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New York Where to Buy Fireworks (2026)

Conditional: New York allows only "sparkling devices" to be sold, by state-certified sellers during the June and December windows, and only in counties that have opted in — New York City and many counties have not.

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Official source: dhses.ny.gov →

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Where to Buy Fireworks 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 only sparklers and fountains to be sold, at no more than 100 grams and to buyers 16 or older; all other consumer fireworks are illegal to sell or possess.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: portal.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts is the only total-ban state: no consumer fireworks may be sold, bought or possessed there, sparklers included.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
New JerseyRestricted
New Jersey allows only sparklers and non-aerial novelties to be sold; aerials and firecrackers aren't sold at retail, and that is actively enforced.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: nj.gov · Full New Jersey rule →
PennsylvaniaPermitted
The full consumer fireworks line, including aerials, is sold at licensed Pennsylvania retailers and seasonal facilities to buyers 18 or older.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: pa.gov · Full Pennsylvania rule →
VermontRestricted
Vermont allows only sparklers and novelties to be sold to consumers; anything more requires a display permit.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: legislature.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →

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