Fireworks: Gilbert vs Phoenix
How do fireworks rules compare between Gilbert, AZ and Phoenix, AZ?
Gilbert has fewer restrictions than Phoenix.
Gilbert, AZ
Maricopa County
Gilbert prohibits consumer fireworks year-round except during state-mandated legal periods (May 4-6, June 24-July 6, Dec 24-Jan 3). Fireworks are prohibited on all public property. Violations carry a $1,000 fine.
View full Gilbert rules →Phoenix, AZ
Maricopa County
Phoenix bans the use of consumer and permissible consumer fireworks within city limits under Sec. 23-44.2. Only novelty items and permitted public displays allowed. State law ARS §36-1606 allows permissible consumer fireworks statewide but Phoenix has opted for a local ban.
View full Phoenix rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Gilbert | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Periods | May, Jun-Jul, Dec-Jan | - |
| Outside Dates | $1,000 fine | - |
| Public Property | Prohibited always | - |
| Hours | 8 AM–11 PM | - |
| In City | - | Consumer fireworks banned |
| Novelty | - | Snappers/poppers allowed |
| State Law | - | ARS §36-1606 |
| Aerial | - | Illegal statewide |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Gilbert FAQ
Are consumer fireworks legal in Gilbert?
Gilbert prohibits consumer fireworks year-round except during state-mandated legal periods (May 4-6, June 24-July 6, Dec 24-Jan 3). Fireworks are prohibited on all public property. Violations carry a $1,000 fine.
When can I set off fireworks in Gilbert?
Legal Periods: May, Jun-Jul, Dec-Jan. Outside Dates: $1,000 fine. Public Property: Prohibited always. Hours: 8 AM–11 PM.
Phoenix FAQ
Are consumer fireworks legal in Phoenix?
Phoenix bans the use of consumer and permissible consumer fireworks within city limits under Sec. 23-44.2. Only novelty items and permitted public displays allowed. State law ARS §36-1606 allows permissible consumer fireworks statewide but Phoenix has opted for a local ban.
When can I set off fireworks in Phoenix?
In City: Consumer fireworks banned. Novelty: Snappers/poppers allowed. State Law: ARS §36-1606. Aerial: Illegal statewide.
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