Peoria, AZ Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Consumer Fireworks
- Ground-based only on designated days
- Aerial Fireworks
- Prohibited without professional permit
- Age Requirement
- 16 years or older
- Fire Restrictions
- All fireworks banned during declared restrictions
Summary
Peoria restricts fireworks use. Consumer fireworks (permissible consumer fireworks) may be used on designated days around certain holidays but are otherwise prohibited. Display fireworks always require permits.
A. The sale and use of permissible consumer fireworks are of statewide concern. The regulation of permissible consumer fireworks pursuant to this article and their sale or use is not subject to further regulation by a governing body, except as follows:
1. In a county with a population of more than five hundred thousand persons, a city or town within its corporate limits or the county within the unincorporated areas of the county may do all of the following:
(a) Regulate, consistent with the standards set forth in NFPA 1124, the sale of permissible consumer fireworks within its corporate limits.
(b) Prohibit the sale of permissible consumer fireworks on days other than April 25 through May 6, May 20 through July 6 and December 10 through January 3 of each year and two
Full Breakdown
Arizona law allows the sale and use of permissible consumer fireworks (ground-based, non-aerial) on certain designated days, typically around July 4th, New Year's Eve, and other holidays. Peoria may impose additional local restrictions. Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, and roman candles are prohibited without professional display permits. All fireworks are prohibited in wildfire-risk areas during declared fire restrictions. Users must be 16 or older.
Violations & Fines
Illegal fireworks use carries fines. Use during fire restrictions may result in criminal charges. Property owners are liable for fire damage.
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