Mesa restricts consumer fireworks to specific holiday windows under ARS §36-1606. Permissible consumer fireworks (ground-based only) are allowed June 24–July 6 and December 26–January 4. Aerial fireworks are illegal statewide.
Consumer fireworks in Mesa are regulated under ARS §36-1606, which allows cities in counties with populations over 500,000 (Maricopa County qualifies) to restrict use to designated holiday periods. Permissible consumer fireworks (ground-based items like sparklers, fountains, and novelty items) may be used June 24 through July 6 and December 26 through January 4. Outside these windows, Mesa can and does prohibit consumer fireworks use. During permitted periods, fireworks are restricted to 8 AM through 11 PM, except New Year's Eve (until 1 AM January 1) and July 4th (until 1 AM July 5). Aerial fireworks — roman candles, firecrackers, bottle rockets, and aerial shells — are illegal throughout Arizona. Professional fireworks displays require permits from Mesa Fire and Medical. Stage 1 or higher fire restrictions from federal or state agencies can override the holiday windows.
Using illegal fireworks is a criminal offense. Fines and potential criminal charges enforced by Mesa Police and Mesa Fire. Professional displays without permits face additional penalties. Fire restriction violations carry separate state penalties.
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