Fireworks in Nebraska (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Nebraska allows only consumer fireworks (1.4G) to be possessed, sold and let off, apart from permitted displays. Licensed sellers may sell them between 24 June and 5 July on a July licence or between 28 December and 1 January on a December licence, unless a local government enacts different restrictions.
| 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) | 24 June to 5 July (July licence) or 28 December to 1 January (December licence), unless a local government enacts different restrictions. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | It is unlawful to possess, sell or discharge any fireworks other than consumer fireworks (1.4G), apart from display fireworks bought by display-permit holders and toy caps. [2] |
Notes
- Source is the State Fire Marshal agency page, not the statute text. Class C fireworks are described there as consumer fireworks (DOT 1.4).
Sources
- Nebraska State Fire Marshal: Fireworks: General Information (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Nebraska Legislature: Nebraska Revised Statutes 28-1244 Fireworks; unlawful acts (Internet Archive snapshot of 11 December 2025) (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
Nebraska 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | Yes (licensed sellers) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 24 Jun-5 Jul; 28 Dec-1 Jan | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Colorado | Yes (permissible fireworks only) | 16 | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Cities and counties may ban or restrict |
| 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 |
| Kansas | Yes (licensed retail; bottle rockets banned) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Seasonal: 20 Jun-7 Jul; permanent: year-round | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| 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 |
| 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 Nebraska
- CannabisPossession for personal use: 1 oz or less: infraction, $300 fine (first time)
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph residential, 20 business · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 50-65 mph depending on road type
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (provisional operator's permit) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (learner's permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class I, II, III (bicycle)
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Concealed ban only for under-21s, prohibited persons
- 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: No (texting/reading banned) · Hands-free use: Calls not restricted
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Under 18 only
- 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 (a minor is under 21) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (a minor is under 21)
- 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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