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Fireworks sales start June 28 in Hastings
Fireworks sales begin Sunday, June 28 within Hastings city limits under the city’s Code of Ordinances.
Permissible fireworks may be sold and ignited the following times and days:
10 a.m. to 10 p.m., June 28 to July 2
10 a.m. to midnight, July 3 and 4
Fireworks may not be used on any public street, alley, sidewalk, park or other property owned by the City of Hastings without a special permit issued by Hastings Fire & Rescue.
Fireworks may not be thrown from or into any motor vehicle.
Sky lanterns or any other free-floating device that includes a flame or heating device used as a lifting mechanism are prohibited.
Anthony Murphy, Risk Reduction Officer with Hastings Fire & Rescue, would like to remind everyone to remain diligent to prevent fires and burn injuries. Adults should light and/or supervise the fireworks, and everyone should soak used fireworks in a bucket of water overnight. Veterans and pets don’t necessarily enjoy the noise; Please be mindful of your neighbors and pets and observe the hours of discharge allowed by code.
To ensure Hastings Fire & Rescue can focus resources on emergency response and fire prevention activities, the department will no longer be able to accept unused fireworks.
“We appreciate everyone who has used this service in the past,” Murphy said. “If you need help determining how to safely store or dispose of unused fireworks, we’re happy to provide guidance. Thank you for helping us keep the community safe and thank you for your understanding.”
Hastings Fire & Rescue can be reached at (402) 461-2350.
For more information about the sale and use of fireworks, the city code can be found at cityofhastings.org.
Published Date: 06/17/2026