City of Murfreesboro, TN

06/26/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 06/25/2024 23:10

Fireworks within Murfreesboro's City Limits

We want you and your family to have a fun and safe Fourth of July Celebration!

Within the City limits, fireworks may only be used on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.

Watch this Fireworks Safety Video:

It is illegal to sell fireworks to:

  • Anyone younger than 16 years old. Purchasers close to that age must present to vendors a state-issued photo identification as proof of age or must be accompanied by an adult
  • Any intoxicated person
  • Any irresponsible person

It is illegal for anyone within the City to sell, use, or even possess:

  • Mortar fireworks with a tube (single or multiple) greater than 1½" in diameter
  • Reloadable fireworks
  • Bottle rockets

Fireworks cannot be used:

  • On private property without permission of the owner
  • On public property, which includes public streets
  • Within 600' of any church, hospital or public school and 22' for a fireworks vendor.
  • "Use" of a firework occurs where it is lit or launched and where it is directed or lands.

Fireworks cannot be discharged

  • From or at a motor vehicle
  • At a group of people

Note: Firework vendors in the City must provide purchasers a written list of the days and the hours of lawful use of when fireworks are permitted. Vendors must also provide written safety instructions appropriate for the type of fireworks sold.