50 Firework Puns That Will Go Off With A Bang

Danielle Outen
May 24, 2024 By Danielle Outen
Originally Published on Sep 25, 2020
Fact-checked by Monisha Kochhar
Boy playing on floor near cardboard rocket at home

There's just something enchanting about fireworks, and it's no surprise kids are fascinated with them.

There are many different kinds of fireworks and the most common ones being skyrockets and aerial repeaters with sparklers, fountains and firecrackers being more child-friendly. Fireworks were invented in China around 1000 AD and were used to ward off evil spirits.

These days, the explosive used is usually gunpowder, which is 75 percent potassium nitrate, 15 percent charcoal, and 10 percent sulfur. They are made by pyrotechnicians or Pyros.

Having these bursts of light on the night sky surely adds a lot of bang to any festivity, and stocking up on firework night puns to share with your family and friends will make your firework-watching even more enjoyable!

Fireworks Puns

If your kid loves seeing fireworks, you can top up some points by pre-empting the experience with a funny pun. Here are some of the best funny firework puns to get some giggles.

1.You can say that you’re my little firecracker!

2.You’ve got some fireworks in your smile. It can light up the night sky!

3.What do you get when you cross a dinosaur with fireworks? A Dino-mite.

4.What do you call a duck who likes watching fireworks? A firequacker.

5.If fireworks can eat, what would be their favorite food? Mash and bangers.

6.What do you call a firework that can also be in a salad? A rocket.

7.What can be used for lighting fireworks? Would fire work?

8.Can a firework lose its job? Yes, after you’ve fired them.

9.What’s the most dangerous salad leaf? A rocket grenade.

10.Are you taking a fireworks exam? Be sure to pass with flying colours.

11.What colour will I be after seeing fireworks, because it definitely blue me away.

12.You can say that I’m good at fireworks displays. I’ve got a flare for it.

13.A battery and a firework were arrested. One was charged and the other was let off.

14.How will fire make money? Fire works.

15.What do you give a vegetarian who wants to see fireworks? A rocket.

16.Bought some rocket salad yesterday, and it was already off before I ate it.

17.You say you would like to see some fireworks? Flare enough.

18.I was told to bring bangers and rocket to the fireworks party. They were not happy about the sausages and arugula.

19.You need an adult to go to the fireworks party, consider me to be your cha-pyro-ne.

20.Our garden is out of shape and we definitely need a new sparkler system.

21.Would you like some fire-crackers with your cheese?

22.If a firework wants to come back to the sky, it shell return.

23.It’s not hard to appreciate fireworks. It’s not rocket science.

24.If fireworks need water, it should be sparkling water.

25.Would fireworks ride a carou-shell?

26.What would an employer say to a firework if it didn’t do a good job? You’re fired!

27.A firework was using too much screen time. No wonder its mom told him to get off the website.

28.Fireworks hard, that’s why it’s always busy and earning so much money.

29.A firework’s favorite TV show is the Big Bang Theory.

30.Are the fireworks out? It’s time to shell-lebrate!

31.If the sky had fireworks allergies, you could say that it’s flaring up!

32.If fireworks had a favorite font, you can say that it’s Arial.

33.There’s a scandal involving fireworks, and you can believe it’s controver-shell.

34.You can say that fireworks like indoor games, like fuse-ball.

35.How do fireworks stay young? They have the fountain of youth.

36.Keep calm and sparkle on.

37.You are my little ins-pyro-tion!

38.Can you hear the music? Maybe I need to turn up the sparklers!

39.The sky is seeing stars after a magnificent firework display!

40.It would be a shame if the fireworks display is can-shelled. There’s always next time!

Bonfire Puns

If you’re going to a bonfire, crack these best bonfire night quotes with puns to brighten up the mood even more.

41.How many safety inspectors does it take to light a bonfire? One to light the match and three to hold the fire extinguisher.

42.Life is s’more fun when friends are around.

43.How many scientists does it take to light a bonfire? Just one, it’s not rocket science.

44.You can take out a bonfire and still give it a name by using a fire distinguisher.

45.Bonfires and s’mores are a terrific match.

46.The world needs s’more adorable ones like you!

47.The s’more friends around, the merrier!

48.What a cross between a stegosaurus and a bonfire dessert? A dino-s’more!

49.I wish you s’more lovely days ahead!

50.Remember when the bonfire wasn’t lit yet? Those were dark times.

If you like these puns, why not take a look at fire puns.

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Written by Danielle Outen

Bachelor's degree specializing in Economics, Master's degree specializing in Development Management

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Danielle OutenBachelor's degree specializing in Economics, Master's degree specializing in Development Management

Growing up in London, Danielle has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Southampton and a Master's degree in Development Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She has always been surrounded by a big family and loves outdoor activities and adventurous experiences. She has traveled the world in search of new waves to surf. Danielle enjoys discovering new and fun activities to share with her relatives.

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Fact-checked by Monisha Kochhar

Bachelor of Arts Hons specializing in Modern Languages (French and Spanish)

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Monisha KochharBachelor of Arts Hons specializing in Modern Languages (French and Spanish)

A Modern Languages graduate from the University College London, Monisha with a passion for travel and exploring different cultures. She is fluent in French and Spanish and is currently learning Hindi. Monisha enjoys discovering new foods and is an avid sports fan, following soccer and Formula 1. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis and watching TV shows.

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