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Kentucky Where to Buy Fireworks (2026)

Permitted: In Kentucky you can buy the full consumer fireworks line year-round, at licensed retailers and seasonal stands.

PermittedVerified Jun 5, 2026

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Where to Buy Fireworks in states bordering Kentucky

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

IllinoisRestricted
In Illinois only novelties — sparklers, snakes, party poppers and smoke — are sold over the counter; consumer aerials and firecrackers can't be bought without a Consumer Fireworks Display Permit.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: sfm.illinois.gov · Full Illinois rule →
IndianaPermitted
In Indiana you can buy the full consumer fireworks line at licensed retailers and seasonal tents if you are 18 or older.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: in.gov · Full Indiana rule →
MissouriPermitted
The full consumer fireworks line is sold at licensed Missouri retailers during two seasons, roughly June 20 to July 10 and December 20 to January 2, though many cities ban use.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: dfs.dps.mo.gov · Full Missouri rule →
OhioConditional
In Ohio the full 1.4G line is sold only at licensed showrooms, and Ohio residents must sign an affidavit promising to take them out of the state within 48 hours — even though in-state discharge is now legal on set dates.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: com.ohio.gov · Full Ohio rule →
TennesseePermitted
In Tennessee you can buy the full consumer fireworks line year-round at licensed retailers and seasonal stands, though some counties and cities restrict them.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: tn.gov · Full Tennessee rule →
VirginiaRestricted
In Virginia only non-aerial, non-explosive fireworks — fountains and sparklers — are sold to consumers; aerials and firecrackers aren't sold at retail, and localities may restrict further.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →
West VirginiaPermitted
The full consumer fireworks line is sold at licensed West Virginia retailers, which register with the Fire Marshal, and at seasonal stands.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: code.wvlegislature.gov · Full West Virginia rule →

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