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Columbia, SC  29205
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SPECIAL JULY 4TH HOURS
SAT, JUNE 29 – 9:30am to 8pm
SUN, JUNE 30 – 10am to 8pm
MON, JULY 1 – 10am to 9pm
TUES, JULY 2 – 10am to 9pm
WED, JULY 3 – 9am to 10pm
THURS, JULY 4 – 9am to 10pm
FRI, JULY 5 – 11am to 8pm

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ALL-NEW FIREWORKS LAWS 2024

Read the following frequently asked questions about firework laws changing in South Carolina this year:

What are the latest law changes for 2024?

Fireworks are still legal to buy and shoot in South Carolina, but residents of Richland County, SC and the City of Columbia need to be aware of recent changes to the law regarding the use of fireworks. Greenville County and the city of Greenville have already enacted similar laws.

 As of Nov 1, 2022, the City Council of Columbia, South Carolina ruled that fireworks must be shot after 7:00 AM and before 10:00 PM daily, with two exceptions:

On July 4th and New Year’s Eve holidays, you can shoot fireworks until 1:00 AM the following day (July 4th and January 1). 

As of January 1, 2024, Lexington County will allow fireworks to be shot until 12:30 AM on New Year’s Day. 

As of January 1, 2024, fireworks in Lexington County are enforced as part of the regular noise ordinance.

An allowance will be made so people can shoot fireworks as late as 12:30 AM on January 1 — New Year’s Day. 

In all other instances, be considerate of your neighbors in terms of noise, where it is legal to shoot until 10:00 PM.

The good news is that fireworks are still legal to buy and shoot every day of the year in South Carolina. 

Local governments are trying to balance the desire for people to shoot fireworks every day with the local noise ordinances that are already in place for things like loud music, parties, or construction equipment. 

As long as you are considerate with your neighbors, and shoot at reasonable hours of the day, you are unlikely to have anyone to report you in terms of shooting fireworks. We must remember, laws can change both ways, and if a noise ordinance seems too restrictive, if enough people band together and vote against it, we can change the law to be more accommodating of the great tradition of fireworks.

2024 FIREWORK LAW FAQ

Fireworks are still legal to buy and shoot in South Carolina, but residents of Richland County, SC and the City of Columbia need to be aware of recent changes to the law regarding the use of fireworks. Greenville County and the city of Greenville have already enacted similar laws.

 As of Nov 1, 2022, the City Council of Columbia, South Carolina ruled that fireworks must be shot after 7:00 AM and before 10:00 PM daily, with two exceptions:

On July 4th and New Year’s Eve holidays, you can shoot fireworks until 1:00 AM the following day (July 4th and January 1). 

As of January 1, 2024, Lexington County will allow fireworks to be shot until 12:30 AM on New Year’s Day. 

  1. It is now illegal to negligently, recklessly, or intentionally direct the discharge of fireworks towards a structure, animal, or person
  2. You also can’t intentionally detonate fireworks upon the land of another without express prior consent 
  3. It is illegal to offer for sale or sell permissible fireworks to children under the age of sixteen (16) years unless accompanied by a parent
  4. It is now illegal to ignite or detonate fireworks within six hundred (600) feet of a church, hospital, public school, unless the church, hospital, or public school is holding an event or has given permission for the use of fireworks on or near its property
  5. One now cannot legally ignite or detonate permissible fireworks within a motor vehicle or discharge a permissible fireworks from a motor vehicle
  6. It is also illegal to place or throw an ignited firework into or at a motor vehicle
FOR THOSE IN OTHER COUNTIES, CHECK LOCAL LAWS
  • In Greenville County, fireworks are allowed until 1 a.m. going into July 5.
  • In the city of Greenville, the Fourth of July is an exception to the general noise ordinance. Shooting off fireworks is not allowed after 12:30 a.m. on July 5. Sparklers and other similar fireworks that don’t make noise are also an exception.
  • Fireworks are not allowed within the Mauldin and Travelers Rest city limits.
  • Fireworks are allowed in the Greer, Fountain Inn and Simpsonville city limits.
  • Fireworks are legal in Spartanburg County, but not within Spartanburg city limits.
  • Fireworks are legal in both Anderson County and within Anderson city limits.

For most cities, fireworks are legal and safe to light every day. According to the S.C. Code of Laws, Title 23 Chapter 35, consumer-grade fireworks are legal to buy, store and shoot for those aged 16 and older. Fireworks are legal to buy year-round and not just on July 4th or New Year’s Eve. Local ordinances may differ, but all firework prohibited zones must be clearly marked with a 12″ x 12″ sign clearly stating that fireworks are prohibited. Otherwise, within city limits on July 4th or New Year’s Eve, fireworks are governed by noise restrictions. So, be safe and respectful of your neighbors, and enjoy shooting fireworks all year long in South Carolina.

Yes, as long as you take some common sense precautions. Casey’s “Ground Zone” fireworks are family-friendly and stay on the ground. Casey’s also offers noise-free fireworks. Adult supervision is critical. As long as you are over 16 years old, you can buy and shoot fireworks yourself. Always read and follow instructions on firework labels and shoot fireworks only under the supervision of an adult.

Check with your local laws of course, but typically fireworks are governed under similar laws to noise restrictions. If you are shooting late enough (like 2 AM to 3 AM on a weekend or after midnight on a weekday) to bother your neighbors, they can certainly call the police. The good news is that, if you are exercising good safety, most police officers are sympathetic, and will typically ask how late you’ll be shooting. As long as you stick to your schedule and don’t shoot too late, you’ll typically be fine. Informing your neighbors beforehand is a great way to include them and keep the tradition alive.

Unlike other states that only allow the sale of so-called “safe and sane” fireworks, South Carolina allows any Consumer-class (C-class) fireworks, with a few exceptions. Bottle rockets smaller than 3.5 inches are not allowed in SC, as well as so-called “cherry bomb” firecrackers, also called “ground salutes.” As long as you steer clear of these illegal fireworks, your show should be well within legal limits.

Casey’s Fireworks offers several different options for those who are on a budget, but still want a great show. The trick is to mix firework types. Fountains are inexpensive, safe, and great to set off early in your show. From there, you can move to  aerial fireworks – bottle rockets, Roman Candles and Saturn Missiles. For the finale, pick up some mortar shells and multi-shot cakes. We offer packages featuring all the fireworks above for under $99.99

Myrtle Beach, Folly Beach, Hilton Head, and Kiawah Island have all prohibited fireworks. However, fireworks are allowed outside of Myrtle Beach city limits in Horry County and outside Charleston city limits in Charleston County. Fireworks are not permitted in Beaufort County. Hardeeville permits firework use on July 4th and “similar holidays.”

In the state of South Carolina, it is legal to buy, sell, and store fireworks year-round. This is true for tourists and newcomers to the state of S.C. as well as locals. As long as you can prove you are over the age of 16, you don’t need to be a resident of South Carolina to buy fireworks from South Carolina. 

Unlike other states that require or prohibit purchasers of fireworks to be from that specific state, South Carolina does not require its firework customers to be S.C. residents or possess an S.C. driver’s license.

Casey's Firework Store Zones Make Shopping Easy

Casey's Fireworks Store Guide - an overview of our fireworks store, arranged into different zones

HOW DO I PUT ON A GREAT FIREWORKS SHOW?

The key is in knowing how to mix as many firework styles as possible...

STEP 1: START WITH THE GROUND ZONE

Kid-Friendly and Adult Snappers Fireworks
Noiseless and Low-Noise Fireworks at Casey's Fireworks
Family-Friendly Barnyard Animal Fireworks

All the best firework shows start small, usually with classics like sparklers and snap-n-pops. Casey’s Fireworks has a wide selection of kid-friendly fireworks you’ll remember from childhood as well as modern updates like noise-free and low-noise fireworks, all made to stay safely on the ground.

STEP 2: FOR BIG BOOMS, VISIT THE EXPLOSIVE ZONE

Firecrackers and Ladyfingers from Black Cat Fireworks at Casey's
Loud Firecrackers at Casey's Fireworks, including bunker busters, M-80s and salute crackers

“Firecrackers aren’t everyone’s favorite, but for those who want to make a statement, they’re some of the most expressive fireworks on sale. Whether you prefer the excitement of 100, 400, or 900 rolls of continuous firecracker explosions, or the precision of “one fuse-to-one-BOOM” Supercharged Crackers, Casey’s has every option you need to make a big boom. We offer the loudest fireworks legal in South Carolina, including some that explode underwater.

STEP 3: TO GET SOME HEIGHT, MOVE TO THE AERIAL ZONE

Saturn Missiles are some of the most classic fireworks in our aerial zone – Casey's stocks several sizes, from 25-shot to 500-shot
A selection of flying fireworks including ladybugs, small bees, rockets, missiles, and robo-bats

For most firework fans, seeing the sky filled with colorful explosions is part of the magic of the event. To recreate this in your backyard show, Casey’s Fireworks has a huge Aerial Zone, filled with single-shot missiles, bottle rockets, and both night and day parachutes. Our store is set up so everywhere you walk on the blue tiles, you can be sure that the fireworks next to you go up in the air. Casey’s makes it easy to fill the sky with fireworks!

STEP 4: WANT THE BIGGEST BOOMS IN THE STORE, GO TO THE PRO ZONE

The ultimate step up at Casey’s Fireworks is our Pro Zone, filled with the biggest and baddest fireworks on sale today. We have a wide selection of 500g multi-shots from a diverse array of manufacturers. From 5-inch and 6-inch canister-style, reloadable artillery shells to massive, 252+ shot single-fuse shows, you can be certain to find what you’re looking for in the Pro Zone at Casey’s. More importantly, we guide you through your shoot, from start to finish. 

Casey's Fireworks Pro Zone has Mortars and 500g Multi-Shots for Huge Backyard Displays

STEP 5: SHOOT 'EM UP AND HURRY BACK TO CASEY'S FIREWORKS...

Contact Us

3830 Rosewood Drive
Columbia, SC  29205
Call (803) 738-9173
columbia-sc-fireworks
SPECIAL JULY 4TH HOURS
SAT, JUNE 29 – 9:30am to 8pm
SUN, JUNE 30 – 10am to 8pm
MON, JULY 1 – 10am to 9pm
TUES, JULY 2 – 10am to 9pm
WED, JULY 3 – 9am to 10pm
THURS, JULY 4 – 9am to 10pm
FRI, JULY 5 – 11am to 8pm

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