Fireworks in Missouri (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Permit holders may sell consumer fireworks, including aerial and ground devices, to the public: annual retailers all year and seasonal retailers from 20 June to 10 July and 20 December to 2 January. Children under 14 may buy only in the presence of a parent or guardian, and consumer fireworks may not be ignited within 600 feet of a church, hospital, mental health facility or school.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Yes [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 14 years [2] |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Annual retailers: all year. Seasonal retailers: 20 June to 10 July and 20 December to 2 January. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Not within 600 feet of a church, hospital, mental health facility or school, nor from or at a motor vehicle; cities, towns, villages and charter counties may regulate or prohibit fireworks. [2] |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Consumer fireworks meeting US Consumer Product Safety Commission rules, including aerial devices, ground devices and novelties, may be sold to and used by the public. [3] |
Notes
- Consumer fireworks are CPSC-compliant devices including aerial devices (RSMo 320.106(5), 320.131). Cherry bombs, M-80s and other tubular salutes are prohibited (320.136). Cities, towns, villages and charter counties may regulate or prohibit fireworks within their limits (320.121).
- RSMo 320.151(1) bars retail sale to children under 14 unless the child is with a parent or guardian. The statute sets no higher purchase age and no minimum age for use.
- Further use restrictions in 320.151: not within 300 feet of ignitable liquid or gas storage or a gasoline pump, not within 100 feet of a place where fireworks are stored or sold, not from or at a motorised vehicle, and not at or near a person.
Sources
- Missouri Revisor of Statutes: RSMo 320.141 Permissible items of consumer fireworks, how sold, when (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Missouri Revisor of Statutes: RSMo 320.151 Sales to children, sales by children, unlawful ... exploding fireworks near ... prohibited (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Missouri Revisor of Statutes: RSMo 320.106 Definitions (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Missouri 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | Yes (permitted retailers) | 14 (under 14 with parent) | Year-round (annual); seasonal 20 Jun-10 Jul, 20 Dec-2 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | 600 ft from schools etc.; local bans |
| Arkansas | Yes (permissible Class C items only) | 12 | 20 Jun-10 Jul, 10 Dec-5 Jan (permanent shops: all year) | 20 Jun-10 Jul and 10 Dec-5 Jan | 600 ft from churches, hospitals, schools; local bans |
| 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 |
| Illinois | No (permitted displays only) | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Banned statewide (permitted displays only) |
| Kansas | Yes (licensed retail; bottle rockets banned) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Seasonal: 20 Jun-7 Jul; permanent: year-round | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Kentucky | Yes (registered sellers) | 18 | 10 Jun-7 Jul; 26 Dec-4 Jan (seasonal) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Within 200 ft of buildings/people; local rules |
| Nebraska | Yes (licensed sellers) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 24 Jun-5 Jul; 28 Dec-1 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Oklahoma | Yes (no stick rockets) | 12 (under-12s only with an adult) | 15 Jun-6 Jul; 15 Dec-2 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | Within 500 ft of churches, schools, hospitals |
| Tennessee | Yes where county/city allows sale | 16 (16-17 need photo ID or an adult) | 20-30 May, 10 Jun-10 Jul, 1-10 Sep, 10 Dec-3 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | Some counties/cities ban sale; check locally |
More rules in Missouri
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal for adults 21+, within limits · Growing at home: Yes, with a registration card
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph unless posted · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 60 mph
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (intermediate licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (instruction permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class 1, 2, 3 (bicycle) · Minimum age: 16+ for Class 3
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Concealed carry banned only in restricted areas
- 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, driver and front-seat passengers · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: No for adults; children under 16 must be secured
- 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 (supplying under 21 banned) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (supplying under 21 banned)
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% (under 21)
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