Fireworks in Oregon (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Oregon permits retail sale of non-aerial consumer fireworks (such as fountains, flitter sparklers, ground spinners and wheels) only from 23 June to 6 July. The State Fire Marshal states that state law sets no time limit on use, and cities, counties and rural fire protection districts may prohibit sale or use.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Yes [1] |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Retail sales permits authorise the sale of consumer fireworks only from 23 June to 6 July. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | The State Fire Marshal states that Oregon law has no regulation on when retail fireworks may be used; local governments may have their own rules. [2] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | A city, county or rural fire protection district may prohibit the sale or use of fireworks within its area, and no permit authorises use where a local ordinance prohibits it. [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Only consumer fireworks bought from a permit-holding retailer: cone and cylindrical fountains, flitter sparklers, ground spinners, illuminating torches and wheels, plus other items of 500 grams or less that the State Fire Marshal recognises by rule. All other fireworks are banned except at permitted displays. [1] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | State permits do not authorise sale or use where a city, county or fire protection district prohibits it by law or ordinance. A rural fire protection district may regulate fireworks by ordinance outside cities that regulate them, but may not ban items authorised by state law or limit sales to fewer than five days a year (including 30 June to 4 July). [1] |
Notes
- State law does not use the European categories F1 to F4. "Yes" here means that state law lets the public buy and use consumer fireworks (the class 1.4G devices regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission) beyond sparklers and novelties. In Oregon the retail category covers fountains, flitter sparklers, ground spinners, illuminating torches and wheels. The State Fire Marshal states that bottle rockets, Roman candles, firecrackers and certain aerial fireworks (class 1.4G) may be used only with a permit from the Fire Marshal's office.
- The State Fire Marshal's fireworks page adds that there are restrictions on where fireworks can be used, such as beaches and federal lands.
Sources
- Oregon Legislative Counsel: Oregon Revised Statutes, Chapter 480 (Explosives; Fireworks), 2025 edition (Internet Archive snapshot of 11 August 2026) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Oregon State Fire Marshal: Fireworks Safety and Education (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Oregon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | Non-aerial retail fireworks only | ⚠ Not yet verified | 23 Jun-6 Jul | No state time limit | Local bans possible |
| California | Yes (state-approved "safe and sane" only) | 16 (safe and sane fireworks) | 28 Jun noon to 6 Jul noon | ⚠ Not yet verified | Local (city/county) bans and rules apply |
| 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 |
| Nevada | Yes ("safe and sane" Class C only) | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Counties may ban or restrict |
| Washington | Yes (no rockets, firecrackers) | 16 | 28 Jun-5 Jul; 27-31 Dec | 28 Jun-5 Jul; 31 Dec 6pm-1am | Not in brush/forest 15 Apr-1 Dec; local bans |
More rules in Oregon
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- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 20 mph business; 25 mph residential · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 55 mph; 65 mph on listed highways
- 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: Bicycle
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Not named in concealed-carry ban · Locking or one-handed knives: Concealed spring/gravity blade banned
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes (state law) · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $15.55 per hour (standard rate)
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free, 18 or older
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: 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 (under 21 may not buy or possess) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (under 21 may not buy or possess)
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: Any amount (under 21)
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