GlobalFest Brazil show postponed due to risk of thunderstorm

GlobalFest'sopeningnight fireworks have been postponed because of an "ominous weather forecast."

Brazil's presentation, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been moved to Friday.

Environment Canada has forecast a 30 per cent chance of showers in the afternoon and early evening Thursday with risk of a thunderstorm.

No refunds or exchanges are being offered, but those who have bought tickets for the Aug. 18 show will be allowed to enter Elliston Park on Friday, the organization said in a statement.

GlobalFest, beganin2003 andisCalgary's very own international fireworks festival.

This year's presentation schedule is as follows:

• Brazil, Friday
• Chile, Saturday
• Mexico, Tuesday, Aug.23
• USA, Thursday, Aug.25
• Finale, Saturday, Aug.27