Fireworks in Utah (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Utah allows sale of common consumer fireworks to the public from 24 June to 25 July, from 29 to 31 December and around Chinese New Year's Eve, and discharge only on set dates and hours. Firecrackers, aerial salutes, skyrockets, bottle rockets and Roman candles are barred, and municipalities and the state forester may close hazardous areas.
| 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) | From 24 June to 25 July, from 29 to 31 December, and for two days before and on Chinese New Year's Eve. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. from 2 to 5 July and from 22 to 25 July (to midnight on 4 and 24 July); from 11 a.m. on 31 December to 1 a.m. on 1 January; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on 1 January; and from 11 a.m. on Chinese New Year's Eve to 1 a.m. the next day. [1] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | A municipality may prohibit discharge in areas with hazardous environmental conditions and may prohibit negligent discharge. A county may prohibit negligent discharge. The state forester may close hazardous areas. Otherwise a county, municipality or the state forester may not prohibit discharge during the permitted periods. [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) | Consumer 1.4G fireworks bought at retail are allowed, except 'dangerous' items: firecrackers and similar explosives, skyrockets, missile-type rockets, aerial shells, cakes with more than 500 grams of composition, bottle rockets, Roman candles and stick rockets. [1] |
| Hours when they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on 2-5 July and 22-25 July (until midnight on 4 and 24 July); 11 a.m. on 31 December to 1 a.m.; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on 1 January; 11 a.m. on Chinese New Year's Eve to 1 a.m. [1] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Counties and municipalities may not ban use during the legal periods. A municipality may prohibit use in mapped areas with hazardous environmental conditions and negligent discharge; a county may prohibit negligent discharge; the state forester may close hazardous areas. [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. Only "division 1.4G common state approved explosives" (fireworks bought at retail for consumer use that are not "dangerous explosives") may be sold and discharged. Dangerous explosives include firecrackers, cannon crackers, ground salutes, M-80s, cherry bombs, skyrockets, missile-type rockets, aerial shells, bottle rockets, Roman candles and rockets on a wire or stick (§ 53-7-202(6)).
- Discharge outside these dates and times is an infraction punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 (§ 53-7-225(4)).
- Closure of areas with historical or existing hazardous environmental conditions follows Utah Code § 15A-5-202.5 and § 65A-8-212; the current text of § 15A-5-202.5 was not read for this entry.
Sources
- Utah Legislature: Utah Code, Title 53, Chapter 7, Part 2 (Fire Prevention and Fireworks Act), sections 53-7-202 and 53-7-220 to 53-7-225 (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Utah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | Yes (no firecrackers, rockets) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 24 Jun-25 Jul; 29-31 Dec; Chinese New Year eve | Set dates, 11am-11pm (see note) | Fire-hazard areas may be closed locally |
| Arizona | Yes (ground devices only) | 16 | Local limits: windows around holidays | Local limits: windows; not 11pm to 8am | Cities may ban; parks and preserves |
| Colorado | Yes (permissible fireworks only) | 16 | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Cities and counties may ban or restrict |
| 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 |
More rules in Utah
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Criminal offence (misdemeanour) · Growing at home: Prohibited
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 55 mph
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (licence after 6 months on permit) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (learner permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Three classes · Minimum age: Class 3: 16; under 14 supervised
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Concealed-carry offence covers firearms · Locking or one-handed knives: No separate rule
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes (state law) · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $7.25 per hour
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: No (calls allowed) · Hands-free use: Allowed
- 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 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: Any alcohol (under 21)
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