Want to make your own fireworks show to ring in 2025? Here’s what Beaufort County law says
With 2025 right around the corner, New Year’s Eve celebrations are in full swing.
From ball drops and late-night parties, one thing is almost always guaranteed on New Year’s Eve: fireworks.
While the dazzling lights are fun to watch, it’s important to know the laws and regulations to enjoy fireworks safely.
South Carolina fireworks law:
In the state of South Carolina, anyone over the age of 16 is allowed to purchase fireworks and shoot them anytime after 7:00 a.m. and before 10:00 p.m. daily. The two exceptions to this rule are on July 4th and New Year’s Eve, when it is legal to shoot fireworks until 1:00 a.m.
Even though this is a state law, different municipalities have varying rules.
Here’s what to know about fireworks laws in Beaufort County.
Beaufort County fireworks law:
In Beaufort County and the Town of Bluffton, fireworks are not allowed unless you obtain a permit from the South Carolina State Fire and the Bluffton Township Fire District.
You can apply for a permit here.
In addition, fireworks are also not allowed on any beach. This includes Hilton Head, Kiawah Island, Folly Beach and Myrtle Beach.
But you can still enjoy fireworks this New Year’s Eve with the inaugural Beaufort River Fireworks show. This event will have a full fireworks show, vendors and family-friendly fun.
This event will begin at 9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, 102 West Street. It is free and open to the public.
What about sparklers?
Sparklers are allowed within Beaufort County and do not require any special permit, just make sure to use them safely.
Safety tips:
Here are nine safety tips from the Consumer Product Safety Commission to stay safe around sparklers, fire and when watching fireworks shows.
Never allow children to play with or ignite anything with fire, including sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit—hot enough to melt some metals
Never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs
Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy, in case of fire or other mishap
Light one at a time
Never point or throw fire devices (including sparklers) at anyone
After sparklers complete their burning submerge the spent device with water from a bucket or hose before discarding the device to avoid a trash fire
Never light them indoors
Only use them away from people, houses and flammable material
Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning items
