Fireworks are magical there’s no question about that! But it can be difficult to bring yourself to buying them when they only last a few minutes. So I’m going to give you some of the best tips on how to save money on your 4th of July fireworks!
Price Match – this one is essential! You’ll find most mass grocery stores carry fireworks. So before you buy any of them make sure you shop around at your local stores as well as the stands you see popping up all over.
Set your Price Limit – make sure before you go shopping (and especially if you’re taking the kids) you set a price limit and that you let the kids know what that limit is (or give them their own limit). This way you’re teaching your children as well as making sure you don’t spend more than what you have saved for fireworks.
Use Coupons – I’ve already received a couple different flyers in the mail with coupons attached. These often lead to some good deals especially if you’re wanting to shop at the stands and support their local cause. Just be sure you read the fine print before you go. I did find one excluded any sale items so everything had to be full price which doesn’t always lead to better deals.
Ask for Military Discount – if you are active duty or even a vet make sure you always ask for a military discount. Lots of places offer one and it never hurts to ask. Just make sure you have your ID or paperwork with you as most will as to see it.
Buy Bundles – I was curious to see if buying the packages where a better deal than individual fireworks and guys, THEY SO ARE!! So checkout the packages at your local grocery store (I found these to be cheaper) but also at the stands. Sometimes they even have deals going like the buy one get one free I saw advertised at one of my local stands.
Wait – this one can get tricky but lots of times you’ll get a better discount if you wait. They’re trying to sell as much inventory as they can and the closer it gets to the 4th of July the better deals you’ll see. But with that said you might not have as good of a selection so choose wisely when to shop.
If you’re really pinching your pennies this year, just plan on skipping fireworks all together. I don’t mean you can’t watch any. Lots of cities light off fireworks on the 4th of July so check with your local cities and last year we were able to watch tons right from our front window thanks to some awesome neighbors (who spent a good fortune on some). Another great idea to saving money on fireworks, put together a neighborhood light off where everyone brings their fireworks and lights them off together. That way you get a big show and everyone has spent what they can afford.
So where did I buy mine? Well I found some at our local grocery store in a bundle that was perfect. It has a few aerials that we can light off as well as some fountains and other smaller ones that are great for my younger kids!
I sure hope you all enjoy the 4th of July this year and spending time with your family and friends. We’re blessed to live were we do and it’s a great reason to celebrate!
