The World Largest Pyrotechnic Championship

Each summer, Montreal hosts the globe biggest fireworks contest, where international teams launch 6,000 explosives in a single show. It turns the night sky into a massive, synchronized musical performance.

Held annually since 1985, this event attracts three million spectators to watch elite pyrotechnicians compete for prestigious Jupiter trophies. Each participant choreographs their firework displays to perfectly match a custom musical soundtrack. The competition transforms the night into a brilliant, high-stakes art exhibition. It remains the premier destination for pyrotechnic masters to showcase their most innovative designs.