Michigan Fireworks LawsLike everywhere else in the United States, the Michigan 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 Michigan fireworks laws to prevent any type of fines or legal problems on your big day.

Whether you live in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, or any other city in Michigan, breaking the local fireworks laws can ruin your wedding in a big hurry; even though “The Cereal Bowl of America”, Battle Creek, produces most cereal in the USA. Below we have list the current Michigan fireworks laws to help prevent any unwanted problems when using wedding sparklers on your big day.


State of Michigan Fireworks Laws:

Permitted: Consumer Fireworks as defined in APA Standard 87-1 sections 3.1.2, 3.1.3, or 3.5

Prohibited: All fireworks not specifically permitted.

Selling Period: N/A

Age of Purchase: 18 years of age.


More Facts About Michigan:

Nickname: Great Lakes State/ Wolverine State / Water Wonderland

Motto: Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam, Circumspice (If You Seek a Pleasant peninsula, Look About You)

Statehood: January 26, 1837 (26th)

Origin of State’s Name: Based on Chippewa Indian word “meicigama” meaning “great water,” and referring to the Great Lake

Largest Cities: Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Flint, Lansing

Border States: Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin

Land Area: 56,809 sq. mi., 22nd largest

State Bird: Robin

State Flower: Apple Blossom (pyrus coronaria)

State Tree: White pine (pinus strobus)

State Song: Michigan, My Michigan

*Please note that while we always attempt to keep this section up-to-date with the latest Michigan fireworks laws, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. This information is for reference purposes only, and you should check with the Michigan 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.