Navigating New Fireworks Regulations in Phoenix This Season

On May 20, 2026, the Mayor and City Council approved revisions to the Phoenix City Code fireworks provisions. These changes align the City Code with state law and include every state-allowed prohibition on the use, possession, and sale of fireworks within City limits. The ordinance will be effective June 20, 2026. What’s changed: No fireworks on city-owned property, including parks Use of all fireworks is banned within one mile of mountain preserves A Stage 1 Fire Restriction status trigge