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WHAT: Catch a Falling Star

WHERE: Appleton, Wisconsin

WHEN: Saturday 7^th August 2010

HOW MUCH: $10 per ticket

The Pyrotechnics Guild International annual event begins on Saturday 7^th August 2010. This is the world’s premier convention of fireworks enthusiasts and plays host to some of the most impressive displays in the world. Including Guinness World Record Breakers!

This event is famous for attracting members of the guild from around the world and there is plenty to see and do including building and firing your own fireworks, learning seminars and instructional How To’s and of course, bearing witness to some of the most incredible fireworks in the world.

The Pyrotechnics Guild International has been around since 1969 and was founded by Max P. Vander Horck, who was a publisher of a monthly fireworks newsletter called “American Pyrotechnist.”

The PGI was born in order to educate and inform the masses, the media, and the government about the safe use of fireworks and ensure that fireworks would be there for all to enjoy forevermore.

There are now over 3,500 members and growing stronger. The PGI annual meets continue to be one of the most impressive gatherings of pyrotechnists anywhere in the world, except of course, when the Epic Fireworks team have their lunch break.

Here it is, the fireworks from the world cup 2010 celebrations as Spain clinch victory from the Dutch.

Brilliant fireworks from the Soccer City Stadium where the final was played out. Spain won in the end (as if you didn’t know) but who cares about the football. Show us the fireworks!

WHAT: Macys Fireworks Display 2010

WHERE: The Hudson River, NYC

WHEN: 4^th July, Independence Day

WHAT TIME: 9:20 pm

BEST VIEWS: See below

This year the best fireworks display in America will illuminate the sky above the Hudson River again. So where is the best place to watch the fireworks on July 4th?

The very best views will be from Manhattans West Side in between 23^rd and 59^th Street. Pedestrian access to the viewing areas will be via the following streets: 24th, 26th through 30th, 34th, 40th through 44th, 47th through 52nd, and 54th through 57th.

If you are on foot, which is recommended, last year there was pedestrian access to the viewing area via: 24th, 26th through 30th, 34th, 40th through 44th, 47th through 52nd, and 54th through 57th. So plenty of places to find a nice spot and crane your neck.

There are brilliant views from Hoboken and Weehawken and some decent spots in Jersey City and North Bergen. There will be big crowds along the Promenade on the Hudson River on Independence Day.

So why the crowds? Why the hype? This is the USA’s premier fireworks display and always guaranteed to impress, wherever you are watching it from. 1,500 shells per minute will be launched into the sky over the Hudson River from 6 barges between 24^th and 50^th Streets. This is going to be 26 minutes of non-stop pyro action that you do not want to miss for the July 4th celebrations.

Remember all the best viewing areas will become busy, early. So get there sharp and get your spot grabbed before the crowds gather. We suggest bringing plenty of water with you, a blanket for sitting on and anything else you think you might need to keep you entertained while waiting for the biggest fireworks display in North America on the 4th of July.

It is normal for the West Side Highway to become a huge street party. Don’t forget to go to the little boys or girls room before you get there for any facilities provided are likely to be unmentionable.

The Macy’s 4^th July Fireworks were first shot into the sky above the Hudson in 1958 and have become a mainstay of New York’s Independence Day celebrations ever since.

Learn more about the performances, the singing and the entertainment that will be provided for all New Yorkers to enjoy on the nations birthday by clicking here.

WHAT: The Montreal International Fireworks Competition
WHERE: La Ronde, Montreal
WHEN: Every Saturday from 12^th June 2010 – 14^th August 2010

The Montreal International Fireworks Competition is among the largest of such events in the world. Every year 8 teams from around the world pit their skills against each other to win the much coveted Gold Jupiter. Each country must put on a 30 minute pyromusical display to wow the judges and win the glory and honour. There is no large cash prize just the glory of winning what is also called the L’International Des Deux Loto-Quebec.

This years fixtures have all been announced,

• Pirotecnica Soldi S.R.L. Italy Saturday 12th June
• San Tai Pyrotechnics Taiwan Saturday 19th June
• Surex Poland Saturday 26th June
• Macedo’s Pirotecnia Portugal Saturday 3rd July
• Fiatlux-Ampleman Quebec Hommage to Celine Dion Saturday 10th July
• Western Enterprises USA Saturday 17th July
• Fireworks Spectaculars Canada Saturday 24th July
• Göteborgs Fyrverkeri Fabrik Sweden Saturday 31st July
• Brezac Artifices France Saturday 7th August
• Awards Ceremony La Ronde Saturday 14th August

Each display is judged on different factors by a jury of spectators using the following criteria:

Quality of display: variety of colour, style of effects

Synchronisation: how accurately and well timed the music is with the pyrotechnics

Pyromusical concept: The originality and artistry of the display, musical choice and how it is used with the fireworks

Overall: The general feeling of the show as a whole.

The best views will be from La Ronde where the judging takes place, however another good vantage point is from the foot of the Jacques Cartier Bridge on the Montréal side of the St. Laurent River.

Wherever you decide to watch the fireworks from you are guaranteed a show to remember from this world class event.

A stunned Moscow crowd was treated to a spectacular fireworks display on the 9th of May for the Victory Day festivities.

This is a traditional display that dates back to the days of the Second World War, fireworks were used back then to mark all the great victories reported in the media to boost the morale of the people and the troops.

This beautiful display for this years celebrations was enjoyed by thousands of Moscovites and visitors lining the busy streets and sharing in the party. Enjoy the video!