IPA - Iowa Pyrotechnic Association

08/31/2026

It is with great sorrow that yesterday we learned of the passing of another ipa member and former president Ray Garris.
He was the guy with a smile on his face all the time, could light up a room and was a true friend to many. Pyro was his passion and he will be greatly missed.

08/28/2026

For those that attended PGI this year and won a trophy, please bring those to our meeting Saturday. We would love to share in your excitement.

07/18/2026

If anyone needs anything from the fireworks farm, please get ahold of me, Tony lenz or call Jason at the farm. He will be coming to the club class today.

07/17/2026

So this Saturday at 2pm we will have a star rolling class possibly followed up with a round table discussion about the goods and bads of everyone's fireworks shows. We have a shoot permit and no burn bans in place so bring your toys to play. There is no potluck so either pack a dinner or run to vinton for food. Looking forward to seeing everyone this Saturday. Be safe!

06/18/2026

Good morning pyro people. Due to several events happening this weekend including Gary's celebration of Life, there will be no class on Saturday. This is an open shoot for that evening for those that want to go and test for PGI. If anyone had any questions, please reqch out to Tony or me, Dan. Thanks and have a safe and wonderful day!

06/13/2026

It is with great sadness that we have to share the passing of another ipa member. Gary Peiffer slipped away from us Thursday morning. We send out thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. He was a great guy and will be truly missed.

05/31/2026

PGI class underway.

05/31/2026

Did someone lose these yesterday at the meeting?

05/25/2026

The junior ipa will be hand lighting a bunch of cakes and artillery shells at this meeting on saturday. Pleade feel free to bring some of either if you would like to shoot some off. Please see John Kuennan with questions

05/23/2026

Good afternoon everyone Hope you are enjoying the official start to summer. Don't forget next weekend is our business meeting at Tim's Birds place. 6483 26th ave Vinton. Start time is 1pm with a potluck. Bring your toys as we have a shoot permit. Sunday will be the PGI certification class. Starts at 9am. Online registrati9n at iowapyro.com page under calendar. Lunch will be provided. Hope yo see you all this weekend!

The Iowa Pyrotechnic Association, aka "IPA", is one of the largest firework clubs in the Midwest. The IPA is dedicated to the safety, artistry, and promotion of fireworks of all types. We sponsor educational, informational, and hands-on fireworks-related seminars of all types at our 4 to 6 meetings....