Fireworks, fires & beach gear
Are fireworks allowed on Holden Beach?
The short answer
No, only sparklers. All fireworks except sparklers are banned on the island, and police will confiscate them. Open burning is prohibited. Grills must be at least 10 feet from any structure and never on a deck. And take your gear in: unattended beach equipment is removed daily between 6 PM and 7 AM.
Town of Holden Beach
The rules
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FireworksAll fireworks except sparklers are banned on the island. Police will confiscate them.
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Fires and grillsOpen burning is prohibited. Grills must be at least 10 feet from any structure, and never on a deck.
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Gear off the beach every nightUnattended beach equipment is removed daily between 6 PM and 7 AM. Tents, umbrellas, volleyball nets and anything else left out overnight is treated as abandoned. Don't store anything in the dunes.
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HolesDon't dig holes deeper than 12 inches, and fill every hole level before you leave. The Town's two rule pages differ on deeper holes with someone attending, so ask Town Hall (910-842-6488) first.
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NoiseLoud noise is restricted, more strictly at night.
Quick answers
Common questions
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Can you set off fireworks on Holden Beach?No. All fireworks except sparklers are banned on the island, and police will confiscate them.
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Can you have a fire on Holden Beach?No. Open burning is prohibited. Grills must be at least 10 feet from any structure and never on a deck.
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Can I leave my beach chairs and tent on Holden Beach overnight?No. Unattended beach equipment is removed daily between 6 PM and 7 AM and treated as abandoned.
All the beach rules Events More questions
From the Town of Holden Beach Beach Regulations, Ordinance Summary and Renters Information pages, checked Sept 27, 2026. These pages don't cover glass, alcohol on the beach, drones or tent sizes; ask Town Hall at 910-842-6488.