San Mateo Tlalchichilpan to host International Pyrotechnics Festival

The fifth edition of the International Pyrotechnics Festival will take place in San Mateo Tlalchichilpan, Almoloya de Juárez, from October 23 to 25, 2026. The event will bring together pyrotechnic artisans and specialists from Mexico, Japan, the United States, Colombia, and Ecuador.

The three-day program begins on Friday, October 23, with a competition for mechanical pieces featuring artisans from the State of Mexico and other regions. Saturday, October 24, will feature the exhibition of tower castles, which are monumental structures exceeding 30 meters in height. Participating groups include Pirotecnia Ocampo, Pirotecnia Lara, Pirotecnia Pegaso, and the Union of Pyrotechnics of San Mateo Tlalchichilpan.

Sunday, October 25, will focus on technical and educational activities, including a conference on the environmental impact of pyrotechnics and training sessions regarding safety in the handling of bombs, rockets, and castle structures. The festival will conclude with an international display of pyromusicals, combining fireworks with music and light effects.