
With nearly 100 years of experience and a renowned reputation across Europe, Portugal’s Macedos Pirotecnia illuminates the sky over the Han River in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, June 21, 2025. Photo: Anh Ngoc / Tuoi Tre
Held under the theme ‘Sustainable Development,’ the evening became a dazzling symphony of light and emotion, co-organized by Sun Group and the Da Nang People's Committee.
Both European teams delivered unforgettable performances, seamlessly blending cutting-edge pyrotechnic technology with powerful messages of humanity and environmental consciousness.

The fireworks story begins with the electrifying rhythm of ‘Rock You Like A Hurricane,’ the legendary hit by rock band Scorpions. Photo: Anh Ngoc
Portugal sets sky ablaze with fireworks, rock
Representing Portugal, Macedos Pirotecnia electrified the atmosphere with a rock-infused fireworks show, kicking off with the iconic ‘Rock You Like A Hurricane’ by Scorpions.
The explosive rhythm and dynamic light display immediately swept the audience into a whirlwind of excitement.
The show reached deeper heights with a sudden shift to an emotional remix of ‘Thuong Qua Vietnam.’
The visuals transformed – with bird-like flares and the warmth of sunrise effects – delivering a stirring call for love of nature and a greener future.

A fireworks display by the team from Portugal. Photo: Anh Ngoc

The Portuguese team wows spectators in Da Nang City with its stunning fireworks performance. Photo: Anh Ngoc

Spectators immerse themselves in a vibrant music festival, where lights and electronic instruments come together in perfect harmony at the 2025 Da Nang International Fireworks Fest, June 21, 2025. Photo: The Son

A thrilling fireworks display by the Portuguese team. Photo: The Son
UK awakens senses with ‘waves of emotion’
Returning to Da Nang, Pyrotex Fireworx from the United Kingdom treated the spectators to the 'Waves of Emotion’ display, a cinematic journey through fireworks.
When the fireworks show, accompanied by the soundtrack of James Bond and popular Vietnamese hits like Nguoi Hay Quen Em Di and Noi Nay Co Anh, started, the audience not only watched but also sang along, fully immersing themselves in the vibrant display.

Pyrotex Fireworx from the United Kingdom returns to the Han River with a performance likened to a cinematic symphony infused with poetry. Photo: Anh Ngoc

With around 8,000 fireworks, the display guides the audience from gentle romance to excitement and euphoria. Photo: Anh Ngoc

A fireworks show by the team from the United Kingdom. Photo: Anh Ngoc

The fireworks display by the team from the United Kingdom excites spectators in Da Nang City, central Vietnam. Photo: The Son
Beyond the sky-bound displays, the DIFF 2025 stage was ablaze with meticulously choreographed musical and dance performances by Vietnamese artists.
The night also featured an immersive Sky AR virtual reality experience.
More than just a visual feast, the festival is amplifying Da Nang’s image as a leading festival city in Asia and a dynamic, sleepless destination for global travelers.
DIFF 2025 is set to continue with its fifth competition night on June 28 under the theme ‘Powered by Innovation,’ featuring teams from South Korea and Italy.
The grand finale will be broadcast live on VTV1 on July 12.
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