Fireworks

Fireworks

You can use certain legal fireworks in Oregon, also called retail fireworks, in places where fireworks are allowed. Check to see which products are legal for consumers in Oregon. Fireworks are defined as a low-explosive pyrotechnic device.

In Oregon, the sale and display of fireworks are regulated by the Oregon State Fire Marshal, specifically the Regulatory Services Division's Licensing and Permits Unit. 

Illegal fireworks should be reported to your local law enforcement agency via their non-emergency number.  

Below you will find links to the various information and services offered by our agency. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at OSFM.LP@OSFM.Oregon.Gov.

• Fireworks Education
• Firework Operator Certificates
• Firework Permits

Legal fireworks in Oregon include but are not limited to novelty devices, wheels, flitter sparklers, fountains, smoke devices, and ground spinners.  

The legal sale of retail fireworks in Oregon is from June 23 to July 6. There is no regulation pertaining to when consumer legal fireworks may be used. Please be courteous to your neighbors and friends. 

There are restrictions as to where fireworks can be used, such as beaches and federal lands. Always check with the local jurisdictions. See the fireworks education page. 

Illegal fireworks include but are not limited to sky lanterns, missiles, rockets, firecrackers, cherry bombs, M-80s, Roman candles, and bottle rockets.  

Should you wish to report the firing of illegal pyrotechnic devices, please contact your local law enforcement via their non-emergency number.

If you would like to request information about issued permits on a specific location, please submit a Public Records Request.  

For assistance in disposing of your leftover or unwanted fireworks, call your local law enforcement via their non-emergency number or the Oregon State Police non-emergency number at 1-800-452-7888.