As you may have heard, the popular Independence Day fireworks display at Longview Lake has been cancelled for this year. Jackson County, Missouri government is re-allocating those funds toward other county projects. Do not despair! You still have MANY opportunities to enjoy fireworks in the metro area. Here is a list of the ones I am aware of. Some of these displays are in conjunction with festival activities, so there could be some fees to participate.
There will also be many personal firework displays in the area. Be safe if you are using fireworks this year or attending these events. Every year many end up in the ER as a result of personal fireworks use. Please do not become a statistic!!
Have an enjoyable holiday weekend everyone!!
MISSOURI METRO AREA FIREWORK DISPLAYS
Lee’s Summit, MO: Legacy Park Blast Fireworks Extravaganza
Where: Legacy Park (1201 NE Legacy Park Drive, Lee’s Summit, MO)
When: Monday July 3rd, gates open at 6 p.m. and close at 11 p.m. Fireworks at approximately 9:40 p.m.
Blue Springs MO: Fireworks
Where: Peve Stadium, 2000 NW Ashton Dr.
When: Tuesday, July 4. At 9:45 pm. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Live entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m. Free
Oak Grove MO:July 4th Celebration and Fireworks
Where: Bent Oak Park (1300 SE 30th St, Oak Grove, MO 64075)
When: Tuesday, July 4th at Gates open at 5 p.m. Fireworks after dark.
Kansas City MO: KC Riverfest
Where: Berkley Park on the River
When: Tuesday, July 4 from 4 to 11 p.m.
Notes: There is a fee for festival. Free
Kansas City MO: Worlds of Fun
When: 10 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday July 1-4.
Kingsville, MO: Booms & Blooms Festival at Powell Gardens
Where: Kansas City Botanical Garden, 1609 NW U.S. Hwy 50
When: Saturday, July 1 Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. (Rain date July 2).
Notes: Festival admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for children ages 5 to 12, Children under 5 years are free and includes parking and all-day access to the trolley and Heartland Harvest Garden tram.
Gladstone MO: Fireworks
Where: Oak Grove Park, 76th and North Troost
When: Tuesday, July 4 at dusk.
Notes: Free. Parking available at Oak Park Hill School.
Parkville MO: Parkville Fourth of July Fireworks and Festival
Where: Downtown Parkville, MO.
When: Tuesday, July 4, at 9:45 p.m.
Notes: July 4th Parade at 10 a.m. Carnival begins June 29th
Smithville MO: Smithville Lake Dam Fireworks
Where: Smithville Lake, Smith Fork Park is located at 1601 DD Hwy.
When: Begins at dusk on day, July 4.
Liberty MO: Liberty 4th Fest
Where: Fountain Bluff Sports Complex, Liberty
When: Monday, July 3. A fireworks display will begin at 9:45 p.m. Food trucks, beer garden, family activities and live music prior to fireworks.
Platte City, MO: Family Fun and Fireworks
Where: Platte Ridge Park, 17130 371 Hwy., Platte City, MO.
When: Fireworks will be on July 4 at 9:45 p.m.
Higginsville, MO: Family Fun & Fireworks Festivities
Where: Fairground Park
When: Tuesday, July 4 at 5:00 p.m., with fireworks at dusk.
KANSAS METRO AREA FIREWORK DISPLAYS
Fairway, Westwood, Roeland Park, Mission Woods and Westwood Hills, KS
Where: Bishop Miege High School, 5041 Reinhardt Dr., Roeland Park, KS
When: Monday, July 3 at 9:30 p.m.
Parking is available at Bishop Miege High School or St. Agnes Parish.
Lenexa KS: Community Days Parade
Where: Old Town Lenexa, Santa Fe Trail Drive and Pflumm Road.
When: Tuesday, July 4 at 10 a.m.
Overland Park, KS: Corporate Woods Star Spangled Spectacular
Where: Corporate Woods, Interstate 435 and College Boulevard at 109th/Mastin.
When: Tuesday, July 4; Fireworks start at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Leawood, KS:
Where: Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Boulevard
When: Tuesday, July 4th Activities begin at 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
Ft. Leavenworth, KS: Fireworks and Salute to the Union
Where: Merritt Lake
When: Tuesday, July 4. Events begins at 4 p.m., Salute the Union at 8:30 p.m., followed by fireworks.
Notes: Children 16 years and older will need a valid photo ID to enter
Kansas City, KS: TRC Fireworks Display in Wyandotte County
Where: Pierson Park, 1800 S 55th Street, Kansas City, Kan.
When: Monday, July 3 at 9:45 p.m.
Olathe, KS:
Where: College Boulevard Activity Complex, 11031 S. Valley Parkway
When: Tuesday, July 4, approximately 9:30
If you have any other questions regarding real estate in Lee’s Summit or anywhere in the greater Kansas City area, give me a call at 816-877-8732, or visit me at www.SandiReed.com. I am licensed in both Missouri and Kansas.
