Event Schedule Table

Below is the MOST CURRENT 2024 WinterBlast event schedule. All classes, sessions, seminars, etc. are subject to change without notice. Please check for the most up-to-date information about the event. Click the event title to read more about the event and its presenters. 

PLEASE NOTE, ALL EVENTS ARE IN MOUNTAIN TIME (MT)

 

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Event/ActivityCategoryLocationDate & Time
126 Afterglow
WWB Staff
Wind down at the end of each day at the Afterglow, this year hosted by the Eagles who have a fantastic spot for us less than a mile from the host . . . hotel at their Aerie. Food is available for those who have prepaid for it as part of their registration. A no host bar is also available with very reasonably priced beer, wine and spirits. A complimentary shuttle service is also available nightly from the host hotel to the Aerie and back between 10PM and 1AM. Eagles Aerie is located at 1561 Marlboro Dr., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403		SocialEagles AerieSaturday, 02/17
10:00 PM to 1:00 AM		Details
127 Nightly RV Camping Social & After Party
WPA Members
Gather with your fellow Pyro Winter Blasters for an enchanting evening social and campfire at the Pyro Pavilion, nestled in the heart of RV camping. . . . Immerse yourself in a lively celebration beneath the starlit sky, where the dazzling art of fireworks breathes life into the night. As dusk settles, converge around the campfire for moments that promise to be etched in memory. Wrap up warm, grab a chair, and bring along your zest for adventure. Contributions of drinks and fireworks are warmly received, enhancing our shared sense of joy. Whenever the campfire’s glow lights up the night, it’s your sign to join us for an evening brimming with fun and camaraderie.		SocialPyro PavilionSaturday, 02/17
10:00 PM to 11:55 PM		Details
128 Winter Blast Auction
Kief Adler | WWB Staff
Get ready for a night of excitement and giving at the Winter Blast fundraiser auction, happening on Saturday night at the Afterglow! From the moment . . . you step into the room, you’ll be surrounded by a buzz of anticipation and energy. With a wide variety of items up for auction, there’s something for everyone. Place your bids and feel the thrill of the auction as you compete against other bidders for the items you desire. And best of all, you’ll be supporting a great cause while having a fantastic time. So gather your friends and join us for a night of bidding, laughs, and making a difference. See you at the Afterglow!		SocialEagles AerieSaturday, 02/17
10:30 PM to 12:00 AM		Details
129 2nd Annual Winter Blast RV Brunch Pot Luck
WPA Members
Get ready for an unforgettable Sunday morning at the 2024 Winter Blast fireworks convention in Lake Havasu! We invite you to gather at the Pyro . . . Pavilion in the RV parking area for a delightful potluck brunch beginning at 10 AM. This is your chance to showcase your culinary skills by bringing along your favorite dish to share with fellow fireworks enthusiasts. Don’t forget to pack your plate, chair, utensils, and cup to fully enjoy the spread of tasty treats. Set against a backdrop of vibrant tunes, you’ll find the perfect setting to mingle with good company, reconnect with old friends, and spark new friendships. Let’s create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that complements the cool winter air. Join us in making this Sunday a day filled with joy, laughter, and delicious food. We’re excited to see you there and taste what everyone brings to the table!		SocialPyro PavilionSunday, 02/18
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM		Details
130 PIT Display Setup
Dave Tanner | Bill Stevenson | PIT Crew Staff
We’ll spend the day out on the racetrack laying out the elements of Sunday night’s display and wiring them to be electronically fired in sync with our . . . choreographed pyromusical.		PIT CrewRace TrackSunday, 02/18
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM		Details
131 Winterblast Registration (Pre-Registered & Walk-In) – On call, as needed
Lonny Ross | Dennis Miele | Michelle Joye
Secure your spot for the Winter Blast event hosted by the Western Pyrotechnic Association and get ready for an unforgettable experience! Check in, . . . collect your badge, and immerse yourself in the world of pyrotechnics, where excitement and education ignite. Join the celebration and let the Winter Blast adventure begin!		RegistrationSara ParkSunday, 02/18
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM		Details
132 WPA General Business Meeting, Election & Awards
WPA Board

WPA General Business Meeting, Election & Awards.

MeetingBleachersSunday, 02/18
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM		Details
133 B-Mag Open every hour, on the hour, for 15 minutes till 3 PM
Security Staff

Storage Bunker (B-Magazine) is now open for both product drop-offs and pick-ups.

ShootingContainerSunday, 02/18
12:00 PM to 3:00 PM		Details
134 Members Showcase Deadline to Sign Up
Margye Damjanovich | Bob Damjanovich
The Members Showcase is chance for our member manufacturers to show their weeks work on dark skies with an eager audience. All entries must be member . . . made devices – not purchased. Typically we see fabulous displays of craftsmanship and art spanning the range or round shells, cylinder shells, rockets, and more. Down load the entry form from the event tab or see Bob D. or Margye D. for a copy of it. Sign-up and entries must be complete and ready for the Membership Showcase team to e-match and drop by 12:30 pm on Sunday. Late entries may be refused depending on size of the show and number of volunteers available to load and wire the show. Here’s an idea – volunteer to help the team get ‘er done!		ShootingManufacturingSunday, 02/18
12:00 PM to 12:15 PM		Details
135 Trade Show
WWB Vendors
Explore the bustling trade show at WinterBlast, where vendors from across the pyrotechnic industry showcase their latest products and innovations. . . . Make sure to visit each booth for a hands-on experience with cutting-edge fireworks technology and to connect with the minds behind the magic. Don’t miss the chance to network with top suppliers and take your pyrotechnic passion to the next level at WinterBlast’s vibrant marketplace.		VendorSara ParkSunday, 02/18
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM		Details
136 Members Showcase Deadline to Deliver Product
Margye Damjanovich | Bob Damjanovich
The Members Showcase is chance for our member manufacturers to show their weeks work on dark skies with an eager audience. All entries must be member . . . made devices – not purchased. Typically we see fabulous displays of craftsmanship and art spanning the range or round shells, cylinder shells, rockets, and more. Down load the entry form from the event tab or see Bob D. or Margye D. for a copy of it. Sign-up and entries must be complete and ready for the Membership Showcase team to e-match and drop by 12:30 pm on Sunday. Late entries may be refused depending on size of the show and number of volunteers available to load and wire the show. Here’s an idea – volunteer to help the team get ‘er done!		ShootingSara ParkSunday, 02/18
12:15 PM to 12:30 PM		Details
137 Lifting and Rising Balls
Ellen Webb
In this demonstration seminar you will learn how to attach a lift line to your ball shells. This method uses a twisted cotton rope that has the . . . individual strings opened and attached to the shell, then glued and taped, giving a sleek, “onion top” appearance. For super a quick attachment, there will also be demo on how to secure by a tie off. To the rope the demonstration will show how to attach rising flower effects. The rising flower effect segment will include discussion on how the ‘flowers’ should be made (size, stars, effects), the timing of the “flowers” and the ignition of the “flowers”. There will also be a demonstration on an easy and secure method of attaching Rising Comets. This seminar is didactic and demo only.		SeminarTent 2Sunday, 02/18
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM		Details
138 Tingles & Goosebumps: Resonance in Response to Pyrotechnic Arts
Collin van Uchelen
Pyrotechnic arts can have an impact that we feel both in our bodies and in our emotions. At times, we are thrilled by awesome brilliance and shocking . . . intensity in a display. At other times, we feel tingles and goosebumps in moments that touch us deeply. “Resonance” is the word I use to describe this experience. In this interactive seminar, we will explore what ingredients help create this tingling energy in response to fireworks and pyro-musical displays.		SeminarTent 1Sunday, 02/18
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM		Details
139 Where Do Stars Come From?
Joel Baechle
Over, under, sideways, down, backwards, forwards, square and round – how do we make stars? What is a star, what are the various kinds and how are . . . they made? Going beyond the usual formulas and techniques, this seminar will start with conventional methods of star-making, and present some of the nuances of production, including solvents, binder solutions, and best uses the many varieties. Time permitting, some of the more specialized or unusual methods may be presented. It’s a much bigger subject than is covered in the literature that most are familiar with. A thorough overview of the different kinds of stars used in fireworks, merits and uses.		SeminarTent 1Sunday, 02/18
1:45 PM to 3:00 PM		Details
140 Fundamentals of Hydraulic Presses
Ben Smith
An overview of hydraulic presses for pyrotechnics. This seminar will cover the basic operation, safety concerns, and applications as it pertains to . . . making pyrotechnic devices.		SeminarTent 3Sunday, 02/18
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM		Details
141 Finales Roundtable
Sam Bruggema | Don Kark | Scott Danielson | Aaron Enzer
An open discussion about the many ways to approach, assemble and fire a finale. Discussion will address budgets, electrical versus hand fire, types of . . . product and styles. A number of prominent display operators and choreographers will join Sam Bruggema in this vigorous discussion.		SeminarTent 1Sunday, 02/18
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM		Details
142 Rockets Roundtable
Kurt Medlin | John Steinberg | Steve Majdali | Ben Smith
This session features a panel of experienced rocket builders that will discuss how various fireworks rockets are made, including Black Powder rockets . . . (core and end burning), Whistle Rockets, Strobe Rockets and Hybrid/Colored Tailed Rockets. During the discussion the panel will discuss each of the four rocket types, starting with a brief description of the rocket type and a diagram for reference. The amount of time spent on each will be determined by audience and panelists interest and engagement Discussion topics for each rocket type include − Aesthetics – what makes for a good/successful rocket of this type? − Formulating, mixing, adjusting the propellant − Tooling – differences/similarities to other rocket tooling − Loading the motor – hand ram or press, important considerations − Ignition considerations – how and where to light the propellant − Guidance/stability considerations − Display headings		SeminarTent 2Sunday, 02/18
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM		Details
143 B-Mag Open (Closed during displays)
Security Staff

Storage Bunker (B-Magazine) is now open for both product drop-offs and pick-ups.

ShootingContainerSunday, 02/18
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM		Details
144 Class B Safety Class (How to safely fire your shells)
Safety Staff
To light your product on the B-line you need a sticker on your badge. That sticker tells the line Safety that you are qualified to light your product. . . . Attend this quick seminar and learn how to safely conduct yourself out on the B-line. Each participant will light one B product under the watchful eye of a trained professional (well, mostly). When he is satisfied that you will be safe then you will get a sticker on your badge.		SafetySafety TentSunday, 02/18
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM		Details
145 Class C Vending (may close during the PIT show & Members Showcase)
WWB Vendors
Class-C Fireworks are now available! Swing by our vending area to add excitement to your celebrations with our top-quality fireworks. Enjoy them . . . safely and light up your event with a bang!		VendorClass-C TentSunday, 02/18
5:00 PM to 9:30 PM		Details
146 Open Shooting (No salutes after 9PM! Lines closed during Public Display)
Safety Staff
The skies are set to dazzle at the open shooting event—grab your fireworks and revel in the spectacle! Mind the curfew: no loud salutes past 9 PM. . . . Enjoy responsibly and have a blast!		ShootingFiring LinesSunday, 02/18
6:00 PM to 10:30 PM		Details
147 PIT show, Members Showcase & Closing Show (Open shooting closed for duration of display)
WWB Staff
The Members Showcase is chance for our member manufacturers to show their weeks work on dark skies with an eager audience. All entries must be member . . . made devices – not purchased. Typically we see fabulous displays of craftsmanship and art spanning the range or round shells, cylinder shells, rockets, and more.		DisplayBleachersSunday, 02/18
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM		Details
148 Closing Party | RV Camping Social & After Party
WPA Members
Gather with your fellow Pyro Winter Blasters for an enchanting evening social and campfire at the Pyro Pavilion, nestled in the heart of RV camping. . . . Immerse yourself in a lively celebration beneath the starlit sky, where the dazzling art of fireworks breathes life into the night. As dusk settles, converge around the campfire for moments that promise to be etched in memory. Wrap up warm, grab a chair, and bring along your zest for adventure. Contributions of drinks and fireworks are warmly received, enhancing our shared sense of joy. Whenever the campfire’s glow lights up the night, it’s your sign to join us for an evening brimming with fun and camaraderie.		SocialPyro PavilionSunday, 02/18
9:00 PM to 11:55 PM		Details
149 Afterglow
WWB Staff
Wind down at the end of each day at the Afterglow, this year hosted by the Eagles who have a fantastic spot for us less than a mile from the host . . . hotel at their Aerie. Food is available for those who have prepaid for it as part of their registration. A no host bar is also available with very reasonably priced beer, wine and spirits. A complimentary shuttle service is also available nightly from the host hotel to the Aerie and back between 10PM and 1AM. Eagles Aerie is located at 1561 Marlboro Dr., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403		SocialEagles AerieSunday, 02/18
10:00 PM to 1:00 AM		Details
150 Tear down and clean up at SARA
WWB Staff and Volunteers

Volunteer to help with clean up and get some or all of your clean up deposit refunded.

SocialSara ParkMonday, 02/19
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM		Details
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