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District of Columbia Allowed Firework Types (2026)

Restricted: The District of Columbia permits sparklers under 20 inches, fountains, cones, torches, dip sticks, non-poisonous snakes, paper novelties and caps.

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

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The District of Columbia permits sparklers under 20 inches, fountains, cones, torches, dip sticks, non-poisonous snakes, paper novelties and caps. Prohibited: firecrackers, Roman candles, floral and artillery shells, bottle rockets, pinwheels, helicopters and anything that explodes, shoots a projectile, moves, or throws sparks beyond 12 feet.

Official source: fems.dc.gov →

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