Can I set off fireworks for Eid?

Eid is meant to be joyful

Islam encourages lawful celebration on Eid. When Abu Bakr objected to two girls singing in the Prophet's house on Eid, the Prophet ﷺ said, "Every people has an Eid, and this is our Eid" (Sahih al-Bukhari 952). On another Eid he let Aisha watch Abyssinians performing with spears. So harmless fun, including fireworks, falls under the general rule that things are allowed unless there is a reason to forbid them. See Can I play music and games on Eid?

Why some scholars discourage them

• Waste. Spending large sums on something that disappears in seconds can slide into extravagance.
• Harm. Fireworks cause injuries, fires and frightened animals every year.
• Not part of the Sunnah. They have no religious value, so they shouldn't be seen as "doing Eid properly".

Respect the law and your neighbours

The Prophet ﷺ said, "There should be neither harm nor reciprocating harm" (40 Hadith an-Nawawi 32), and that a person whose neighbour isn't safe from his harm won't enter Paradise (Sahih Muslim 46). In practice:

• Check the rules. In England and Wales, fireworks can't be set off between 11pm and 7am, except on a few named nights such as Bonfire Night, New Year's Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year; Eid isn't one of them. Many US states and cities restrict or ban consumer fireworks.
• Keep it early and short. Babies, older people, people with PTSD and pets all suffer from late-night bangs.
• Tell the neighbours. A friendly note or a plate of Eid sweets goes a long way.

Better options

A public display, sparklers for the kids, quiet low-noise fireworks or simply lights and decorations give the same joy with less risk. And the money you save could go to an Eid charity. See Can I decorate my home for Eid? and Can I still celebrate New Year's Eve as a Muslim?