LARGEST DAYTIME FIREWORKS DISPLAY
RICARDO CABALLER’S MASCLETÀ
Part of the International Fireworks Championship – Las Vegas Experience
THE STRIP @ LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY • FEBRUARY 21, 2026
WHAT IS A MASCLETÀ?
A mascletà [maskleˈta] is a traditional Spanish pyrotechnic experience that prioritizes thunderous sound and rhythm over visual effects. Originating in Valencia, Spain, this unique art form creates a progressive crescendo of explosions that builds to an earth-shaking finale.
Unlike typical fireworks that paint the sky with color, mascletàs are performed during daylight hours and measured by their acoustic intensity and rhythmic precision through a carefully choreographed sequence.
Ricardo Caballer’s Largest Daytime Fireworks Dispaly (mascletà) will bring this tradition rarely performed outside Spain to unprecedented heights.
This Mascletà Rises Above with Drones
The team at Pyrotecnico has teamed up with Ricardo Caballer to take this World Record Attempt to even bigger heights with an integrated element of drones.
That’s as much as we can give away for now, but hit play on their post to get a preview of what these drones can do.
MEET RICARDO CABALLER
Ricardo Caballer Cardo is the current manager of Ricardo Caballer–RICASA, a family legacy dating back to 1881 and one of the oldest names in pyrotechnics. Born into this prestigious tradition, Ricardo grew up immersed in the craft, working alongside his grandfather and father before formally joining the company at 18.
His vision transformed RICASA into a global powerhouse. In 1999, he became the first in Spain to use modern firing systems. Major milestones followed: the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the 2002 Madeira New Year’s celebration (then the world’s largest display), and victories at international competitions in Brno, Yokohama, and Montreal’s Golden Jupiter.
Under Ricardo’s leadership, RICASA expanded beyond displays to become one of the world’s largest pyrotechnic manufacturers, supplying major artists’ tours, theme parks, and global sporting events. His unwavering commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and Spanish craftsmanship has made RICASA synonymous with prestige worldwide.
Now, he brings his expertise to Las Vegas for an unprecedented challenge: creating the World’s Largest Daytime Fireworks Display, combining traditional Spanish craftsmanship with the spectacular scale that only Las Vegas can provide.
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WORLD RECORD REQUIREMENTS
8,500
Minimum shells that must be successfully launched during the display
Contrast
Fireworks and smoke trails used must be vividly clear in contrast to the background sky
5 minutes
Minimum duration of the entire daytime fireworks display
THERE’S MORE THAN A WORLD RECORD
Ricardo Caballer’s World Record Attempt is just one part of your entire experience at the International Fireworks Championship – Las Vegas.
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THE MAIN EVENT
Four elite pyro design teams from around the globe compete for the International Fireworks Championship title.
Each team presents a 12-15 minute choreographed epic fireworks display synchronized to music.
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EVENT SCHEDULE
Your complete Saturday of pyrotechnic excellence:
2:30 PM
Gates Open
3:00 PM
Live Music
5:00 PM
Record Attempt
6:00 PM
Competition Starts
8:00 PM
Awards Ceremony
8:10 PM
Closing Finale
THE VENUE
The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway provides the perfect setting for this historic event.
With unobstructed views of the desert sky, attendees will experience the full power of the World Record Mascletà and the four Championship competition displays.