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Weeknd’s Wembley Fireworks Go Ahead Despite Wildfire Alert

8/17/2026

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The Weeknd’s Wembley show on August 14, 2026 featured fireworks despite a UK wildfire alert.
The alert warned against fireworks, barbecues or firepits because a flame could spark a wildfire.
Wembley officials said they met police and London Fire Brigade and called the pyrotechnics a controlled show.
The After Hours Til Dawn Tour has become the highest-grossing male solo artist tour, exceeding $1 billion (£740 million) in revenue.

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The Weeknd’s Wembley show on August 14, 2026 featured fireworks despite a UK wildfire alert.
The alert warned against fireworks, barbecues or firepits because a flame could spark a wildfire.
Wembley officials said they met police and London Fire Brigade and called the pyrotechnics a controlled show.
The After Hours Til Dawn Tour has become the highest-grossing male solo artist tour, exceeding $1 billion (£740 million) in revenue.