Fireworks in Michigan (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Michigan allows licensed retail sale of consumer fireworks and low-impact fireworks such as sparklers to people aged 18 or over. Local governments may not regulate sales but may regulate use, including hours, except after 11 a.m. on protected days around New Year, Memorial Day, 29 June to 4 July and Labor Day.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Yes [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 18 years [2] |
| 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) | A local government may regulate by ordinance the hours of the day and night during which consumer fireworks are ignited, discharged or used, but such an ordinance may not regulate use after 11 a.m. on 31 December (until 1 a.m. on 1 January), on the Saturday and Sunday before Memorial Day, from 29 June to 4 July, on 5 July if it is a Friday or Saturday, or on the Saturday and Sunday before Labor Day (on those days other than 31 December until 11.45 p.m.). [3] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | A person may not ignite, discharge or use consumer fireworks on public property, school property, church property or the property of another person without that organisation's or person's express permission. A local government may regulate ignition, discharge and use of consumer fireworks by ordinance. [2] |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Both consumer fireworks (devices meeting US Consumer Product Safety Commission rules and listed in APA Standard 87-1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3 or 3.5) and low-impact fireworks (ground and handheld sparkling devices) are allowed for the public. [4] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Local governments may not regulate the sale, storage or distribution of fireworks, but may regulate their use, including hours. They may not restrict use after 11 a.m. on protected days around New Year, Memorial Day, 4 July and Labor Day; local fines are $1,000 per violation. [3] |
| Hours when they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Hours are set by local ordinance, but use cannot be restricted from 11 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. on the weekend before Memorial Day, 29 June to 4 July, 5 July if a Friday or Saturday and the weekend before Labor Day, and from 11 a.m. on 31 December to 1 a.m. on 1 January. [3] |
Notes
- Consumer fireworks are devices complying with US Consumer Product Safety Commission rules and listed in APA Standard 87-1; low-impact fireworks (ground and handheld sparkling devices) are a separate category (MCL 28.452). Sale from a retail location needs a consumer fireworks certificate and compliance with the conditions in MCL 28.455. A local government may regulate ignition, discharge and use (MCL 28.457(2)).
- A person may not sell consumer fireworks to a minor; the Act defines a minor as an individual under 18. The age of the purchaser must be verified by photograph identification.
Sources
- Michigan Legislature: MCL 28.455, Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Sale of consumer fireworks from retail location (Internet Archive snapshot of 22 December 2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Michigan Legislature: MCL 28.462, Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Prohibited conduct (Internet Archive snapshot of 8 January 2026) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Michigan Legislature: MCL 28.457, Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Local ordinances (Internet Archive snapshot of 11 August 2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Michigan Legislature: MCL 28.452, Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Definitions (Internet Archive snapshot of 25 December 2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Michigan and neighbouring states
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Yes (consumer fireworks; licensed retail) | 18 | ⚠ Not yet verified | Local limits barred after 11am on 31 Dec, 29 Jun-4 Jul | Not on public or others' property without permission |
| Illinois | No (permitted displays only) | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Banned statewide (permitted displays only) |
| Indiana | Yes (sold by certified retailers) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Tent sales max. 45 days a year | Not 11pm-9am; local limits apply | Own or consenting owner's property |
| Minnesota | No (sparklers/ground devices only) | 18 (sparklers etc.) | — | — | Excluded items: not on public property |
| Ohio | Yes, from licensed retailers | 18 | ⚠ Not yet verified | Only on listed holidays | Private property only; local bans possible |
| Wisconsin | Yes, with a municipal permit | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Dates set in the permit | Per permit; local bans possible |
More rules in Michigan
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal for adults 21+, within limits · Growing at home: Yes: up to 12 plants
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph (business district) · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 55 mph
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceEarliest age to drive a car supervised: 14 years 9 months (level 1)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class 1, 2, 3 (bicycle) · Minimum age: 14+ for Class 3
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Not named; "dangerous weapon" concealed is banned · Locking or one-handed knives: Former mechanical-opening ban repealed (2017)
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $13.73 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: Adults: no; under 16: 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 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: Any alcohol (under 21)
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