As fireworks begin to be sold throughout Dallas County, it’s important to know the regulations involving their use within the communities. 

For Perry and Adel residents, the use of consumer fireworks is not allowed within the city limits at any time. For residents in rural portions of Dallas County they are allowed to use fireworks on private property from June 1st to July 8th from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and July 4th and the Saturday and Sunday before and after the 4th between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. 

Dallas Center residents may use fireworks within the city limits only from July 1st-5th between the hours of 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. except on the 4th where the hours are 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.  and it must be on their own property or someone’s property who has given them permission. Consumer fireworks can not be discharged on city property including parks, parking lots, sidewalks or streets.