From Lake Maggiore to Ossola Valleys, from Lake Orta to Mergozzo Lake, everything is ready to host the most awaited and spectacular event of the year: Fiori di Fuoco (Fire Flowers), the world contest of fireworks. Spectacular fireworks made by the best world teams will characterize the nights of summer 2010, offering to the public wonderful performances of light, sound and colour.

From 24th July to 29th August 2010 Spain, Hungary, China, Costa Rica and Italy will contend for “Fiori di Fuoco 2010” trophy. Technical capacity and fantasy will give rise to unique shows, hosted by wonderful and unique natural localities.

The 12th edition of the contest starts on 24th July in the Formazza Valley, in the wonderful contest offered by the Toce Falls, the most beautiful waterfall in Europe. On Sunday 29th August the contest arrives on Lake Orta for its final show, after a tour around the provinces of Verbania, Novara and Varese.

The programme of the competition:
- 24th July at 21.45, Toce Falls - Formazza Valley: Opening Gala Performance;
- 30th July at 23.30, Cannobio: Spanish show;
- 31st July at 22.30, Mergozzo: Italian show;
- 7th August at 23.00, Arona and Angera: Hungarian show;
- 14th August at 21.30, Santa Maria Maggiore: Chinese show;
- 22nd August at 21.30, Omegna: Costa Rican show;
- 29th August at 21.30, Omegna: Final show.