When Can I Legally Shoot Off Fireworks In Great Falls Montana?

It's almost time for one of the loudest American holidays, the Fourth of July. Outside of Halloween, it was my favorite holiday as a kid.

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I still like the Fourth of July, but as a parent with little ones, I can appreciate the rules and restrictions that come with the celebration.

When can I start shooting off fireworks in Great Falls?

Well, that depends honestly on where you are shooting off your fireworks, whether in the city or surrounding areas.

There are different rules for both selling and discharging fireworks when it comes to Cascade County and the City of Great Falls. Keep reading!

The rules about fireworks in Cascade County, Montana

When it comes to the rules and regulations surrounding fireworks in Cascade County, they are a bit more relaxed. Firework stands can begin selling fireworks on June 24th and then sell through July 5th.

What you should know about fireworks in the city of Great Falls, Montana

When it comes to buying and selling fireworks in the city limits, stands can start on July 2nd and sell through July 4th.

That is also the time when you can shoot off your fireworks legally within the city limits as well. You're allowed to do so on those days, but ONLY from 8 am until Midnight.

There are a few other rules to know when it comes to the Fourth of July celebrations in Montana

Children under the age of 10 need to have an adult supervising them at all times.

Fireworks can only be discharged on private property, not on publicly owned areas such as parks, streets, cul-de-sacs, public sidewalks, public-right-of-ways, or any publicly owned parking lot/parking space or alley.

And finally, remember to clean up after your display. I suggest having a 5-gallon bucket of water and placing the used fireworks in it to ensure they are no longer smoldering.

Can I get fined for shooting off fireworks illegally in Great Falls?

Yes, there are fines and they aren't cheap.

• 1st Offense - $100
• 2nd Offense - $200
• 3rd Offense - $300
• 4th Offense - $1000

So keep this in mind come this Fourth of July and we'll make sure everyone has fun!