Fireworks in Minnesota (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Fireworks may not be sold, possessed or used in Minnesota outside permitted displays, but sparklers and other non-explosive, non-aerial sparkling items, snakes, smoke devices and small noisemakers are excluded from the definition. Those items may not be bought by people under 18 and may not be used on public property; local governments may charge a capped licence fee for selling them but may not restrict their display for sale.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | No [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 18 years [2] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks other than the excluded sparkling items are prohibited; the excluded items may not be used on public property. [2] |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Only sparklers (up to 100 g), non-explosive, non-aerial sparkling items (up to 75 g per tube, 500 g for multiple tubes), snakes, glow worms, smoke devices and small trick noisemakers. Firecrackers, skyrockets, Roman candles and other fireworks are banned. [2] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | A local government may charge an annual licence fee for retail sale of the permitted items (up to $350 for sellers of only these items, $100 for other retailers), but may not impose other fees or prohibit or restrict their display for sale if it complies with NFPA 1124. [2] |
Notes
- Statute §624.20 subd. 1(c) excludes wire or wood sparklers up to 100 grams of mixture per item and other non-explosive, non-aerial sparkling items of 75 grams or less per tube (500 grams or less for multiple tubes), plus snakes, glow worms, smoke devices and trick noisemakers. Aerial and explosive consumer fireworks are 'fireworks' and are prohibited (§624.21).
- Local units of government may charge a retail licence fee for the excluded items but may not prohibit their display for sale (§624.20 subd. 1(d)). Local restrictions on use were not read.
Sources
- Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes: Minnesota Statutes 2025, section 624.21 Sale, possession, and use of fireworks prohibited (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes: Minnesota Statutes 2025, section 624.20 Fireworks; definitions (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Minnesota 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | No (sparklers/ground devices only) | 18 (sparklers etc.) | — | — | Excluded items: not on public property |
| Iowa | Yes (consumer fireworks) | 18 | 1 Jun-8 Jul, 10 Dec-3 Jan (tents 13 Jun-8 Jul) | 1 Jun-8 Jul, 10 Dec-3 Jan; 9am-10pm | Own or consenting owner's land; local limits |
| 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 |
| North Dakota | Limited list of items only | 12 | 27 Jun-5 Jul; 26 Dec-1 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| South Dakota | Yes | ⚠ Not yet verified | 27 Jun-5 Jul; 28 Dec-1 Jan | 27 Jun-Sunday after 4 Jul; 28 Dec-1 Jan | Black Hills, public land, 300 ft of stores |
| 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 Minnesota
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal for adults 21+, within limits · Growing at home: Yes: 8 plants, max 4 mature
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 mph · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 55 mph
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (provisional licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (instruction permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class 1, 2, 3 (bicycle) · Minimum age: 15 years
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Ordinary folding knives not named · Locking or one-handed knives: Automatic switch blade knives banned
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $11.41 per hour
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Voice/hands-free mode only, device not held
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes, driver and all passengers · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, driver and all passengers
- 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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