Fireworks in Montana (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Montana allows consumer fireworks (1.4G) meeting federal standards, sold at retail only from 24 June to 5 July and 29 to 31 December; no one under 18 may sell them. Fireworks may not be let off in state forests, parks or recreation areas, within 100 feet of a retail sales location, or from, inside or toward a motor vehicle. City and town councils may regulate or ban the sale and use of fireworks.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Yes [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) | Retail sale only from 24 June to 5 July and from 29 December to 31 December. [2] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Not in state forests, state parks or state recreation areas, within 100 feet of a fireworks retail sales location, from, inside or toward a motor vehicle, or near people or animals in a way likely to cause injury. [3] |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Permissible fireworks are those meeting the federal definition of consumer fireworks (27 CFR 555.11) and complying with US Consumer Product Safety Commission rules; other fireworks only for permitted public displays. [4] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | A city or town council may regulate or prohibit the explosion, use or sale of fireworks within the city or town; state law does not authorise sales where a city or town has banned them. [5] |
Notes
- Permissible fireworks are limited to consumer fireworks as defined in 27 CFR 555.11 that comply with CPSC rules (MCA 50-37-105). A city or town may ban the sale of fireworks within its limits (MCA 50-37-102(3), referring to 7-33-4206).
- Retail sale is also prohibited by mail order and within 300 feet of a hospital or church (50-37-103(4), (5)).
Sources
- Montana Legislature: MCA 50-37-104 Lawful sales or uses of fireworks (2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Montana Legislature: MCA 50-37-106 Sale of fireworks restricted to certain dates (2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Montana Legislature: MCA 50-37-103 Unlawful sale, transportation, or use of fireworks (2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Montana Legislature: MCA 50-37-105 Permissible fireworks (2025) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Montana Legislature: Montana Code Annotated 7-33-4206 Regulation of bonfires, fireworks, and other fire-causing agents (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
Montana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | Yes (permissible fireworks) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 24 Jun-5 Jul; 29-31 Dec | ⚠ Not yet verified | Not in state parks/forests; not near vehicles |
| Idaho | Yes (non-aerial only, set dates) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 23 Jun-5 Jul and 26 Dec-1 Jan | 23 Jun-5 Jul and 26 Dec-1 Jan | Severe fire-threat areas; not at vehicles/people |
| 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 |
More rules in Montana
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal for adults 21+, within limits · Growing at home: Yes: 2 mature plants, 2 seedlings
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 70 mph day / 65 night
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 15 (after 6 months on a learner licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 14.5 with a traffic education course
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Bicycle (one class)
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Carry offence covers firearms only · Locking or one-handed knives: No section on automatic knives listed
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $10.85 per hour
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes, every designated seat · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, every designated seat
- 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/provision banned) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (sales/provision 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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