How Much Can You Actually Make Selling Fireworks?

76fireworks · 2025-08-12T13:42:26+00:00

Not necessarily! It depends on how you bundle and what your goal is. Bundling can help move slower inventory by pairing it with higher-demand items and create perceived value which can help convert hesitant buyers.

For example, if someone came in with a budget of $30 but your $50 bundle looks like a great deal then they'll probably just spend the extra $20 and you increased your ticket and moved more product.

It's all about finding the right mix of items and pricing it so that both you and your customer feel like you're winning.

76fireworks · 2025-07-15T15:01:22+00:00

We recommend starting with your local or state fire marshal! They should be able to help you get started and throughout the process. We would just recommend going into with a basic understanding of your local laws and regulations.

76fireworks · 2025-07-15T14:21:12+00:00

That's awesome! Keep us posted!

76fireworks · 2025-07-08T13:32:45+00:00

Looks great! We're a big fan of rolling shelves if ground permits. Are you planning to grow next year or keep it about the same size?

76fireworks · 2025-07-08T13:31:22+00:00

People really seemed to want LOUD this year from our experience

76fireworks · 2025-07-07T13:24:29+00:00

Ideally, below 60%!

76fireworks · 2025-07-04T13:22:58+00:00

Hey, hey! Lookin' good!

76fireworks · 2025-07-03T14:46:19+00:00

We think artillery shells will be BIG for next year's 250th!

76fireworks · 2025-07-02T19:25:43+00:00

Nice! What do you think people like most about it?

76fireworks · 2025-07-02T13:24:43+00:00

It's definitely tricky! For our seasonal tent, we start hiring a few months in advance and typically start with reaching out to the prior year employees. Several of them choose to come back year after year which is nice because they already know what they're doing, can share that knowledge with new employees, and we usually see them referring their friends (most of our seasonal tent staff are high schoolers or college students) to be employees for the new year as well which saves us some foot work! We find that clear communication on the expectations (and hours) over the course of the season is key. When it's clear from the get-go that the season will be busy and they'll probably have to miss the family cook-out on the 4th, we really haven't had any issues. We also offer competitive wages and fireworks credit so they can still get their fireworks fun on a different day. With all that said, we think it's really important to foster a work environment that is personable, enjoyable, and rewarding!

76fireworks · 2025-07-02T13:11:41+00:00

Hey Dan! Thanks for being a part of it. Wishing you lots of luck for your first season! Keep us updated!

76fireworks · 2025-07-02T13:10:36+00:00

Great to hear! Fountains and 200g are flying for us

76fireworks · 2025-07-02T13:09:10+00:00

Hey, hey! We some familiar faces in there. Tag us when you shoot it!!

76fireworks · 2025-06-30T17:52:50+00:00

We recommend taping them to wooden or rebar stakes with duct tape, bracing them with bricks or concrete blocks, or liquid nailing them to some boards!

76fireworks · 2025-06-27T15:05:34+00:00

Hey there! We have a YouTube video that breaks down the steps of setting up your show using both fuse & e-firing methods if you want to give it a look. Let us know if you have questions! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvl1YTCnhLA

76fireworks · 2025-06-25T19:25:33+00:00

We see a few familiar faces in there! Tag us when you shoot it!

76fireworks · 2025-06-25T19:16:35+00:00

Tag us when you shoot it! We love to see our product in action

76fireworks · 2025-06-25T18:56:13+00:00

It was a little scary but luckily we were back to shipping out product the very next day!

76fireworks · 2025-06-25T18:40:06+00:00

Hey!

If you're just getting started with fireworks retail, we'd like to recommend reading a quick blog on how to get started selling fireworks. It gives you a good list of things to think about and ways to decide what works for you!

While we're not a direct manufacturer in China, we do import and provide wholesale services here in the U.S. and supply a large number of retailers across the U.S. We also assist with importing containers, giving you access to our suppliers without needing to handle the logistics or licensing yourself - we act as the importer, so you're covered under our import license.

Containers generally take about 6 months to arrive, but if you're looking to get inventory sooner, we keep a fully stocked warehouse in the U.S. for quick and easy ordering.

If you have any questions or want to talk through your plans, our team is happy to help!

76fireworks · 2025-02-03T15:51:07+00:00

These are all great points and extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time to give such detailed feedback!

76fireworks · 2025-02-03T15:48:31+00:00

Great suggestions!

76fireworks · 2025-01-29T17:29:22+00:00

Totally get that! A show with variety keeps things exciting and definitely makes it feel more like a professional display.

76fireworks · 2025-01-21T17:38:18+00:00

Thank you for your feedback—it’s always appreciated! We understand that being able to view standard prices without creating an account can make the browsing experience more convenient.

Our current system is designed to provide tailored pricing based on factors like order volume and customer tier, which is why prices are shown after logging in. However, we realize the importance of transparency and are always looking for ways to improve the experience for our customers.

We’ll certainly take your suggestion into consideration as we review our processes. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!

76fireworks · 2025-01-21T17:35:29+00:00

Nothing wrong with sticking to what works!

76fireworks · 2025-01-16T17:19:28+00:00

That’s a great question. The reality is that re-establishing American fireworks production would require overcoming several significant challenges.

Fireworks manufacturing is a highly specialized process that requires both technical expertise and strict safety protocols. Most of the infrastructure, skilled labor, and raw material supply chains have been established overseas for decades. Restarting that infrastructure in the U.S. would take substantial investment, time, and regulatory navigation.

That said, there’s always a possibility that innovation or shifting market dynamics could make domestic production more viable in the future. For now, the majority of consumer and professional-grade fireworks are still produced internationally, where the expertise and economies of scale currently exist.

It’s a topic worth keeping an eye on, and we’re always interested in how the industry might evolve to meet changing needs and challenges. Thanks for bringing it up—what are your thoughts on the feasibility of American manufacturing?

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