Demo & PGI Training Day

Demo & PGI Training Day 2026

American Fireworks Company was proud to host another unforgettable Demo & PGI Training Day in 2026, bringing together fireworks enthusiasts, customers, shooters, and aspiring pyrotechnicians for a full day of training, product demonstrations, special pricing, food, prizes, and an incredible nighttime show.

The event combined hands-on pyrotechnic education with one of our biggest customer events of the year, giving attendees the opportunity to learn, shop, connect with the pyro community, and experience an amazing live fireworks finale.

Demo Day 2026 Event Details

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Location: American Fireworks Company
7041 Darrow Rd.
Hudson, Ohio 44236

Store Hours: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Registration: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
PGI Class Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Demo Shoot Time: Dusk, approximately 8:30 PM

Demo Day

Demo Day is one of our favorite events of the year and gives customers the opportunity to see fireworks products in action before planning future celebrations and displays.

Throughout the day, attendees enjoyed:

Live product demonstrations
Wholesale pricing on products shot during the demo
50% off the rest of the store
Food trucks
Chinese raffle
Door prizes
Special event-only discounts
A professional pyromusical finale
A special drone show
A patriotic celebration of America’s 250th anniversary

The evening culminated with an unforgettable combination of fireworks, music, and drones lighting up the sky.

Live Product Demonstrations

One of the biggest highlights of Demo Day is the chance to see products fired live.

Instead of simply looking at packaging or watching a video, attendees can experience the effects, colors, timing, spread, and performance of fireworks firsthand.

Products featured during the demo received wholesale pricing, giving customers a great opportunity to save on items they saw and loved during the show.

Demo Day Admission & Perks

Admission for Demo Day was $50 per car.

Guests were welcome to bring as many people as they wanted in their vehicle, making it easy for families and groups of friends to enjoy the event together.

Each paid Demo Day vehicle received:

$50 American Fireworks gift card
Gift card valid the night of the event or anytime during 2026
65% off coupon valid during 2026
Access to Demo Day activities
Live fireworks demonstrations
Pyromusical finale
Drone show
Special store discounts

The admission charge helps American Fireworks manage the limited amount of available parking and ensure registered attendees have a place to park.

Why Demo Day Has a Parking Fee

Our Hudson location has limited parking capacity, especially during major events.

The $50 per-car registration helps us manage attendance and make sure registered guests have a parking space available.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early for the best parking and viewing experience. Overflow parking may have limited visibility of the fireworks show, so guests parked in those areas may be directed to a designated viewing location.

PGI Display Operator Training

Demo Day also featured a full PGI Display Operator Training Course for those interested in expanding their pyrotechnic knowledge.

The course was taught by experienced industry professionals and provided students with structured instruction covering important areas of professional fireworks operation and safety.

PGI students received:

Course textbook
Event T-shirt
Lunch
Special elite discounts
Demo Day attendance
Hands-on learning
Professional pyrotechnic education

The training course is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in becoming more involved with professional display fireworks or continuing their education as a shooter.

Special PGI Student Pricing

PGI Training attendees received special pricing reserved exclusively for course participants.

Because PGI students were attending through the training program rather than paying the regular Demo Day parking fee, they did not receive the standard $50 Demo Day gift card.

Instead, they received training materials, lunch, event admission, and access to special elite pricing.

Learn More About Becoming a Pyrotechnician

American Fireworks Company is always looking to connect with people interested in the fireworks industry.

Demo & PGI Training Day gives aspiring shooters the opportunity to:

Learn from experienced pyrotechnicians
Gain a better understanding of professional display operations
Explore fireworks safety and best practices
Meet members of the American Fireworks team
Learn more about becoming a shooter
Connect with others who share a passion for PYRO

For anyone interested in taking their fireworks knowledge to the next level, the PGI course is a great place to start.

Food, Raffles & Door Prizes

Demo Day is about more than fireworks.

Throughout the event, guests can enjoy food trucks, enter the Chinese raffle, take part in door prize drawings, shop special discounts, and spend the day with other members of the fireworks community.

It is designed to be a full-day experience for customers, families, hobbyists, and pyrotechnicians alike.

A Pyromusical Finale to Remember

The night concludes with one of the biggest highlights of Demo Day — a professionally choreographed pyromusical.

The 2026 finale was especially meaningful, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a patriotic combination of music, fireworks, and a special drone show.

It was the perfect way to close out a full day of training, shopping, education, and PYRO.

Thank You for Joining Us

American Fireworks Company appreciates everyone who came out for Demo & PGI Training Day 2026.

From PGI students and professional shooters to longtime customers and families experiencing Demo Day for the first time, the event would not be possible without the incredible pyro community that supports us year after year.

For information about upcoming events, future Demo Days, PGI training opportunities, and more:

Visit American Fireworks Company

We look forward to another incredible year of fireworks, education, savings, community, and plenty of PYRO!

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