Get ready for an explosive evening of community family fun as Firework Night returns to Valentine Primary School in Sholing on Sunday 1st November 2026! Located on Valentine Avenue in Southampton (SO19 8EQ), the gates open at 5:00 PM GMT with festivities running through to 7:15 PM. Presented by the Valentine Primary School PTFA, the evening features two separate pyrotechnic displays by Flashpoint Fireworks—a 6:00 PM Low-Noise Display ideal for younger children or sensitive ears, followed by the grand 6:45 PM Main Display. Visitors can enjoy an array of local food traders including hot food, crepes, churros, candy floss, popcorn, and a fire truck bar, alongside a Slime Bar, craft stalls, and light-up novelties. Tickets are priced at £7.00 for Adults, £5.00 for Children, and £25.00 for Family Tickets, with toddlers under 3 admitted free of charge!
Firework Night Schedule & Display Timings
Event timings and display schedule at Valentine Primary School:
- Event Date: Sunday 1st November 2026.
- Gates Open: 5:00 PM GMT.
- Low-Noise Firework Display: 6:00 PM GMT (designed for younger children and sensitive ears).
- Loud Noise Main Display: 6:45 PM GMT (the grand pyrotechnic main display).
- Event Finish: 7:15 PM GMT.
What to Expect at Firework Night
Key highlights and attractions at this community fireworks event:
- Two Spectacular Fireworks Displays: Expertly choreographed pyrotechnics by Flashpoint Fireworks, featuring both low-noise and main displays.
- WR Engine 44 Fire Truck Bar: A unique mobile bar service operating out of a real converted fire engine.
- Delicious Hot Food & Sweet Treats: Hot food stalls, fresh crepes, churros, candy floss, popcorn, and baked goods from Alesha’s Bakes.
- Fun Family Stalls: Slime Bar, fidget toy stalls, handmade crafts, and pocket money prize stalls.
- Light-Up Novelties: Official PTFA light-up toys and novelties available to purchase on site.
Firework Night Ticket Prices & Admission
Ticket categories and pricing details:
- Adult Ticket (17+): £7.00 per person.
- Child Ticket (3–16 yrs): £5.00 per person.
- Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children): £25.00 package price.
- Under 3s Ticket: Free admission (an E-Ticket must still be booked).
- Ticket Format: Digital E-Tickets provided upon booking.
Valentine Primary School Address
Location and travel information for Valentine Primary School:
Valentine Primary School Location
Valentine Primary School, Valentine Avenue, Sholing, Southampton, Hampshire SO19 8EQ.
How to Get to Valentine Primary School
- By Car: Located off Middle Road or Portsmouth Road in Sholing, accessible via the A3024 / Northam Bridge or Itchen Bridge from central Southampton.
- By Rail: Sholing train station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the school grounds.
- By Bus: Local Bluestar and First Bus routes stop along Middle Road and Portsmouth Road within short walking distance of Valentine Avenue.
School Facilities & Accessibility
Venue amenities and accessibility features:
- Facilities: Outdoor event grounds, outdoor toilet facilities, food court area, and PTFA merchandise stalls.
- Accessibility: Level access onto school grounds and viewing areas for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Valentine Primary School Parking
Parking options for visitors attending Firework Night:
- On-Street Parking: Parking on site is restricted; visitors are advised to utilize nearby residential street parking along Valentine Avenue and surrounding roads in Sholing, parking respectfully of local residents.
- Public Transport & Walking: Local residents and nearby families are encouraged to travel on foot or use local bus services where possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Firework Night at Valentine Primary School taking place?
- The event takes place on Sunday 1st November 2026, with gates opening at 5:00 PM GMT and running until 7:15 PM GMT.
- Where is the event located?
- The event is held on the grounds of Valentine Primary School, located on Valentine Avenue, Sholing, Southampton, Hampshire (SO19 8EQ).
- What time are the fireworks displays?
- There are two displays: a Low-Noise Firework Display at 6:00 PM GMT (ideal for younger children or sensitive ears) and a Loud-Noise Main Display at 6:45 PM GMT.
- How much are tickets for the event?
- Adult tickets (17+) are £7.00, Child tickets (3–16 yrs) are £5.00, and Family tickets (2 Adults & 3 Children) are £25.00. Children under 3 enter free of charge.
- Do toddlers under 3 need a ticket?
- Yes, children under 3 enter free of charge, but a free Under 3 E-Ticket must still be booked in advance.
- What food and drink will be available on site?
- Food stalls include hot meals, fresh crepes, churros, candy floss, popcorn, and sweet treats from Alesha’s Bakes, plus drinks served from the WR Engine 44 Fire Truck Bar.
- What attractions and stalls will be at the event?
- Visitors can enjoy a Slime Bar, fidget toy stalls, handmade crafts, pocket money stalls, and official PTFA light-up novelties.
- Who presents and organises Firework Night?
- The event is organised and presented by the Valentine Primary School PTFA, with fireworks by Flashpoint Fireworks.
- Is parking available on site at the school?
- On-site parking is restricted. Visitors are asked to use residential street parking nearby along Valentine Avenue and surrounding Sholing roads, parking responsibly, or walk/use public transport.
- Where is the nearest train station?
- Sholing railway station is the closest train station, located approximately a 15-minute walk from the school grounds.