Thousands of people from across the borough were at Witton Park over the weekend for the town’s biggest Bonfire Night event.
Organisers said around 10,000 people turned out on Saturday for a large fireworks display, JW Shaws Funfair and Girl Gone Rogue Live on stage.
Crowds began to build throughout the afternoon, with many families heading to Witton Park at around 6pm. People were encouraged to buy tickets in advance online, with no sales on the door.
The event, which is supported by Blackburn with Darwen Council, was organised by Ribble and Lune Active 41 Club, Blackburn Round Table and the Blackburn Lions.
Organisers said: “We would like to thank everyone for helping to make this such a great event.
“A big shout out to the charities helping us out on the night: Blackburn Samaritans, ELHT&Me, St Francis Scouts, Blackburn Sea Cadets, Blackburn & District Ladies Tangent.
“We had the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen Cllr Mahfooz Hussain, who joined the artist on stage and did the Bonfire lighting and fireworks set-off countdowns.”
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A section of Preston Old Road heading towards town was cordoned off, with people encouraged to park at Witton Park School for a charge or in Pleasington. Preston Old Road and surrounding streets remained busy through the evening.
The bonfire was also supported by Parkinson Signs, with organisers thanking local Blackburn companies which supplied the wood for the event.
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