Fireworks: Madison vs Sun Prairie
How do fireworks rules compare between Madison, WI and Sun Prairie, WI?
Madison and Sun Prairie have similar restriction levels.
Madison, WI
Dane County
Madison bans nearly all consumer fireworks under MGO 23.05, following WI Stat 167.10 which allows cities to further restrict. Only sparklers, snakes, smoke bombs, and stationary cone fountains are permitted without a permit.
View full Madison rules →Sun Prairie, WI
Dane County
Sun Prairie restricts consumer fireworks to sparklers and non-explosive devices per WI law. The city has heightened fireworks awareness following the 2018 explosion during the annual Hometown Days celebration.
View full Sun Prairie rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Madison | Sun Prairie |
|---|---|---|
| State Law | WI Stat 167.10 | - |
| City Code | MGO 23.05 | - |
| Allowed | Sparklers, snakes, smoke | - |
| Banned | All aerial and explosive | - |
| Enforcement | MFD and MPD | Heightened awareness |
| Aerial Fireworks | - | Prohibited |
| Sparklers | - | Legal |
| City Display | - | Professional only |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Madison FAQ
Are bottle rockets legal in Madison?
No. Bottle rockets and all aerial fireworks are illegal for consumer use within Madison without a city-issued permit.
Can I buy fireworks in Madison?
Only novelty items like sparklers. Retailers cannot sell aerial or explosive fireworks for use in the city.
Sun Prairie FAQ
Can I buy fireworks in Sun Prairie?
Only non-explosive consumer fireworks (sparklers, snakes, smoke devices) are legal under Wisconsin law.
Does Sun Prairie have a public fireworks display?
Yes. Professionally managed displays are held with enhanced safety protocols.
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