Christchurch Carnival FIREWORKS 2026
Schedule
Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:20 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Christchurch Quay AKA The Quomps | Christchurch, EN
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SAVE THE DATE for this year's FREE Summer Firework Spectacular in the heart of Christchurch, Dorset. Join us on 15th August and light up your summer evening with spectacular colours twirling through the night sky.Organised by Christchurch Carnival and sponsored by Christchurch BID.
The Christchurch Carnival brings a party atmosphere to Christchurch Quay with live music including TAYLOR SWIFT & GREEN DAY headline tribute acts, entertainment, climbing wall, fairground rides, delicious food, bars and family fun before finishing with a summer firework finale over the river at 9:30pm.
THIS IS A FREE EVENT - NO TICKETS REQUIRED
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MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!
Make the most of the Summer holidays and book a weekend break to Christchurch. The Carnival runs over 3 days so there is plenty on offer to entertain the whole family in the lead up to the firework display.
With some beautiful hotels in the heart of Christchurch, we would thoroughly recommend checking out the 4* Captains Club Hotel & Spa, dog friendly with spectacular views of the river and fireworks, The Kings Arms Hotel, offering a prime viewing point for the Sunday street parade and The Travelodge in the centre of the town perfect for a kid friendly break.
Whether you have forgotten suncream or need a spot of retail therapy you will find everything you need just in under 5 minutes walk from the Quay.
Looking for some beautiful boutique shopping, souvenirs, or home wear? Check out Alex & Us, Kimmeridge, Jaylo Boutique and Ye Old 8 Bells in Church Street. Castle Sounds, Mathews Shoes, Eden Home, Bookends, Made in Italy, Christchurch Jewellers and Hamiltons in The High Street.
Other useful local amenities that can be found in the town centre: Marks & Spencers, Waitrose, Iceland, Boots inc. pharmacy & opticians, Superdrug, Lloyds Bank, Santander, Nationwide, Super Pets, SmartFixx, The Works, Specsavers, Raxworthys.
The firework spectacular is always hugely popular, perfect for adding a little sparkle to the end of a summer's day. We hope to see you there!
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HOW TO GET HERE:
Location Christchurch Quay, bh231BU
What:Three:Words - WEEDY : GOLD : MUDDY
More Bus:
The 1A, 1B, 1C, 33, (Bournemouth) 24 (Fairmile) X1, X2 (New Milton, Lymington, Highcliffe) and 125 (Burley, Ringwood, Winkton) buses will get you into Christchurch. Get off at The High Street, follow directions to The Priory Church, follow the road around onto the Quay.
Car Parking:
Priory Car Park - Quay Rd, Christchurch BH23 1BY, What:Three:Words - JUMP : GAMES : CLOTH
Wick Lane Car Park - Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1HT, What:Three:Words - APRON : NOISY : VOTES
Mayors Mead Car Park - Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1NY, What:Three:Words - TOWN : MINT : RADIO
Willow Way Car Park - Willow Way, Christchurch BH23 1NU, What:Three:Words - TREES : FUND : COOL
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Where is it happening?
Christchurch Quay AKA The Quomps, 12 Queens Avenue, Christchurch, BH23 1BZ, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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