Back in the 80s we used to buy fireworks while on vacation in Myrtle Beach because you couldn't buy them in Maryland, where we lived.
We set them off in our backyard every year. Had all different kinds. A lot of neighbors would sit on their roof for a good view of the county's firework show a few miles away. One year dad set off a Roman candle and it did not function as intended. It took off like a missile, flew over our house and scared the crap out of our neighbors across the street who were sitting on their roof. Thankfully they weren't injured or mad, we were good friends.
I'm actually not a big fan of fireworks. I can take it or leave it.