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SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Get ready for a special Fourth of July in Snohomish County as the country celebrates its 250th Birthday! While personal fireworks are banned in cities like Everett and Lynnwood, you can catch professional displays at Mountlake Terrace’s Lake Ballinger, Everett’s Thunder on the Bay, Marysville’s Ebey Waterfront Park, and Arlington’s Quake Park Fireworks Display. The Lynnwood Times compiled this guide covering legal firework zones, safety tips, and community events for you and your family to enjoy a safe and festive 250^th Independence Day!

The discharge of fireworks is illegal in many areas of Snohomish County year-round. Below is where not to discharge personal fireworks in Snohomish County:

• Arlington
• Bothell (except for sparklers, tanks, and other novelty devices on July 4th between 9 am to 11 pm)
• Brier
• Edmonds
• Everett
• Federal Land
• Goldbar
• Index
• Lynnwood
• Marysville
• Mill Creek
• Mountlake Terrace
• Mukilteo
• Snohomish (New for 2026: The Snohomish City Council adopted Ordinance 2515, effective March 9, 2026, which updates SMC Chapter 5.54 to prohibit the sale, purchase, discharge and use of fireworks.)
• Woodway
• Snohomish County Parks
• Unincorporated Snohomish County in the Southwest Urban Growth Area
• Washington State Parks

Snohomish County residents are encouraged to call 425-407-3999 to report the illegal discharge of fireworks—please do not call 911 unless there is an immediate threat to life or property. Fireworks discharge violations are a Class 1 civil infraction punishable by a $500 penalty in accordance with SCC 30.53A.400 and SCC 10.70.110(1)(a), and subject to a court order of restitution.

However, all is not lost! The following areas will allow residents to discharge personal fireworks to celebrate Independence Day:

• City Limits of Darington (June 28^th 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., June 29^th to July 3^rd 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight, and July 5^th 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.)
• City limits of Granite Falls (July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight only)
• City limits of Lake Stevens (July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight only). Prohibited in city property and parks.
• City limits of Monroe (July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight only). Prohibited in city property and parks. Lake Tye Park turf fields will be closed on July 4, reopening the following day.
• City limits of Stanwood (July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight)
• City limits of Sultan (July 3^rd 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., July 4^th 9 a.m. to midnight, and July 5^th 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.)
• Unincorporated Snohomish County outside of Southwest Urban Growth Area (July 4th, 9 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.)

To view the interactive Snohomish County Interactive Fireworks Discharge Map, click here.

REMEMBER: Fireworks and alcohol and/or marijuana don’t mix! If you are in a jurisdiction where firework discharge is legal and you plan to partake, please assign a designated “shooter” who stays sober and unimpaired. Each year, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office and the Fire Marshal’s Office receive more than 650 firework-related calls in July.

When possible, it is best to view fireworks at a public display. If you do set off fireworks at home, please follow these suggestions to stay safe:

• Only use legal consumer grade fireworks.
• Have a bucket or hose nearby.
• Do not allow children to handle fireworks under any circumstance and keep them far from all flammable celebration materials.
• Do not use fireworks that appear to be damaged or tampered with.
• Do not consume alcohol while using fireworks.
• Do not point fireworks at others and back away quickly after lighting any fuses.
• Keep fireworks and sparklers away from your body. Sparklers can burn at temperatures above 1000 degrees.

For more information, contact the State Fire Marshal’s Office at (360) 596-3904.

Mountlake Terrace 4^th of July Celebration

Mountlake Terrace’s Fourth of July celebration begins at 6:00 p.m., Friday, July 3, and will include pie eating contests, field games, a DJ and food trucks. Then, promptly at 10 p.m., a fantastic fireworks display over beautiful Lake Ballinger will surely be the highlight of the evening.

Although personal fireworks are illegal in the city, the City Council authorized a fireworks display with a professional pyrotechnics company. Seeing as the fireworks display will take place over the lake the boat launch and waterfront areas, including the new fishing pier, will be closed during the performance for safety.

Spectators can view the fireworks on the hillside of the park – directly to the south and southeast of the Mickey Corso Community Clubhouse (also known as the Mountlake Terrace Senior/Community Center).

Park and clubhouse restrooms will be closed to the public but there will be portable restrooms on site. Strong attendance is expected so the City urges attendees to plan ahead and be prepared for any weather conditions. The city also advises attendees to bring chairs or blankets for seating.

Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area as there will be expected congestion and there will also be no on-site parking so walking, biking, and rideshares are strongly encouraged.

Limited parking for guests with disabilities is available at the clubhouse parking area. Other options include free parking at the Mountlake Terrace Transit Center or paid parking at the Nile Shrine at 6601 244th Street SW followed by a walk along the Lakeview Trail. If you are taking the bus, Community Transit route 130 drops off across the street from Ballinger Park  https://www.communitytransit.org/route/130/schedule

Everett Thunder on the Bay

On July 4 proper, the City of Everett will be hosting a fireworks display of their own at Legion Park beginning at approximately 10 p.m. Leading up to the main event there will be live music, food trucks, and a beer garden beginning at 3 p.m.

The 18-minute firework display will ignite the nearby Snohomish River and Port Gardner Bay, to a synchronized soundtrack by tuning in to KXA FM 101.1 or AM 1520 for the full experience.

Free parking is available at Everett Community College, with a shuttle providing easy access to the festival.

Leading up to the pre-fireworks festivities the City of Everett will also be hosting its annual Fourth of July parade, beginning at 11 a.m., bringing downtown Everett to life with colorful floats, marching bands, community groups, and plenty of red, white, and blue spirit.

The parade is organized by the Everett 4th of July Foundation—a local non-profit powered by passionate community volunteers—this beloved event highlights the pride, creativity, and heart of Everett.

Marysville 4^th of July Fireworks Display

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 4, 2026 — Marysville is throwing an unforgettable hometown Independence Day party at Ebey Waterfront Park (1404 1st St.) that the whole family will love.

This year’s celebration is extra special as Marysville joins communities across the nation in honoring America’s 250th anniversary (America 250). Expect red, white, and blue everywhere — from festive flag banners along State Avenue to flower baskets in patriotic colors throughout the city. It’s the perfect way to celebrate freedom, community, and summer fun!

What’s Happening This Year?The festivities kick off at 6:00 PM and run until 10:00 PM, with the grand fireworks finale lighting up the sky around 10:00 PM.Here’s the full lineup:

• 6:00 – 10:00 PM — Food trucks & Scavenger Hunt (throughout Ebey Waterfront Park and along 1st Street)
• 6:00 – 8:00 PM — Wrestling with Americana-themed performers (big personalities and red-white-blue spectacle in the ring!)
• 8:00 – 9:30 PM — Live music by the Chris Eger Band (high-energy rock, blues, and all-American vibes perfect for a summer evening)
• 10:00 PM — Spectacular professional fireworks display over the south end of Marysville

A lineup of food trucks will be on site from 6–10 PM, offering everything from tacos and loaded fries to cookie dough, brats, burgers, and more.

2026 Food Vendors: 

• Sugar and Spoon – Sugar + Spoon | Cookie Dough | Shop Now! (sugarspoondough.com)
• Big Red Truck – Catering Service, Event Catering, Caterer – Lake Stevens, WA (cheftonyscatering.com)
• Tacos Pirata- Tacos Pirata | Arlington WA | Facebook
• Golden Delicious- Golden Delicious
• CaribBean Cuisine
• BratBros – Brats, Burgers, Loaded Fries
• Kettle & Pop – Kettle & Pop – Home | Facebook

Grab dinner, then join the fun scavenger hunt in the park (stop by the City of Marysville tent for instructions and prizes)!

Festive photo opportunities will be available throughout the evening for those perfect Instagram-worthy shots.

Fireworks: Located on the south end of town near Ebey Waterfront

Locations to view from:

• Ebey Waterfront Park- 1404 1^st St.
• South end of Marysville Mall Parking lot- 105 Mall Way
• Additional street parking areas can be found along 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd
• Visit your local south end neighborhood park
• Livestreamed on our Facebook page

Arlington’s Quake Park Fireworks Display

July 3 Activities:

• Stilly Beer & Wine Garden at Haller Park, July 3, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Live music starting at 5:30 p.m. with Stilly River Lockdown band. 
• Line Dancing at Smokey Point Park, July 3 at 6:00 p.m. with South Fork Country Kickers

July 4th Celebration:

• Pancake Breakfast at Haller Park 8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sponsored by Stilly Valley Youth Dynamics.  $8 breakfast, $15 for 2, $25 for 4, and $35 for 5 or more.  All proceeds go to help continue Youth Dynamics drop in events and activities for youth in the Stilly Valley. 
• Kids’ Kloset Silent Auction at Haller Park, 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 
• Freedom 5k Color Run at Haller Park, 10:00 a.m. Sponsored by Arlington Runners Club
• Stilly Beer & Wine Garden at Haller Park, July 3 & 4, 2026,  July 4th 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Island Comfort Band (Classic Rock) July 4, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • One-Hit Wonders July 4, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Lifeway Hometown Carnival at Legion Park 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by Arlington Lifeway.  Old fashioned carnival with bouncy houses, face painting, balloon animals, giant bubbles, ring toss, lawn bowling, fishbowl toss, lawn games and more! 
• Kiddies Parade at 4:30 p.m. on Olympic Ave. Sponsored by Stilly Valley Chamber of Commerce 2026 Arlington’s 4th of July Grand Parade Registration
• Grand Parade at 5 p.m. on Olympic Ave. 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by Stilly Valley Chamber of Commerce 2026 Arlington’s 4th of July Grand Parade Registration
• The Great Stilly Duck Dash: Sponsored by Arlington Rotary. Arlington Rotarians are out in the community selling Duck Dash tickets. 
  Live music at Haller Park – the Stilly River Lockdown Band from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and cornhole games.  
  The Duck Dash tickets sold correspond to thousands of rubber ducks released in the Stillaguamish River at Lincoln Bridge on July 4 at 7:00 p.m. The ducks are collected in the river at Haller Park, where the winning ducks are announced. This is a fundraiser that supports organizations in our community as well as park projects. Get your Duck Dash tickets at Haller Park or during the parade from Rotarians on July 4!
• Fireworks Display at Quake Park 10:00 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Arlington.  Seating on lawn of Boys & Girls Club. Concessions at the Boys & Girls Club (back window).  Parking at the Club, Evans Park, Quake Park, and the Airport Office. This is approximately a 20 minute show presented by Western Fireworks Display. 

South County Fire Fireworks Community Impacts Campaign

A new campaign from South County Fire reminds people of the distressing impacts from fireworks on neighbors, veterans, pets and first responders.

“We typically see brush fires, structure fires, dumpster fires, and unfortunately injuries related to fireworks,” said Tom Keene, South County Fire Deputy Chief of Operations. “We increase staffing to prepare for the higher call volume.”

In the days surrounding Fourth of July in 2025, firefighters responded to an estimated 16 fireworks-related fires and one fireworks-related medical emergency. An additional 28 fires occurred during the same time period, but their causes could not be determined.

“Especially in a dry year, these fires can spread quickly,” Keene said. “We work proactively to make sure we’re ready.”

Ads with that message about fireworks will be shared on local radio stations, online and through social media. South County Fire is also offering free “Fireworks Illegal” yard signs that residents can pick up at any of the fire stations listed, from June 24 until supplies last, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.:

• Downtown Edmonds Fire Station 17: 275 Sixth Ave. N.
• Mariner Fire Station 11: 12310 Meridian Ave. S, Everett.
• Hilltop Fire Station 22: 20510 Damson Rd., Lynnwood.
• Mill Creek Fire Station 76: 1020 153rd St. SE, Mill Creek.
• Mountlake Terrace Fire Station 19: 5902 232nd St. SW.
• Lynnwood Civic Center Station 15: 18800 44th Ave. W.

For more information on fireworks—including a map of banned areas, frequently asked questions and where to watch professional fireworks shows, visit https://www.southsnofire.org/Fireworks.