Maine Fireworks LawsLike everywhere else in the United States, the Maine fireworks laws are unique to that specific state. Before using any type of fireworks such as sparklers for weddings, it is very important to know all of the Maine fireworks laws to prevent any type of fines or legal problems on your big day.

Whether you live in Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, or any other city in Maine, breaking the local fireworks laws can ruin your wedding in a big hurry; even though it’s home to the most easterly point in the U.S., West Quoddy Head. Below we have list the current Maine fireworks laws to help prevent any unwanted problems when using wedding sparklers on your big day.


State of Maine Fireworks Laws:

Permitted: Most ground-based consumer fireworks.

Prohibited: Missile-type rockets as defined by the State Fire Marshal, Helicopters and aerial spinners, Sky rockets and bottle rockets.

Selling Period: N/A

Age of Purchase: 18 years of age.


More Facts About Maine:

Nickname: Pine Tree State

Motto: Dirigo (I direct)

Statehood: March 15, 1820 (23th)

Origin of State’s Name: Probably a reference to the state region being a mainland, different from its many surrounding islands.

Largest Cities: Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, Auburn, South Portland

Border State: New Hampshire

Land Area: 30,865 sq. mi.; 39th largest

State Bird: Chickadee

State Flower: White pine cone and tassel (pinus strobus, linnaeus)

State Tree: Eastern White Pine

State Song: State Song of Maine

*Please note that while we always attempt to keep this section up-to-date with the latest Maine fireworks laws, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. This information is for reference purposes only, and you should check with the Maine state government before using wedding sparklers at your event. Wedding Day Sparklers is not responsible for errors in the information on this site, and will not be held responsible for any violations of the law.