A FIREWORKS display, street performers and bicycle acrobatics will entertain visitors to Poole Quay tonight.

Families are invited to come along and enjoy an evening of free entertainment from 7pm which has been sponsored by Breeze Volkswagen as part of Poole Tourism's Wave 105 Summertime in the South event.

The Extreme Sports Channel Action Sports Display Team will be entertaining residents for the first night of the weekly event, with performances at 8pm and 9.30pm outside The Thistle Hotel. People will also be able to have a go on a range of trick cycles, browse a wide range of bike stalls and have their say on where new cycle lanes should be created in Poole.

Bruce Grant-Braham, chairman of the Poole Tourism Partnership, said: "Thanks to the continued sponsorship of Breeze Volkswagen and the Quay businesses, everyone can enjoy six weeks of superb family entertainment for free.

"Each week features a different line up followed by amazing fireworks, so come on down, make the most of your summer and support local businesses."

Cyclists of all ages are invited to decorate their bikes or scooters for the Bling Your Bike competition, with all entrants taking part in a procession, before the winner is announced at 8.40pm.

John Corderoy, managing director of Breeze Volkswagen, said: "Summer Breeze is a fantastic event that epitomises the very best Poole has to offer.

"With great music, a fabulous family atmosphere and a wonderful location, it has built a terrific reputation. There is no better way to unwind on a glorious summer evening and we are really proud to support something that is enjoyed by so many visitors and local people."

Kids' entertainer Jamie Jigsaw will be teaching families how to juggle, spin plates, use a diabolo and try ribbon twirling, while there will also be rides, bouncy castle, live music and dancing.

It will culminate in a fireworks display over the Quay which is due to start at 10pm, with the event running every Thursday evening until the end of August.