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Montreal International Fireworks Competition

L'International des Feux Loto-Québec 2008

By Evelyn Reid, About.com

The largest pyrotechnics competition of its kind in the world, the Montreal International Fireworks Competition has been going strong since 1985 and remains one of this city's top attractions.

Watch for Free
Come down to the Old Port (Champ-de-Mars or Place d'Armes Metro) or find another choice spot in Montreal to view the best fireworks in town all year long.

Pay to See
Splurge a little and see them synchronized to music, up close with the judges at La Ronde, just in front of the Lac des Dauphins. It's a nice treat, albeit pricey for a 30-minute show so try to score tickets for a showing where you have time to take advantage of unlimited access to all La Ronde rides for the day, included in the admission price, varying from $29.96 to $56 (plus taxes).

Same Time, Rain or Shine
All shows are scheduled at 10 p.m. Motorists should be aware that for all ten presentations, the Jacques-Cartier Bridge will close at 8 p.m., only reopening at the end of each show.

2008 Schedule
Nine countries are competing in 2008. Check out a video of past pyrotechnic displays.

June 21, 2008 (Saturday)
France

June 28, 2008 (Saturday)
Italy

July 5, 2008 (Saturday)
South Korea

July 12, 2008 (Saturday)
Portugal

July 19, 2008 (Saturday)
Australia

July 23, 2008 (Wednesday)
Canada

July 26, 2008 (Saturday)
Austria

July 30, 2008 (Wednesday)
United States

August 2, 2008 (Saturday)
China

August 6, 2008 (Wednesday)
La Ronde Closing Show

Consult the Montreal International Fireworks Competition website for more information.

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