Fireworks in Massachusetts (2026)

Last reviewed: 9 October 2026

In short: Massachusetts prohibits selling, possessing and using fireworks, including sparklers, except for supervised displays under a permit.

Rule	What applies
Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2)	No ^[1]
Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2)	⚠ Not yet verified
Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2)	⚠ Not yet verified
When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2)	⚠ Not yet verified
When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2)	⚠ Not yet verified
Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2)	No person may sell, keep or offer for sale, possess, use or explode fireworks (which the section defines to include sparklers, firecrackers, rockets and fountains). The section does not apply to a supervised display under a permit from the marshal or a designated officer under section 39A, or to the other listed exceptions such as sales for shipment out of the state. ^[1]
Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2)	None: the ban covers all consumer fireworks, including sparklers, fountains, wheels and firecrackers. Only toy caps and toy pistols with very small amounts of explosive are excluded; displays need a permit. ^[1]

Notes

The statute defines fireworks to include firecrackers, rockets, Roman candles, fountains, mines and sparklers. Toy caps with 0.25 grain or less of explosive compound are excluded and may be sold and used at all times.

State	Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks	Minimum age to buy	When they may be sold to the public	When they may be let off	Where they may not be let off
Massachusetts	No (sparklers included)	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	Banned statewide (permitted displays only)
Connecticut	No (sparklers excepted)	16 (sparklers and fountains only)	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	Banned statewide (display permits; sparklers excepted)
New Hampshire	Yes (permissible fireworks, licensed sellers)	21 (18+ if on active duty)	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	Private property only; towns may ban
New York	No (sparklers/ground devices only)	18 (sparkling devices)	—	—	Fireworks banned; NYC bans sparklers
Rhode Island	Non-aerial items only	16	Any time (non-aerial items)	Any time (non-aerial items)	⚠ Not yet verified
Vermont	No (sparklers excluded)	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	⚠ Not yet verified	Banned (display permits only)

CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal for adults 21+, within limits · Growing at home: Yes: up to 6 plants
Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 mph (prima facie) · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 40 mph (prima facie)
Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16½ (junior operator licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 16 (learner's permit)
E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class 1 and 2 (bicycle)
Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Not named unless locking or spring-release · Locking or one-handed knives: Locking-draw devices banned; switchblade ban void
Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $15.00 per hour
Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free allowed
Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 21 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 21
Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 21 (sales to under 21 banned) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (sales to under 21 banned)
Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% = licence suspension (under 21)

General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.