Fireworks in Italy are more than entertainment; they are a centuries-old expression of celebration, power, religion, and community identity. From Renaissance courts to modern seaside festivals, Italy has played a major role in shaping the cultural history of pyrotechnics in Europe.

Fireworks first arrived in Europe from China via trade routes during the late Middle Ages. By the 13th and 14th centuries, Italian city-states such as Venice, Florence, and Naples were among the first to experiment with pyrotechnic displays. Italians quickly refined the craft, transforming early explosive devices into elaborate public spectacles.