Fireworks Festivals Around the World

When the Chinese invented fireworks, they used them during
celebrations to keep the evil spirits away. The purpose
still rings true today because all around the world,
fireworks are still used to celebrate major events like the
New Year.

Below is a list of some of the famous celebrations and
festivals which are known for their fantastic fireworks
displays.

1. New Year’s Eve (worldwide)

- throughout the world, the New Year is ushered in with a
lot of excitement. Every country usually celebrates it with
massive fireworks display. Sydney, Australia, is one of the
first countries to celebrate it due to their location
relative to the world’s time zones.

2. Fourth of July (United States)

- is a holiday celebrating the country’s declaration of
independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776. Throughout
the United States, fireworks displays are held especially
in the major cities such as Washington DC, Detroit and St.
Louis.

3. Singapore Fireworks Celebrations (Singapore)

- this is an annual event held in celebration of the
country’s National Day. Pyrotechnics teams are invited to
this event to create fireworks displays on different
nights.

4. Guy Fawkes Night (Great Britain and several former
British colonies)

- in 1605, Guy Fawkes tried to assassinate the King of
England by placing some 30 barrels of gunpowder in the
cellar of the Parliament of England. He failed and was
captured.

On the same day every year, people from Great Britain and
some of its former colonies celebrate the event by having
fireworks displays.