Fireworks explode behind Lansdale Borough Hall as part of the borough's Founders Day celebrations on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023. Photo by Dan Sokil | The Reporter.
As Independence Day approaches, Lansdale Borough Police are urging residents to celebrate safely this weekend by attending professional fireworks displays rather than attempting to light their own.
Due to strict state laws and local ordinances, very few — if any — properties in the borough legally qualify for the use of consumer fireworks, police said.
Under Pennsylvania law, consumer fireworks must not be ignited within 150 feet of an occupied structure, a condition that most properties in Lansdale Borough simply cannot meet, police said.
Additionally, fireworks may not be discharged on public or private property without permission, from vehicles or buildings, or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. They are also prohibited on borough-owned streets, sidewalks, parks, and public spaces, according to law.
Contact your local municipal government agency to ask about its local fireworks laws.
Check out the following local professional fireworks shows in the area:
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Abington
Friday, 9 p.m.
Abington Junior and Senior High Schools
900 Highland Ave
Abington, Pennsylvania 19001
Ambler
Wednesday at dusk (rain date Thursday)
Wissahickon High School
521 Houston Road
Ambler, Pennsylvania 19002
Conshohocken
Thursday, 9:30 p.m.
Sutcliffe Park
West 9th Avenue and Freedley Street
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428
NOTE: Sutcliffe Park and surrounding areas will be closed to spectators to allow a larger display that can be watched throughout the borough.
Limerick Township
Friday at dusk
Waltz Golf Farm
303 W. Ridge Pike
Limerick, Pennsylvania 19468
Lower Providence Township
Friday at dusk (rain date Saturday)
Eagleville Park
100 Parklane Drive
Eagleville, Pennsylvania 19403
Pottstown
Friday, 9:30 p.m.
GoFourth! Street Fest
Pottstown Memorial Park
75 W. King Street
Pottstown, PA 19464
Skippack Township
Friday at dusk
Palmer Park
4081 Heckler Road
Skippack, Pennsylvania 19426
NOTE: Parking is available for $10 per car, cash only. Proceeds benefit the Special Events Program.
BUCKS COUNTY
New Hope
Friday, July 11 at dusk
Fireworks and drone show over the Delaware River
Stockton Avenue
New Hope, Pennsylvania 18938
Quakertown
Friday, 9:30 p.m.
Quakertown Community Day
Memorial Park
600 Mill Street
Quakertown, Pennsylvania 18951
Violating the state’s fireworks regulations can lead to fines or even prosecution. Lansdale Police are reminding residents that safety is paramount and that public firework displays are the best — and safest — way to enjoy the holiday festivities.
