AEW is scheduled to hold its 2026 All In: London pay-per-view (PPV) event on Sunday, August 30th, at Wembley Stadium in London, England. Fans expect that an event of this magnitude will feature not only the usual explosive entrances for top characters but also a significant pyro blast to kick off the show and possibly a grand fireworks display to conclude the evening, especially if home-country hero Will Ospreay claims victory in the main event.
However, this year may be different due to the ongoing heatwaves and droughts in England, prompting the government to issue warnings against using fireworks. The latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter highlighted the warning, stating, “Residents, landowners and visitors should not undertake any activity that could start a fire, including disposable barbecues, fire pits, garden incinerators or fireworks.” Wembley Stadium, which could be categorized as a “landowner,” faced criticism for permitting fireworks during a show by The Weeknd.
In response, a Wembley representative stated that they held discussions with the police and fire department, and issued a statement indicating, “The firework display was a controlled performance, delivered within the Wembley Stadium footprint and subject to the stadium’s established safety procedures. All pyrotechnics at Wembley are designed, operated and managed by specialist professionals in accordance with the stadium’s pyrotechnics policy. The stadium also has a team of fire safety experts on site for every event.”
The local council has noted, “Given the government’s emergency alert, we sought and have received assurances from Wembley Stadium about its approach to fireworks during this event, including consulting with the London Fire Brigade.” While this is not a confirmation that fireworks will be used—large corporations can often secure exceptions—it does indicate that whatever approach is taken will be coordinated with local authorities. Additionally, alternatives such as confetti poppers and balloons are always available.
