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New York Allowed Firework Types (2026)

Restricted: New York allows "sparkling devices" only, and only where they have not been opted out: ground-based or handheld devices that emit sparks or colored flame and may crackle or whistle but do not rise or explode.

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

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New York allows "sparkling devices" only, and only where they have not been opted out: ground-based or handheld devices that emit sparks or colored flame and may crackle or whistle but do not rise or explode. Prohibited statewide: ALL firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, spinners and aerial devices.

Official source: dhses.ny.gov →

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Allowed Firework Types in states bordering New York

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

ConnecticutRestricted
Connecticut allows sparklers and fountains only — non-explosive, non-aerial, and up to 100 grams. Bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles, aerial shells, and all other fireworks are illegal to sell, buy, possess, or use without a permit.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: portal.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts allows no consumer fireworks at all — even sparklers, party poppers, snappers, firecrackers, spinners and "cold spark" devices are prohibited for consumers. No consumer category is legal.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
New JerseyRestricted
New Jersey allows handheld and ground-based sparklers, ground-based fountains and smoke devices, and novelties (party poppers, snappers, snakes). Prohibited: ALL aerials and firecrackers — bottle rockets, Roman candles, firecrackers, mortars, anything that explodes or goes airborne.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: nj.gov · Full New Jersey rule →
PennsylvaniaPermitted
Pennsylvania permits consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets, and aerial shells. Display fireworks (larger salutes and professional aerial shells) require a permit. Ground and handheld sparkling devices and novelties are allowed at all times statewide.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: pa.gov · Full Pennsylvania rule →
VermontRestricted
Vermont allows handheld wire and wood sparklers under 14 inches without a permit, plus snakes, party poppers, smoke devices, and snappers/poppers. All firecrackers, Roman candles, and aerial fireworks are prohibited without a permit.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: legislature.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →

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