Local Businesses Back Airbourne Fireworks Return

Fireworks will return to Eastbourne Airshow this August thanks to backing from local businesses.

The annual Airbourne firework finale regularly attracts thousands of spectators and is being made possible this year thanks to sponsorship from idverde, Elite Medical, Eastbourne Hospitality Association and Frontier Fireworks.  

The glittering display on Sunday 17 August will mark the end of four days of incredible flying displays and will take place at the Wish Tower beach from 9pm.

The countdown begins beforehand with Radio Airbourne 87.7FM, sponsored by Caffyns, and they will be getting the party started with music on the seafront from 8pm.

Chris Verheyden, Artistic Director of Frontier Fireworks said, "Frontier Fireworks are going to close this year's Airbourne airshow in style with a completely new display for Sunday evening.

“We have designed a large array of new bespoke fireworks for this year’s season and are so excited to bring you our new sequences, with Airbourne fans being the first audience to see our brand new fireworks for the season ahead. We cannot wait to see you all on the beach and around the promenade having a great time."

Spectators can look forward to displays of up to 700ft including shooting stars which change direction as they race multiple colours across the sky! New flourishes for this year include vibrant orange and Tutti Frutti themed displays, red howling and silver crackling burst cakes and Frontier Fireworks’ signature crackling Dragon Eggs – this year featuring new designs.

Darren Pillar, Operations Director at idverde said “We’re incredibly proud to sponsor the Airbourne 2025 Fireworks Finale. At idverde, we’re passionate about supporting the communities we work in—from enhancing school play areas and church grounds to lighting up the skies over Eastbourne. It’s a joy to be part of something that brings people together and celebrates the spirit of this amazing town.”

Eastbourne Borough Council’s Lead Member for Tourism & Place, Cllr Jenny Williams said, “The fireworks are a magnificent highlight in the Airbourne programme and another reason for visitors to stay into the evening and contribute further to the local economy, enjoying all that Eastbourne’s hospitality businesses have to offer.

“Our thanks go to all of the businesses supporting this year’s show. It is only with your help that Airbourne can continue to take flight.”

In addition to Sunday’s fireworks display, Eastbourne Bandstand will be hosting tribute shows over the Airbourne weekend with performances paying homage to the Spice Girls on Thursday evening, Queen on Friday night and ELO on Saturday evening.

For the ultimate Top Gun experience, a brand new Afterburn Party on Saturday 16 August will bring full throttle live music to the Town Hall at an official after party organised by Eastbourne Music Fest.

On Sunday evening airshow sponsors, the Lansdowne Hotel, will treat diners in their 1912 restaurant to the vocal talents of singer Tom Fitzpatrick, while The View wrap up Airbourne with a Fireworks Carvery from the hotel’s restaurant and terrace. Tickets for all Bandstand, Afterburn and The View Hotel events are on sale now.

Airbourne returns from 14 – 17 August and entry is free. The flying line-up at the UK’s Best Free Airshow* includes the RAF Red Arrows, Typhoon, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Tutor, Royal Navy Black Cats, Norwegian Vampire, Strikemaster, Jet Provost, Rich Goodwin Jet Pitts, Mélanie Astles Extra 330, Stampe Formation Team, Rolls-Royce Spitfire, P51-D Mustang ‘Moonbeam’ and a solo display from the Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers.

For the best views of all the flying, fans can book a premium spot in front of all the action with a choice of grandstand and promenade seating or hospitality options which include The Departure Lounge viewing enclosure with a premium barbecue and drinks package, all in an informal garden setting.

Fans can also join the Supporters Club for limited edition merchandise and VIP toilet access. Younger fans can collect an exclusive goody bag from the Air Bears when they join the Air Bear Club – proceeds from the sale of both clubs support the flying displays at the show.

Airbourne 2025 is supported by Gold Sponsor – Trafalgar Theatres, plus support from Brufords, Cloud Connx, Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce, EDEAL, Eastbourne Hospitality Association, Elite Medical, Environment First, Euro Self Drive, Frontier Fireworks, idverde, Lansdowne Hotel, More Radio, Neighbourhood First, Pureprint, PRG Marketing Communications Ltd, Stagecoach, The View Hotel, VisitEastbourne and Your Eastbourne BID.

Also supporting the show is Caffyns – the Eastbourne Airshow Official Pilot Transfer Sponsor dealership - providing net zero emissions pilot and logistic vehicles.

Fans can support the show now with a one off donation or a monthly pledge from as little as £2 a month at www.SaveAirbourne.com, with all proceeds supporting the show.

For more information or to book hospitality, seating, parking, club membership, to order a programme or make a donation visit www.EastbourneAirshow.com.