The return of Hertfordshire’s largest free fireworks show to Cassiobury Park has been confirmed.

Onlookers were wowed by last year’s event, which is estimated to attract more than 40,000 people to the park year, and they can look forward to a similar display in 2024.

Here is everything you need to know after the details were confirmed this afternoon.

When does Cassiobury Fireworks 2024 start?

The event will start at 6pm on Saturday, November 2, with a range of entertainment and stalls to enjoy, before the fireworks start lighting up the sky from 7.30pm.

Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023.Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023. (Image: Sam Potter)

What else will be on offer?

Vibe 107.6FM will be hosting live music on stage, with local band Pat and the Butchers performing.

Kids’ funfair rides, bungee trampolines, and a bouncy slide will be available to enjoy, as well as a range of food and drink outlets.

Watford Lions Club and other volunteers will be collecting donations for local charities.

Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023.Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023. (Image: Tim Constable)

How much does entry cost?

The event will be completely free, although donations are encouraged.

Visit the event JustGiving page to make a donation here

How do I get to Cassiobury Fireworks 2024?

The main postcode for the park is WD18 7LG and the nearest station is Watford Underground station – although Watford Junction and Watford High Street are also within a mile.

Several bus routes, including the 352, stop nearby.

Watford Borough Council is encouraging the use of public transport or Beryl Bikes, which should be parked in a Beryl Bay or another “considerate place”.

Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023.Watford Observer Camera Club picture from Cassiobury Fireworks 2023. (Image: Stephen Smith)

Where can I park near Cassiobury Fireworks 2024?

Those who do drive to the park should note that there will be no parking in the Gade Avenue car park from 3pm - except for a limited number of blue badge spaces operating on a first come, first served basis.

There will be parking restrictions in place for surrounding roads from 7am to 11pm.

CitiPark Gade in Rosslyn Road and The Avenue and Town Hall car parks in Hempstead Road are also nearby.