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Fireworks light up the sky during the finale of the 13th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at SM Mall of Asia. Crowds gather for a maxed-out experience staged at your most loved mall.
MANILA, Philippines — Five Saturdays. One iconic bayfront. The 13th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition (PIPC) wrapped up at SM Mall of Asia with crowds gathering early and staying late, turning each night into a shared experience of music, lights and city energy. The event delivered maxed out experiences week after week, with Seaside Boulevard filled with families, friends and visitors taking in the show.
This year’s lineup brought together some of the world’s top pyrotechnic teams, alongside exhibition performances from the Philippines. Competing countries included France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, China, Canada, Germany and Spain, each presenting their own style, pacing and musical interpretation. The Philippines, through Platinum Fireworks, mounted special and closing exhibition performances that bookended the competition and energized the crowd.
At the center of it all, Pyrotex Fireworx of the United Kingdom claimed the championship title, staging a performance that stood out for its precision, pacing and crowd impact.
Polaris Fireworks of China took first runner-up with a vibrant and fast-paced display, while Steffes-Ollig Feuerwerke of Germany secured second runner-up with a clean and tightly choreographed routine.
(From left) Perkin So, SAVP for Operations, SM Mall of Asia; Mike Welch of the British Embassy; Nathan Winter and Mark Kelsall of Pyrotex Fireworx and Joel Sta. Ana, president of Platinum Fireworks Inc.
Each weekend brought a different rhythm. From high-energy tracks to cinematic scores, fireworks moved in sync with music, creating moments people watched, recorded and shared in real time. The Manila Bay skyline became a live stage, with every burst drawing cheers from the crowd.
Now in its 13th year, the Philippine International Pyromusical Competition continues to draw a strong mix of audiences, from families and young professionals to tourists and enthusiasts. It remains one of the most anticipated outdoor events in the city, anchored at SM Mall of Asia.
The strong turnout highlights how people choose to spend their weekends. Out of home. With others. In places that offer more than just retail. Events like the PIPC position SM Supermalls as the most loved mall, where experiences are not just watched, but lived.
Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by SM. It is published by the Advertising Content Team that is independent from our Editorial Newsroom.
