The Maine State Fire Marshal's Office reminds everyone planning to celebrate the 250th Independence Day celebration with consumer fireworks to do so safely and responsibly.

The Fire Marshal's Office provides the following information:

Legal Hours for Consumer Fireworks

 Most days: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

 Extended holiday hours: On July 4 and the weekend immediately before and after July 4, consumer fireworks may be used from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. the following day.

For the 2026 Independence Day Holiday:

 Friday, June 26: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Saturday, June 27: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Sunday, June 28: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Friday, July 3: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Saturday, July 4: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Sunday, July 5: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Friday, July 10: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Saturday, July 11: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

 Sunday, July 12: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Remember:

 You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase, possess, or use consumer fireworks.

 Fireworks may only be used on your own property or on property where you have the owner's permission.

 Several types of fireworks—including bottle rockets, skyrockets, sky lanterns, missile-type rockets, helicopters, and aerial spinners—remain prohibited in Maine. Maine Firework stores sell all legal products.

 Many Maine municipalities have adopted local ordinances that further restrict or prohibit the use of consumer fireworks. Always check your local regulations before lighting fireworks.

Celebrate Responsibly

Keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby, never allow children to handle fireworks, never re-light a malfunctioning firework, and clean up all debris after your celebration.

Never point fireworks at another person or toward a crowd or building.

Respect your neighbors, pets, area livestock, Veterans, and those sensitive to loud noises by limiting late-night use and using fireworks only during the legal hours.

A safe celebration protects your family, your community, and Maine's firefighters and first responders. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

For more, see https://www.maine.gov/dps/fmo/inspections/fireworks/regulations