Mark your calendar — the town of Maldon is gearing up for a major community event. On Saturday, 1 November 2025, the Maldon Annual Firework Display will light up the skies above Promenade Park.
Key details
- Location: Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon CM9 5JQ.
- Gates open: 5:30 pm.
- Music begins: approx 6:00 pm.
- Bonfire lit: approx 7:00 pm.
- Firework display: begins approx 7:30 pm.
- Ticketed event: Adults ~£9; Children (over 5) ~£7; Under 5s free. Family tickets available.
- Parking areas: White Horse Lane (CM9 5QP), Maldon District Council Offices (CM9 5DL), High Street East (CM9 5RU), Butt Lane (CM9 5HD), Friary Fields (CM9 5BY), Lower Plume School (CM9 5JA).
What to expect
This is not a small village display — it’s one of Maldon’s major annual events, combining spectacle, community spirit and charitable fundraising. According to reports, thousands of people gathered in previous years. Read more here
Highlights include:
- A bonfire near the amphitheatre area — offering a warm focal point.
- Full music soundtrack synced with the fireworks (the organising team uses professional display crews).
- Food and drinks stalls: “Winter Warmers Bar” serving mulled wine, spiced cider; award-winning Maldon sausages, hot dogs and other concessions.
- Well-managed parking with multiple lot options and accessible facilities — although disabled parking within the main park is very limited.
- A strong community / charity aspect: the event is organised by the Rotary Club of Maldon and previous proceeds have supported local causes.
Why attend and how to make the most of it
Arrive early: With gates opening at 5:30 pm, arriving earlier will help secure good viewing spots and parking.
Dress warmly: Evening in late October/early November in Essex can get chilly, especially standing outdoors.
Bring lights or glow-sticks: Some stalls sell them; enhanced ambient lighting adds to the experience from dusk.
Plan for refreshments: The range of food & drink offerings means you can treat it like a mini-festival outing rather than just a display.
Accessibility: If you need disabled parking, check the specific designated lot early — spaces are limited.
Family friendly: With children free under 5 and timed—arriving early gives time for the bonfire and food before the big display.
What it means for local Maldon businesses
Although the focus of the night is the fireworks and community gathering, local businesses can tap into the buzz in a few ways:
- Being visible online and ready for increased local footfall or web traffic.
- Using event-specific landing pages/promotions: e.g., “Join us before/after the fireworks”, “fire-night specials”, “parking and dining deals”.
- Ensuring your website is mobile and user-friendly (as many visitors will check from their phones while out and about).
- This is where professional web design matters, particularly for local Maldon-based companies who want to look polished and ready when the town’s spotlight is on.
In summary
Don’t miss the Maldon Annual Firework Display at Promenade Park on 1 November. It combines community spirit, dazzling visuals and a festive atmosphere. Whether you’re attending as a family, a couple or a local business, this is one of Maldon’s flagship autumn events — perfect for enjoying the evening and for local enterprises to position themselves with a proud “we’re in Maldon” identity.
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