The Novice Pyro

04/19/2026

Welcome! Is it just me or is this always such a fantastical moment when COBRA Firing Systems comes to visit?! 😎💥

04/12/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to Travis Kramer on receiving the ELEVATE 2026 Grand Champion and People’s Choice awards. Well deserved! Will post the other shows soon!

Travis Kramer competed alongside Mike Allen and Chris O'Dell and wins Grand Champion & People's Choice awards in the 2nd annual ELEVATE 2026 (formerly COBRA-...

04/06/2026

Good luck Gentlemen! 😎💥

03/27/2026

Only been a few days and it’s just about sold out. Michigan loves fireworks! I’ll be there. Will you? 😎💥

Find relevant ticket information including prices and how to buy tickets for this year's International Fireworks Championship in Traverse City, MI.

03/26/2026

Capture the moment right! Come to the ELEVATE Pyro expo next month and I’ll tell ya all about it!

03/18/2026

We’re excited to share that ELEVATE 2026 tickets are now available all the way up to and during the event. We know spring is the busiest time of year for pyros, so we wanted to give you as much flexibility as possible to make it work for your schedule. All tickets are full-event passes, partial day tickets are not available.

What’s Waiting for You in Muncie-
• 3 days of sessions, training, and hands-on demos
• Nightly fireworks shows you won’t forget
• The 1.4G Open Championship - live competition on the field
• Trade show floor with top industry vendors
• Casino Night, networking, and the pyro community all in one place
• Exclusive access to the COBRA ELEVATE 2026 Sale

April 9-11 | Muncie, IN

Don’t sit this one out. Grab your ticket and join us for the shooters event of the year.

Get Your Ticket Now: expo.elevatepyro.com

01/31/2026

Lovin the new COBRA Firing Systems goodie packets! So snazzzy!!

01/16/2026

I planned to enter (and win) PyroJam this year. I have been looking forward to it for several years now. Not attending is likely a deal-breaker for me. This is truly unfortunate. Not just for me, but for so many. I hope this reverses course in the future.

Tim Jameson joins the podcast to discuss PyroJam 2026. He reveals a major surprise that none of us anticipated. Tune in this week to learn about PyroJam’s fu...

12/22/2025

MERRY CHRISTMAS PYROS! 🎄💥
Enjoy a small Christmas pyromusical shot this weekend. Designed by yours truly and shot by my friend Darris Palmer. Shot with IGNITE Firing Systems. 216 cues.

This Christmas fireworks pyro musical display was designed by The Novice Pyro and expertly shot and performed by my friend, Darris Palmer! As always, he nail...

11/07/2025

Congrats Mike, Travis, and Chris! I am sooooo STOKED and can’t wait to see what you come up with! 😎💥

11/02/2025

ELEVATE 2026 has a special Saturday session by yours truly! 😎💥 This is THE shooter event of the year. Don’t miss it. Get the early bird price before it’s gone!

The wait is over, early bird tickets for ELEVATE 2026 are officially live!

This April, join hundreds of pyrotechnicians, industry professionals, and friends from across the world in Muncie, Indiana for three unforgettable days of hands-on education, collaboration, and fireworks. Whether you’re attending sessions, exploring the trade show floor, or watching nightly displays, ELEVATE 2026 is the place to connect, learn, and celebrate the art of pyrotechnics.

Early Bird Price: $239.99 | Ends: January 15, 2026

Event Highlights
•Networking - 500+ industry professionals
Build connections with show operators, suppliers, and fellow pyros from across the globe.

•Education - 20+ sessions and workshops Learn from leading experts in choreography, safety, and firing technology with hands-on opportunities to expand your skills.

•Trade Show - 25+ exhibitors
Explore the newest gear, software, and innovations shaping the fireworks industry.

•Fireworks - 20+ shows

Experience nightly shows ranging from Class C competitions to large-scale pyromusicals designed by top talent.

Learn More at expo.elevatepyro.com

ELEVATE 2026 is where pyrotechnicians of every level come together to share knowledge, trade ideas, and celebrate the craft that connects us all. From first-time attendees to seasoned professionals, it’s a place to learn something new, meet familiar faces, and enjoy the best fireworks shows of the year.

We can’t wait to see you in Muncie!