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Tickets for the 34th International Fireworks Competition 2026

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30.05.2026

International
Fireworks competition

Team Norway - Pyroteknikk AS

from 25,00 €
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15.08.2026

International
Fireworks competition

Team Finland - Suomen Pyrotekniikka

from 25,00 €
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05.09.2026

International
Fireworks competition

Team Scotland - Fireworx Scotland Ltd

from 25,00 €
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19.09.2026

International
Fireworks competition

Team Sweden - Göteborgs FyrverkeriFabrik

from 25,00 €

News about the fireworks competition

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Kick-off for the fireworks competition

The new season of the International Fireworks Competition was heralded with the motto „Dance of the Northern Lights“ at the press conference in the castle kitchen.
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Source: Sebastian Gerhard

Experience packages 2026

Here you can find this year's experience packages for the 34th International Fireworks Competition 2026.
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Source: Sebastian Gerhard

Dance of Northern Lights

Northern lights inspire pyrotechnics!

Front-of-row areas

Here you will find all the important information about the limited front-of-row areas.
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Source: Sebastian Gerhard

Video reviews

Take a look at the reviews of past fireworks competitions here.

Dates & participating countries 2026

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Source: Sebastian Gerhard
30.05.2026

Norway - Pyroteknikk AS

Pyroteknikk AS was formed in 2023 from the merger of Pyroteknikk.no AS and Engelsrud Fyrverkeri AS, a traditional company with roots dating back to 1949. What once began with training materials for the Norwegian army has developed into one of the leading suppliers of fireworks in Scandinavia - with imports from China, Spain and Italy. Today, Pyroteknikk stands for spectacular overall concepts: from classic fireworks and pyrotechnics to lasers, special effects and drones. Every year, the team realises around 100 shows and more than 500 productions - both nationally and internationally. Whether at competitions such as the Pyronale in Berlin or on major tours: Precision, creativity and passion make Pyroteknikk one of the leading names for fireworks art in Norway.
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
15.08.2026

Finland - Suomen Pyrotekniikka

Founded in 2003 by cousins Aki and Simo Niittymäki, Suomen Pyrotekniikka Oy has developed into Finland's largest fireworks company in just two decades. With almost 300 shows a year, the team now shapes the industry - a particular record was 67 fireworks displays in just one day on New Year's Eve 2019. SPT is also a name to be reckoned with internationally: three-time Finnish champion and multiple awards at prestigious competitions, including victories in Riga (2017) and Courchevel (2020). At the Pyronale in Berlin 2023, the team secured 2nd place and the Audience Award. The biggest fireworks display in Finland's history was unforgettable: the impressive staging for the 100th anniversary of independence on 31 December 2016 in Helsinki. Precision, passion and innovative spirit make SPT one of the leading representatives of European fireworks art today.
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
05.09.2026

Scotland - Fireworx Scotland Ltd

Founded in 2003 by Mark Copland, Fireworx Scotland is now one of the leading pyrotechnics companies in the United Kingdom. With more than 25 years of experience, a team of 42 qualified fireworkers and state-of-the-art technology, the company sets standards in quality and creativity. The portfolio ranges from classic city firework displays and large-scale productions for companies and festivals to exclusive shows for prominent clients such as the BBC, Radio 1, The Prodigy and Fatboy Slim. One highlight was the opening fireworks display for the EOWDC offshore wind farm in Aberdeen. Thanks to the close collaboration with sister company Celtic Fireworks, innovative effects and over 800 products are always available. Fireworx Scotland stands for precision and spectacular shows.
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
Source: Sebastian Gerhard
19.09.2026

Sweden - Göteborgs FyrverkeriFabrik

Göteborgs FyrverkeriFabrik (GFF) was founded in 1994 by Martin Hildeberg and Anders Hållinder and is now one of the most renowned fireworks companies in Scandinavia. Since winning its first international competition in Knokke-Heist in 2001, the company has had a global presence - with appearances in Hanover, Rome, Montreal, San Sebastián, Shanghai and Manila. Hanover is a particularly successful location for GFF: Hildeberg has already competed here five times - each time emerging as the winner. He therefore has many fond memories of the city. In addition to competitions, GFF also organises concerts, sporting events and festivals with innovative pyromusicals. State-of-the-art technology such as Finale 3D, Pyrodigital and Galaxis systems ensure maximum precision - and so GFF stands for creative shows that set standards worldwide.
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Source: Sebastian Gerhard
31.12.2026

Season ticket

General plan

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Prinzentor main entrance
Milk gate entrance
Hardenberg Gate entrance
Rehearsal stage
Children's meadow
Garden theatre
Staircase stage
Stage award ceremony
Burning site
Picnic meadows
Baroque horsemanship
WCs
Barrier-free WCs
Paramedic
Seats for wheelchair users
Front-of-row area PINK
Front-of-row area BLUE
Front-of-row area ORANGE

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Frequently asked questions

From 2026, tickets for the front-of-row areas (orange, blue and pink) must be booked in addition to an admission ticket and per person. You will receive the access wristbands for the respective areas on the day of the event at the main entrance (Prinzentor) after scanning the ticket you have booked. With the season ticket, you have the option of purchasing a season ticket including front row areas directly. If you are a season ticket holder and do not wish to enter the front row area on all dates, you can only book the front row tickets in the overview for the individual dates. Please note: Children under the age of 6 do not require a regular ticket but do need a ticket for the front-of-row area!
You may take blankets and folding chairs with a flexible seat and backrest onto the event site (not permitted: deckchairs, folding chairs, beer tent sets, chairs with a tray/table). All items that may not be taken onto the grounds can be found on the back of the admission tickets or in the garden regulations.
Yes, you are welcome to take food and drinks onto the event site.
The Herrenhausen Gardens have their own paid car parks directly at the Great Garden. In addition, the green areas around the Graft are available as paid car parks. Please refer to our car park guidance system under \”General information\”.
Yes, the admission ticket to the \”International Fireworks Competition\” is valid on the day of the event from 15:00 until 05:00 on the following day as a ticket in all 3 zones of the üstra/GVH network.
Tickets cannot be exchanged or returned. An exchange to another date is also not possible.
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Garden rules

To ensure that participants and visitors can enjoy the evening to the full, we have put together some important rules. Together we will ensure that the fireworks competition runs safely and smoothly.