brynmill Crescent will be closed.

And heads up! Entry to Brynmill Crescent, Pantycelyn Road, Taliesyn Road, and Ceiriog Road is for emergency services and local residents only.

Quick 30-min Closure 

From 7:15pm to 7:45pm, Mumbles Road will be shut between Brynmill Lane and Guildhall Road South (going both East and West) to help everyone leave smoothly.

Parking Notices

Avoid parking along Oystermouth Road between St Helens Road and Argyle Street from 5:30pm to 8:30pm unless you fancy your car being towed!

Where to Park

Wondering where to park your wheels for the big ‘Night at the Movies’ fireworks show? We’ve got all the deets you need to make it smooth sailing—or should we say, smooth parking?

General Parking Info

All event car parks swing open their gates at 4pm.

It’s a ‘pay-on-arrival’ kind of deal, so bring some cash or your card.

Just so you know, no Cinderella moments are allowed—the car parks aren’t open overnight!

Accessibility is Key

There are limited accessible parking spots in every car park, and they’re up for grabs on a first-come, first-served basis.

Special Spot for Disabled Parking

Swing by Victoria Park for dedicated disabled parking spaces. You can access this via the entrance on Francis Street.

Your Car Park Choices:

Recreation Ground Car Park
Cost: £5 per vehicle
Location: SA2 0AU
Surface: Good ol’ gravel
Opening Time: 4pm

Civic Centre West Car Park
Cost: £5 per vehicle
Location: SA1 3SN~
Surface: Smooth tarmac
Opening Time: 4pm

Guildhall Car Park
Cost: £5 per vehicle
Location: SA1 4PE
Surface: Tarmac all the way
Opening Time: 4pm

Lacrosse Field Car Park
Cost: £5 per vehicle
Location: SA2 0AU
Surface: Lush grass
Opening Time: 4pm

Don’t forget, the roads will be closed, so check out the parking and travel info online before you head over. Arrive early, grab the best spots, and let’s make this a blockbuster night!

Don’t want to risk forgetting? Hit the ‘Add to Calendar’ button at the top of this page. Boom! You’re all set.

Looking for more family-friendly action in the area? Well, you’re in luck! Check out our ‘What’s on in West Wales’ page for more awesome local events. Trust us, it’s worth a click.

The Swansea Council Fireworks display is all set to wow you, as it promises to be a night for the memory books!