MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine International Pyromusical Competition is back for its 7th year at the SM Mall of Asia and it is an even bigger and better show than ever! Twelve countries will display their awe- inspiring fireworks performances in a shower of lights amid a symphony of sounds.
This year’s much-awaited pyrotechnics event will be held every Saturday, 7:30 pm at the Seaside Boulevard, SM Mall of Asia. Starting on February 13, with the Philippine Platinum Fireworks team showcasing their skills together with Luso Pirotecnia from Portugal. On February 20, it will be Parente Fireworks from Italy against Pyrotex Fireworkx LTD from United Kingdom, while the Atlas Pyrovision from USA and Royal Firework from the Netherlands show off their skyline expertise on February 27.
Steffes-ollig Feuerwerk from Germany and Royal Pyrotechnie from Canada will light up the beautiful Manila Bay on March 5, followed by Skylighter Fireworkx from Australia and Polaris Fireworks from China on March 12. The not-to-be-missed big bang happens on March 19, with Brezac Artefices from France and another exhibition from the Platinum Fireworks, Inc. from Philippines.
This year, special live performances by top artists and bands add to the excitement of the festivities! Jinky Vidal will jam onstage on February 13. On February 20, Hale and Morrisette unleash heartfelt songs and powerful vocals; while on the 27th, it’s Sarah Lahbati’s turn, together with Brownman Revival. Enjoy the smooth vocals of MYMP on March 5 and Side A on March 12. The finale on March 19 includes soaring performances by the UST Symphony Orchestra and the one and only pop princess Sarah Geronimo. There will also be a photo contest on who best capture the spirit of the celebrations. Details will be posted on the SM Mall of Asia social media sites.
The fireworks displays and live musical entertainment are best enjoyed from the Seaside Boulevard at SM by the Bay. Tickets are priced at P1, 500 for VIP (including dinner), P600 for VIP, P300 for Gold, and P100 for silver. Tickets are available at any SM Ticket outlets and SM Mall of Asia.
The 2016 Philippine International Pyro-Musical Competition is in partnership with Platinum Fireworks Inc. co-presented by Close Up and SMDC, with special thanks to Department of Tourism, City of Pasay, Philippine Reclamation Authority, Microtel Mall of Asia and our online media partner When in Manila. For more information about the event, visit the SM Mall of Asia official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts