Royal Albert Dock is set to once again brighten up the dark winter nights with the return of the spectacular Fiesta of Fire, taking place across February half-term from 15th-22nd. Providing an unforgettable family-friendly event, visitors can marvel at free fire shows, dazzling performances and a thrilling fire walk, all taking place on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront.
The festivities will take place across 6 days during the week in front of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Building, which will be illuminated red to add to the fiery aesthetics. On Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy a daytime show from a world-class street performer, and brand new for this year, Logy on Fire at 2pm, with a captivating fire and light show from Bring the Fire Project when the sun has gone down at 6.30pm.
Fresh from Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2024, Belfast-based Logy has been an entertainer since 2001, performing in countries around the world with his hugely successful fire and circus skill acts. From fire eating and fire breathing to juggling and show-stopping balancing acts, Logy’s high-energy, interactive shows are sure to leave spectators in awe.
Having recently wowed the crowds with a closing performance at the city’s Lunar New Year celebrations, Bring the Fire is returning to the dock with a truly spectacular performance, available to see on the launch weekend plus Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 6.30pm.
Blending cultural influences, dynamic choreography and world-class fire skills, the 20-minute show will take the spectators on a journey around the world, from 90s raves and Spanish tango to high-energy Kung Fu Fighting and an epic finale. Expect breath-taking fire acts, choreographed dancing and dazzling pyro-skills, including fire-throwing, flaming sword fights and much more.
Returning for the second year in a row is the highly anticipated fire walk, offering an exciting opportunity for the public to embark on a waterfront wander, and brave the hot embers with the art of fire walking on Thursday 20th February.
Thrill-seekers looking to test their mind-over-matter capabilities and take part in this exhilarating experience will endure temperatures of more than 1200°C, with only 80 spaces available on a first-come-first-serve basis via Eventbrite here.
For visitors looking to make a day of it, the dock’s impressive selection of bars and restaurants offer a range of cuisines to choose from, whether you’re looking to warm up with a take-out coffee or luxury hot chocolate. Alternatively, enjoy a pre-show dinner, with children’s menus on offer at Rosa’s Thai, The Botanist, Gusto, Miller & Carter and many more.
Visit the website for a full timetable of events.
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