Firework sales stay strong as prices hold steady—for now
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) --Even with firework prices slowly creeping higher this year, the excitement to light up the night sky shows no signs of slowing down. Shoppers may be relieved to find that costs haven't climbed too high—at least not yet.
Despite concerns about ongoing tariffs on goods imported from China (the source of nearly all fireworks sold in the U.S.) one retailer, PJ Fireworks, says prices this year remained fairly stable compared to last summer. Most customers were still able to find options that fit their budgets.
PJ Kovac, Owner of PJ’s Fireworks said, “I’ve got great help and great customers they’re all real friendly. It just works out fantastic. And we’ve had real good success. We’ve been in business since 88’ and every year just seems to do a little better.”
Across the country, fireworks sales remain strong. This year was bigger and better than ever.
PJ said, "I have orders up to $5,000 - $6,000 it’s unbelievable what people spend… I appreciate all the business and just hope everybody stays safe.”
Industry experts, however, warn that next year could tell a different story. With ongoing trade tensions and the potential for higher tariffs on Chinese imports, fireworks costs could rise significantly by the summer of 2026, just in time for America’s 250th birthday celebration.
For now, though, fireworks remain a must-have tradition for many families, with sparklers, fountains, and grand finales lighting up neighborhoods across St. Joseph and beyond.
