"Spasskaya Tower" International Military Music Festival kicked off on Red Square in Moscow, Russia on Friday. /VCG Photo

Military bands from 12 countries, including China, Russia, the DPRK, Japan and Norway, took part in the festival as members performed during the opening ceremony. /VCG Photo

Stunning fireworks exploded during the opening ceremony, lighting up the night sky. /VCG Photo

The annual military music festival will run until September 1. /VCG Photo