All consumer fireworks are banned within Metro Nashville under Metro Code Chapter 10.68. Nashville is one of only a few Tennessee cities to ban consumer fireworks, which are legal statewide under TCA §68-104-101.
Metro Code Chapter 10.68 prohibits the sale, possession, and discharge of consumer fireworks within Metropolitan Nashville-Davidson County. This is a local ban on fireworks that are otherwise legal statewide in Tennessee (TCA §68-104-101 allows consumer fireworks statewide). Professional permitted displays are allowed. The Nashville Fire Department and Metro Police enforce the ban year-round, with heightened enforcement around July 4th and New Year's. Violators risk fines and potential misdemeanor charges.
Fines $50–$500 per violation. Reckless use causing damage or injury: Class A misdemeanor under TCA §39-13-103 (up to 11 months 29 days, $2,500 fine).
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