Must Have Fireworks For Your Party

What do birthday parties, wedding anniversaries, religious celebrations and national festivities all have in common? They all benefit from the inclusion of fireworks. Using fireworks at your party is one of the easiest ways to turn it into a memorable event, and choosing the right fireworks will leave your guests impressed and excited for your next event.   There are a number of considerations to make before you purchase your firework, and doing so will ensure you choose the products best suited for your party, and no safety risks are posed.    Fireworks were originally invented by the Chinese over a thousand years ago to accompany their religious and national celebrations, and in the years since have become synonymous with night time social events that are of some importance. Fireworks provide an entertaining visual and audio effect that will captivate and delight your guests, and the majority of these products are sold for very reasonable prices.       

Most Popular Fireworks

There is a large market for fireworks today, and multiple companies to choose from.   

Rockets

The oldest form of firework and easily the most popular, rockets are attached to a long stick which is pressed into the ground to keep the rocket straight and pointed skyward. The fuse is lit and the firework shoots off high into the sky before exploding into a dazzling shower of colours. Rockets also produce an audio effect, so keep this in mind if you have pets or very small children.  

Roman Candle

Another popular type of firework, the roman candle is a stationary item that when lit emits a number of colourful sparks about fifteen foot into the air. As this firework remains on the ground, it is important to make sure that there is ample space between the firework and the observers. Roman candles can be bought in a number of variations, offering you a choice on how many shots are fired, how high the sparks rise, and the colour of the sparks.   

Selection Boxes

A lot of people choose to buy firework selection boxes, as these offer them a number of different fireworks to choose from at an excellent price. If the party is more of a low key event then you might be better off buying a selection box, but keep in mind that the fireworks contained in these boxes are smaller than their individual counterparts.   

Searching for Your Fireworks

There are a large number of retailers selling fireworks today, and these products can be very easily obtained. However, I recommend that you avoid buying from your local store and instead buy from a reputable online seller such as Fireworks Crazy. Fireworks can be dangerous, and if the products are mishandled or are faulty they can cause serious harm.   Buying from trusted sellers ensures that the products are well made, and pose no additional safety risks.   

Safety

As fireworks contain an explosive element, it is extremely important that you follow the precautions printed on the side of the packaging and ensure the safety of those present. Never light a firework indoors, and never let a minor light one. Pets should be kept indoors as the audio aspect can prove to be very distressing for them.

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Nidia Guerra is an events planner who has years of experience working with town councils. In her free time she enjoys talking her dog Bruno for walks in the countryside.