Fireworks in Parks Start Date: June 25, 2018 End Date: July 4, 2018 FIREWORKS IN PARKS When it comes to celebrating our nation’s birthday this July Fourth weekend at Texas state parks, bring the barbeque, watermelon, and the outdoor games…but leave the fireworks at home. It is a Class C misdemeanor to possess fireworks in state parks–including sparklers. Some state parks offer organized public fireworks displays. And you can find out which ones plan to light up the night sky when you log onto the Texas Parks and Wildlife website.