America is visiting after the summer break

After the summer break, Team Pirotecnia Internacional takes the stage for “America.” Magnificent macaws have flown in from the jungles of South America and accompany guests to the Great Garden. Here, you’ll encounter dazzling butterflies and magnificent bouquets of flowers, while Klabauterjan sails through the crowd in his old shark boat. On the Children’s Lawn, the UBC Cheerleaders present a top-notch athletic and acrobatic show. And the charming young magician Momo Magic brings smiles to the audience on the Children’s Stage with comedy, juggling, and magic. Full of energy and passion, Chalance performs the best Latin, swing, and pop songs from four decades in the Garden Theater with charm, wit, and sophistication. On the rehearsal stage, the quartet Griyo mixes an imaginative cocktail of alternative Latin music with elements of pop and jazz. On the cabaret stage, the Kaosclown makes tables float, juggles on a penny-farthing, and wants to fly to the moon in a rocket—action is guaranteed!

At 10:00 p.m., the sky above the Great Garden will belong to Pirotecnia Internacional and its show “Día de Muertos.” “Every city in the world should have a place like the Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen,” says artistic director Manuel Cueto, describing his thoughts when he first saw the Great Garden in Herrenhausen. “Our biggest challenge will be to introduce Hanover’s fireworks fans to one of our most important traditions, the Día de Muertos—the Day of the Dead. On this day, the dead return for one night to celebrate with us. Our show was inspired by this holiday and our tradition. We will tell a beautiful love story that will guide the audience in understanding the Day of the Dead.”

The Team: Pirotecnia Internacional

Pirotecnia Internacional is the largest and most prominent pyrotechnics company in Mexico, one of the world’s most fireworks-loving countries. The company’s guiding principle is a balance between tradition, art, and technology. For over 50 years, the team has staged fireworks displays for special occasions such as National Independence Day, Pope John Paul II’s visit to Mexico, and the Mexican soccer league finals.

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Here's an overview of tonight's playlist:

The competition consists of a mandatory piece lasting about 4 minutes—this year, an excerpt from Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture, Op. 62—and a 20-minute free-style routine.

The music selections for the Pirotecnia Internacional team's free skate:

1. “Coriolan Overture” by Beethoven
2. “Ecstasy of Gold” by Ennio Morricone, arranged by Gustavo Santaolalla

3. “The Tale Begins” by Gustavo Santaolalla

4. “Creep” by Diego Luna

5. “I Love You Too Much” by Diego Luna

6. “La Llorona” by Angélica Vale & Marco Antonio Solis

7. “Can't Help Falling in Love with You” by Diego Luna

8. “Cielito Lindo” by Plácido Domingo

9. “El Aparato” by Café Tacuva

10. “Land of the Remembering” by Gustavo Santaolalla

11. “Hannover” by Pirotecnia Internacional: Original Composition for the Fireworks Competition

12. “Kindom Dance” by Alan Menken

13. “Refresh” by Pirotecnia Internacional: Original Composition for the Fireworks Competition

14. “No Matter Where You Are” by Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, and Plácido Domingo

You can find all the information about the teams and the supporting program here:

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International fireworks competition 2026

Dates, tickets, and information about the International Fireworks Competition at the Herrenhausen Gardens.

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An overview of the other fireworks displays in 2022:

September 3. Africa, Fireworks for Africa – sold out

September 17. Europe, SUREX – sold out