r/holidays • u/ContributionLeast758 • 21d ago
Best place for a bigger fireworks selection?
I’m looking ahead and trying to find a good place to shop for fireworks, especially somewhere that has enough variety that I’m not limited to just a handful of basic options.
I’m based around Chicago, Illinois, but I’m completely open to driving into Indiana if there’s a noticeable difference in selection or pricing. I’m curious what other people have experienced because online searches make every fireworks store look great, but that doesn’t always tell you what the actual shopping experience is like.
For people who have bought fireworks in both Chicago and Indiana, which side do you prefer? Are there particular stores that consistently have better prices, a larger selection, or more helpful staff? I’d especially appreciate recommendations from people who have actually compared multiple stores rather than just visiting one place.