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Cascade of cold sparks over a dance floor during a wedding in Mallorca

Wedding effects

Cold sparks
for weddings in Mallorca

Cascades of sparks that look like fireworks but are controlled from the tech desk. What they are, when they are used, what to watch out for and how to request them.

Updated November 2026 · 6 min read · FØNØY Sound

Cold sparks (Kaltfeuerwerk in German, chispas frías in Spanish) are one of the most requested effects for couple entrances and first dances, and hardly any Mallorca website explains how they work. This guide tells it plainly: what they are, when they fire and what to ask before counting on them.

They are part of our wedding production work and are coordinated with the DJ to fire on the exact beat of the music.

In this guide

  1. 01 · What they are
  2. 02 · When they are used
  3. 03 · Safety
  4. 04 · The venue
  5. 05 · Quote
  6. 06 · FAQ

01 — What they are

What are cold sparks?

They are machines that throw a jet of coloured sparks a few metres high. What looks like “fire” is metal particles that ignite and cool within a few centimetres of the nozzle, so at the distance the manufacturer specifies they do not burn skin the way a sparkler or a firework would.

They are triggered by remote or DMX from the tech desk, with adjustable duration and height, and shut off instantly. Being able to start and cut on cue is what sets them apart from traditional pyrotechnics.

Mallorca tip

“Cold” describes the spark temperature at distance, not an absence of risk. They are still an effect with ignition and need the same precautions as any special effect.

02 — When they are used

At which moments of a wedding do they fire?

They are used in short, clearly marked moments, because an effect that lasts all night loses its impact. The most common:

Couple’s entrance

Two machines at the sides of the door or aisle, synced to the entrance song.

First dance

Sparks from the floor during the ending or chorus, without covering the couple.

Cake cutting or toast

A short burst to mark the moment; it works well with the technician’s wireless microphone.

Dance floor opening or end of party

A cascade coordinated with the DJ when the energy rises or on the last track.

03 — Safety

What precautions do cold sparks need?

The ones that matter are always those of the space, not of the machine:

Distance from flammable materials

Fabrics, curtains, dried flowers, straw decoration or low ceilings must stay out of reach of the jet. This is a critical point at fincas with vegetation or reed roofs.

Clear height

The effect needs vertical space. In rooms with low ceilings, the height is reduced or the effect is not used.

Technical operation

It must be fired by a technician who knows the machine, with a test before guests arrive.

Clear zone

No guests or objects right next to the machines, and service staff told when the effect fires.

04 — The venue

Can cold sparks be used at any finca or hotel?

Not always. It is the venue, with its licence and safety rules, that decides whether it allows effects with ignition, even cold ones, and whether indoors, outdoors or not at all. The answer can differ between two neighbouring fincas.

Before booking the effect, ask in writing whether the venue allows it, in which areas and under what conditions. It is the same logic as with music hours, which we explain in our guide to music at fincas: hours and noise.

Mallorca tip

If the venue says yes, get it in writing and share it with us. If it says no, we can propose lighting and effects alternatives that do fit.

05 — Quote

How do I request cold sparks for my wedding?

Every wedding is quoted individually, based on the number of bursts, the space and what the venue allows, so we do not publish a fixed rate. With the date, the place, the moments you want the effect and whether the area is indoor or outdoor, we give you a firm figure in under 24 hours.

If you already count on us for sound, DJ or lighting, the sparks are coordinated in the same setup and with the same technician.

Note

This guide describes the effect in general terms. The specific safety and usage conditions depend on the equipment, the space and the venue’s rules, and are confirmed at the technical visit or in the quote.

Frequently asked questions

About cold sparks

What are cold sparks?
Machines that throw a jet of coloured sparks that cool within a few centimetres of the nozzle. They are controlled by remote or DMX and can be started and stopped at the exact moment.
Do cold sparks burn?
At the distance the manufacturer specifies they do not burn skin like a firework, but they are still an effect with ignition: distances and clear height must be respected, and fabrics and flammable materials kept away.
Can they be used indoors?
They are often considered as an alternative to pyrotechnics indoors, but the decision belongs to the venue and its licence. It is worth asking in writing before booking.
At which moments of the wedding do they fire?
Mainly at the couple’s entrance, the first dance, the cake cutting or toast and the dance floor opening or end of party, synced to the music.
How much do cold sparks cost for a wedding in Mallorca?
They are quoted individually based on the number of bursts, the space and the venue’s conditions. With the date, place and desired moments we send a quote in under 24 hours.
Can I combine them with DJ, sound and lighting?
Yes. We coordinate them with the DJ to fire on the exact song, and they are set up together with the rest of the equipment.

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