THE 6 BEST FIREWORK DISPLAYS FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO INSPIRE YOUR FOURTH OF JULY
There’s nothing that’ll get you in the Independence Day spirit quicker than the loud crack and fizz of a sky-engulfing fireworks show. The big day is almost upon us, so get your coolers, lawn chairs, spirited red/white/blue garb, and grills ready. The Fourth of July couldn’t have come on a better day this year — Friday! Long weekend! — and it’s safe to say we’re all ready for a bit of sun-fueled relaxation. Whether you’re prepping your pup for a day of parades, perfecting your apple pie recipe, or educating friends on the real reasons we should be proud to be American, it’s not going to be a real 4th of July holiday without a few fireworks — makeshift (read: dangerous) displays in your tiny backyard or otherwise.
To get yourself psyched for the occasion, take some time from your busy pre-vacation agenda to brush up on the best fireworks displays the world has ever seen, from. We’ve wrangled up some of the more impressive explosive shows from around the world, from London’s edible fireworks to Japan’s “Big One,” you’re bound to find a few gems. Although, I can’t say those crowd-pleasing smiley face fireworks made it on the list. (Darn?) Read on, watch, and starting collecting those sparklers.