It depends on where you are. In many places, fireworks are allowed on specific dates and only during certain hours, while local city or county rules can be stricter.

General rule

  • Some places allow fireworks only on holidays like July 4 or New Year’s Eve.
  • Others allow them year-round but ban them late at night, often between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
  • Local fire bans or emergency orders can override the usual schedule.

Examples from current rules

  • Florida: fireworks are allowed on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Independence Day, with sales allowed during set windows.
  • UK: fireworks generally cannot be set off between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., with some holiday exceptions.
  • Auckland: fireworks can be lit on private property from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily, and until 1 a.m. on January 1.

Safety

  • Use fireworks outdoors, away from dry grass and buildings.
  • Keep water or a hose nearby and never relight a dud.
  • Check your local laws first, because many areas restrict or ban fireworks during fire-risk periods.

If you tell me your city or state, I can give the exact legal times for your area.