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Walsall Fireworks Spectacular set to light up the Arboretum on Saturday 7th November 2026

7 November
Whats on in Walsall. Fireworks at Walsall Arboretum 2026

Walsall Arboretum is set to come alive Saturday 7th November 2026 as Walsall Council’s Fireworks Spectacular brings an evening of live entertainment, fairground fun, food and a spectacular fireworks display to the town.

Taking place at Walsall Arboretum, this family-friendly event will welcome visitors from 5pm, with the entertainment getting underway from 5.30pm before the evening culminates in a fireworks display at 7.30pm.

The event will be hosted by popular Black Country presenter Dicky Dodd, who will keep the crowds entertained throughout the evening.

Music will be a major part of this year’s event, with Slady, the all-female tribute to legendary rock band Slade, taking to the main stage as the headline live act.

The supporting entertainment programme will also feature rising local artist Nayra J, who has been building a growing following with his music celebrating his Walsall roots.

As the evening builds towards the Firework show produced by UK Fireworks taking to the skies at 7.30pm.

Alongside the live entertainment, visitors can enjoy a traditional fairground, with rides opening from 5pm, as well as a wide selection of food and drink available throughout the evening.

Event timings

  • 5pm – Gates open
  • 5pm – Fairground and food concessions open
  • 5.30pm – Live stage entertainment begins
  • 6.45pm–7.25pm – Slady live on stage
  • 7.30pm – Fireworks display by UK Fireworks
  • 9pm – Fairground closes

Food and drink concessions will operate into the evening while there is customer demand, up to approximately 9pm.

Event timings are subject to operational change.

The event is advance ticket only and tickets must be purchased before attending. Tickets will not be available to purchase on the night.

  • Adult (16+) – £9.50
  • Child (4–15) – £7.50
  • Family ticket – £28
  • Under 3 – £1

A family ticket admits either two adults and two children, or one adult and three children.

Every person attending requires a valid ticket, including children under three. The £1 Under 3 ticket helps the Council manage the event’s safe capacity and overall visitor experience.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18 or over.

Tickets and further event information are available through the Council’s event booking information. https://www.ticketsource.com/healthyspaces

Taken from the website of Walsall Council – click here to go to page.

Venue

  • Walsall Arboretum
  • Walsall Arboretum
    Walsall, WS12QB Walsall
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