Tasmania’s annual Cracker Night celebration.
Get your fireworks permit and shop our premium range of consumer fireworks for an unforgettable backyard display.
Follow these steps to legally purchase and use fireworks on Cracker Night 2027
Submit your permit application at Service Tasmania
The only legal day for consumer fireworks in Tasmania
Choose your 45-minute time slot when applying
You must be 18 years or older to apply for a fireworks permit in Tasmania.
Bring proof of identity (Category A & B documents) and $95.50 for the permit fee.
Submit your application in person at any Service Tasmania outlet by Friday, May 7, 2027.
Select either 7:00pm - 7:45pm OR 7:45pm - 8:30pm for your 45-minute display.
You must notify your local council and all adjoining neighbours at least 7 days before.
Important distance and safety regulations you must follow
Firing point must be at least 50m from neighbouring homes and roads
Minimum safe distance for spectators from the firing point
Distance from privately owned livestock (requires owner consent if closer)
Required distance from wildlife park boundaries
• Displays are prohibited during strong winds (over 39km/h)
• No fireworks during total fire bans
• Fireworks can only be used on your permitted date and time slot
Cracker Night 2027 falls on Saturday, May 29, 2027. This is the only day consumer fireworks can legally be used in Tasmania with a valid permit.
A Type 2 fireworks permit for consumer "shop goods" costs $95.50. This permit allows you to purchase and use fireworks during your allocated 45-minute time slot on Cracker Night.
Permit applications must be submitted in person at any Service Tasmania outlet. You'll need to bring proof of identity (Category A & B documents) and the $95.50 fee. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 7, 2027.
When applying for your permit, you must choose one of two 45-minute time slots: 7:00pm - 7:45pm OR 7:45pm - 8:30pm. You can only use your fireworks during your allocated time slot.
Yes, you must notify your local council and all adjoining neighbours at least 7 days before your display. This is a legal requirement and helps ensure everyone is prepared for the fireworks.
No. In Tasmania, you must have a valid fireworks permit before you can legally purchase consumer fireworks. We check all permits before selling any fireworks products.
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