The celebration of our nation’s freedom is a nationwide celebration each July 4th and Kansas City certainly holds its own for fantastic observances. While fairs and fireworks are a typical way to celebrate the 4th of July, it’s easy to think outside of the box when you are looking for Kansas City events to commemorate Independence Day at one of the following venues.
KC Riverfest
Of all the Kansas City events this July, the tops have to be the KC Riverfest for the 4th of July. This event touts the best fireworks display in the city. The festival takes place at Berkley Park and begins at 1pm and goes on until 11pm. You’ll find live entertainment, great food, fun activities for the family, shopping with local vendors and more. Of course, the night is topped off by a fabulous fireworks display to light the Kansas City night.
Jackson County 4th of July Celebration
In honor of holding this year’s Major League Baseball All-Star Game, Jackson County is holding a 4th of July Celebration for all. The celebration takes place at Longview Lake Beach on July 4th at 6pm and the admission is free. You’ll be treated to entertainment including, live music by The David Basse Orchestra and personal appearances by former Kansas City Royals players. The evening will end with the largest fireworks display ever seen in Jackson County.
Worlds of Fun
You get the double the fun with a day of amusement park action and a huge fireworks display when you celebrate the 4th of July at Worlds of Fun. As one of the area’s long-standing Kansas City events this July, you won’t be disappointed with the way this venue celebrates our nation’s independence day. In addition to the live entertainment featured throughout July at Worlds of Fun, there is a fireworks display every Saturday. The 4th of July fireworks celebration begins at 10 pm.
Powell Gardens
Conveniently held the weekend before the 4th of July on June 30, Powell Gardens will hold its annual Booms & Blooms Festival. The festival includes an impressive revealing of blooming daylilies, kids activities like a tour through the Fairy Houses & Forts Exhibition or a splashing around in the Fountain Garden, and an extraordinary fireworks display. Bring a blanket and pick a spot on the lawns to enjoy the nighttime show.
Mormon Visitors Center in Independence
The annual 4th of July celebration at the Mormon Visitors Center in Independence takes place on July 4th at 8pm. The center is located along Walnut in Independence. The festivities include live patriotic music to accompany the fireworks display by the Spirit of Independence Band.
Pack your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening of food, entertainment and remarkable fireworks displays when you celebrate the 4th of July in the Kansas City area.
