February 13, 2026 5:00 PM
Chinese New Year: Fireworks, Firecrackers & Sky Lanterns Are Illegal
The Chinese New Year begins February 17 and is celebrated for 16 days. While the Fire District embraces the Year of the Fire Horse symbolizing energy, independence, bravery, and rapid progress, the personal use of fireworks, including firecrackers, and the launching of sky lanterns is illegal and therefore NEVER allowed.
Fireworks that explode or leave the ground are illegal everywhere in the Fire District. Examples of illegal fireworks include bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles, cherry bombs, shells and rockets, M-80s, etc. Those who possess, sell or use illegal fireworks are subject to fines of over $1,000 and possible jail time.
View our informational page on fireworks to learn more.
