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What if it rains on Bonfire Night 2017? How to beat the elements on 5th November

What if it rains on Bonfire Night 2017? How to beat the elements on 5th November

Bonfire Night happens in November, so realistically – there’s a very good chance that it could be a wet, cold and windy evening. It may turn out to be dry and clear, the perfect conditions for fireworks. As an event organiser, you need to prepare for every possible weather-related scenario. Just because it rains, it […]
5 essential things you need for the perfect Bonfire Night

5 essential things you need for the perfect Bonfire Night

Not long now! Bonfire Night is nearly upon us, so now’s the time to start planning your special night. If you’re having an event at home, here are the 5 essentials you need for the perfect party… Fireworks! We wouldn’t be 1st Galaxy Fireworks if we didn’t put fabulous fireworks at the very top of […]
Lasers, live music and burning effigies – how to make Bonfire Night 2017 REALLY special

Lasers, live music and burning effigies – how to make Bonfire Night 2017 REALLY special

It’s a little way off, but there’s no time like the present to start planning a truly special event for this year’s Bonfire Night on 5th November. If you’re tired of the usual sparklers and underwhelming bonfire, why not try something a bit different? Here are 4 unique ideas to make this year’s Guy Fawkes […]
Why fireworks are the perfect choice for corporate events

Why fireworks are the perfect choice for corporate events

Fireworks are the ideal choice for all sorts of celebrations, but they can also be the icing on the cake for corporate events. Whether you’re planning a product launch, conference, networking event or other celebration, fireworks are exactly the spectacle you need to create a memorable moment. Here are just a handful of the many […]
The world’s most spectacular fireworks displays – which is the biggest, best and loudest?

The world’s most spectacular fireworks displays – which is the biggest, best and loudest?

When it comes to fireworks, we’re always looking for the biggest, best and loudest – but which of the many jaw-dropping displays around the world takes the title of most spectacular? Let’s run down 10 of the best, including record holders and NYE celebrations… The grand opening of the Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai. When […]
10 things you need to photograph fireworks like a pro

10 things you need to photograph fireworks like a pro

Capturing fireworks on camera is not as easy as you may think. The human eye may see every glorious colour and sparkling effect very clearly against the night sky, but what comes out on camera is a confusing blur. So, what’s going wrong? Let’s take a closer look at the 10 things you need for […]
The chemistry behind explosively beautiful fireworks

The chemistry behind explosively beautiful fireworks

We’ve all seen fireworks displays, and many of us have even set off these popular pyrotechnics before. But have you ever wondered what makes them go bang, or how all of those colours, sparks and amazing effects are created? It’s all down to clever use of chemistry. Early fireworks The very first recorded use of […]
Fireworks and the summer solstice – is it too light to hold a display?

Fireworks and the summer solstice – is it too light to hold a display?

Fireworks and a pitch-black sky are a match made in heaven. The contrast between the bright lights and the darkness of the night-time sky makes the colours of fireworks really pop, and it’s what makes displays so very special. Now that the year’s longest day, the summer solstice, is nearly upon us – does this […]
3 useful tips to stop smoke ruining your fireworks display

3 useful tips to stop smoke ruining your fireworks display

One of the reasons that fireworks are so impressive is the contrast between the beautiful lights and colours and the darkness of the night sky. Clarity, contrast and definition are crucial to the success of a display, which is why smoke is a fireworks planner’s worst nightmare. Smoke can obscure the effects of the fireworks […]
Specialist vs. seasonal fireworks suppliers – which one to choose

Specialist vs. seasonal fireworks suppliers – which one to choose

There are many reasons why we at 1st Galaxy advise customers always to buy their fireworks from a specialist supplier rather than a seasonal seller or a supermarket, and not only because we ourselves offer a specialist fireworks service. Not many people realise that the companies they buy their fireworks from around Bonfire Night or […]