Your wedding day is the most wonderful day of your life. You and your spouse will be the center of attention for the whole celebration, with a lot of celebration to look forward to. From the actual ceremony to the wedding breakfast, the first dance to the toasts and embarrassing dances, the cutting of the cake, and visiting with friends and family, there is so much fun to engage with. At the end of the day, imagine if you have fireworks. You will still have something extra special to look forward to. Here is our guide to the important factors to take into account when scheduling your wedding firework display—it’s the ideal way to cap off your perfect day.
Speak to the event organizers
Once you’ve chosen your wedding venue, if you want to have fireworks, ask them about having fireworks. The majority of venues permit fireworks, but some might have restrictions on when they can be set off or only use certain firework companies. There might also be limitations on the kinds of fireworks that can be used, like not allowing fireworks that burn all the way to the ground or only allowing quiet fireworks.
Consider your surroundings
All of us enjoy watching fireworks, but horses and farm animals don’t share this sentiment. Thus, it’s a good idea to consider the surroundings of your wedding location. You can get assistance with this from a reputable fireworks company, particularly if the venue is in an urban area or if there are nearby farms or stables. You have a lot of options to choose from if there are things of that nature nearby.
Quiet or noisey?
Do you picture enormous blasts and bangs when you think of fireworks? Of course, your show can have lots of amazing, raucous bursts in the sky. However, you might want to opt for a quiet display if your venue prohibits loud fireworks or if there are a lot of kids in attendance. Think again if you’ve never heard of quiet fireworks or believe they might be a damp squib! Significant progress has been made in creating new, quieter products. Quiet fireworks can produce sounds as low as 96 dB, but they can make up for it with color, and sparkle effect.
Think of the time
The time at which your display can be fired depends on the date of your wedding. If your wedding takes place in mid-June, near the summer solstice, it’s likely that your wedding fireworks will need to be set off at approximately 10:45 p.m. This is because it’s against the law to set off fireworks after 11 p.m., unless it’s Bonfire Night or New Years Eve. You have far more options for the time of evening or night that your display can be held if your wedding is in the fall or winter. You can choose to do something later or head out in the early evening. It is therefore simpler to schedule your display around other activities such as the disco, first dance, buffet, and evening meal. Speak with your fireworks provider, and they will walk you through your options regarding the best times to fire for your particular location and wedding day.
Consider a surprise
It is truly amazing when the fireworks display surprises both the audience and the bride and groom. At the end of the evening, just when you think the day couldn’t get any better, there’s something extra to keep the guests entertained or surprise the special couple. A professional fireworks display company should be able to discreetly plan and erect a display so that the winner isn’t revealed until the DJ signals that it’s time for everyone to head outside. Brides are usually found in tears when they discover a wonderful surprise from their parents or their thoughtful groom. If you prefer to keep it under wraps, let your fireworks company know.
Make it unique
Not everyone plans fireworks for their wedding. You’re already making your wedding day a different one from others if you have fireworks. To further personalize your display, think about customizing it. Certain firework companies provide complimentary color-matching finale, ensuring that the fireworks used in your display’s grand finale complement your wedding’s color palette. They also provide the option to start the display yourself with a button press or plunger push, or you can get the initials of the bride and groom written beside a lovely burning heart.
Longer display does need not mean a better one
Although I know it’s not something you want to hear on your wedding night, a longer display doesn’t always equate to a better one when it comes to wedding fireworks. A wedding display should not last more than 8 to 10 minutes. A longer display can leave the audience disinterested. It is better to celebrate your special day with a 10-minute high-impact show that will wow your audience. You can save the 15-and-more-minute displays for bonfire nights and fireworks competitions.
Pick the right company
Make sure you choose a reputable firework company with a history of safety and excellent customer service. It’s not just about the eye-catching show. A reputable firework company will conduct a site survey at your location, provide complete liability insurance (typically up to £10 million), and outline the procedures they have in place to produce an amazing show in a variety of weather conditions (strong winds, flooded firing site, etc.). It is crucial to ensure audience safety. Your firework display company should include all of the above in the display price as standard—there should be no additional fees! It is important to choose experts in professional firework displays UK, for your firework display because not all firework companies are created equal. Your wedding is your special day.
