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Firework Sales & Pyrotechnic Displays

Category: Fire Department

Fireworks and pyrotechnic displays shall be limited to those intended specifically for public viewing outdoors and as are permitted pursuant to Minn. Stats. ยง 624.20 and chapter 56 of the fire code. Indoor pyrotechnic displays are permitted only in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. Public fireworks and pyrotechnic displays require application to the city for approval and, in conjunction with a fire department operational permit, as specified in section 8-2-6, prior to conducting the display. An application can be made through the Citizen Access permitting portal.

The sale of Fireworks also requires a permit. An application can also be made through the Citizen Access permitting portal.  Should sales occur in a tent or membrane structure, an additional permit would be required. See Temporary Tent and Membrane Structure Permits

If you have any questions, please contact the Fire Department at 507-328-2056.

Updated 5/7/2026 3:44 PM
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