Fireworks in Ostend 2025

On 21 July, Belgium celebrates its national holiday – and Ostend marks the occasion with a spectacular fireworks display on the beach. End your summer day in style with a breathtaking show by the sea.

Explosive spectacle on the coast

• Date and time: Every year on 21 July at 23:00, in honour of the Belgian National Day.
• Duration: Around 15 minutes of non-stop visual spectacle and atmospheric sounds.
• Location: Groot Strand of Ostend, just south of the iconic casino.
• Magical atmosphere: The night sky above the North Sea comes alive with colourful explosions, sparkling showers and dancing patterns of light.
• Free entry: Everyone is welcome – bring a towel or chair and find a cosy spot in the sand.
• Perfect finale: Ideal after a sunny day at the beach or a dinner on the boulevard.
• Festive vibe: A lively crowd, background music, and amazed faces all around.

Let yourself be enchanted by the fireworks above the waves – with the salty sea breeze in your nose and the sound of the sea in your ears. A unique summer evening in Ostend you won’t soon forget!