Seasonal & Holidays

Union City's Fireworks Laws

Safe and sane fireworks are allowed, but only from July 1 - 4.

UNION CITY, CA — The 4th of July will be here before we know it. Union City allows the use of “safe and sane” fireworks. The city has prepared a short review of Union City's Fireworks Ordinance:

1. Fireworks are allowed to be used between 8:00AM and 10:00PM on July 1-3 and
between 8:00AM and 11:00PM on July 4.
2. Fireworks are banned from City parks, buildings, or land owned by the City; all parks will
close at 7:30PM on July 4, 2019.
3. Fireworks are not allowed anywhere east of Mission Boulevard.
4. Fireworks are only allowed to be used on private property with the permission of the
resident or property owner. Fireworks are not allowed to be used upon, over, or onto the
property of another without his or her consent.
5. Fireworks are not allowed on public property, such as public sidewalks and streets.
6. Fireworks are not allowed to be used within ten feet of any residence, dwelling, or other
structure used as a place of habitation by human beings.

The police department will have extra officers patrolling to respond to fireworks calls. Call the Police Department's Non-Emergency line at (510) 471-1365 and choose option No. 1 to report violations.

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Remember:

  • always supervise children when using fireworks
  • pets and fireworks don't mix

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