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 the first runner-up spot with a vibrant and fast-paced display, while Steffes-Ollig Feuerwerke of Germany secured a second runner-up finish with a clean and tightly choreographed routine.

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 12th 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.