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Fireworks are illegal in Centennial

The sale, use or possession of all forms of fireworks is against the law in Centennial. This ban includes retail fireworks stands and the lighting of fireworks that may have been purchased legally outside of the city. Professional fireworks displays conducted by state licensed firework operators are allowed only with proper permits obtained from the appropriate fire protection district.

Fireworks are defined very broadly in the Centennial ordinance. It covers all forms of fireworks, including bottle rockets, sparklers and snakes. The fireworks ban will be enforced by the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, along with local fire and code officials. The penalty for fireworks possession or sale is a maximum of $1,000 for each offense.