Friendly Reminder: Fireworks are prohibited in the City of Elgin and there is currently a Burn Ban for Bastrop County. Be safe – don’t use fireworks! Elgin City Ordinance Section 18-151 - Fireworks prohibited. It is unlawful to discharge, ignite, detonate or fire any fireworks within the city limits of Elgin Texas. This violation is punishable via citation titled: Violation City Ordinance Fireworks and is punishable by a fine of $212.00 to $500.00.