The Fort Myers Beach Town Council has canceled the 2025 New Year’s Eve fireworks display. The decision was made to help balance the town's budget, as the fireworks cost between $100,000 and $120,000.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Fireworks are a typical part of new years celebration and are ...

Southwest Florida will host numerous events to celebrate New Year's Eve on December 31, 2025. Festivities include fireworks, live music, ball drops, and bar crawls across multiple cities. Events are ...

New Year’s Eve ranks among the busiest nights of the year for fireworks, second only to the Fourth of July. Victoria County Fire Marshal Dan Porter and City of Victoria Assistant Fire Marshal Drew ...

Florida law permits the use of fireworks on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Independence Day. Outside of designated holidays, fireworks are only legal for agricultural purposes like scaring birds.

Southwest Florida will host numerous events to celebrate New Year's Eve on Wednesday, Dec. 31. Festivities include fireworks, live music, ball drops, and bar crawls across Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and ...