Missouri Fireworks and Events: 

Jackson County Independence Day

When: 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Experience many time-period activities as you explore the mid-19th-century village with the traditional Missouri Town 1855 Parade beginning at noon.

Where: Missouri Town Living History Museum, 8010 E. Park Road, Lee's Summit, MO 64064

Cost: $8 adults; $4 youth and seniors; under 5 free 

Kansas City Royals Game

When: 7:10 p.m. Thursday, July 4. Fireworks Spectacular after the game

What: Kansas City Royals vs. Tampa Bay Rays game

Where: Kauffman Stadium 

Cost: Tickets start at $17 

Kearney Fireworks Celebration

When: 5 – 10 p.m. Friday, July 5 

What: A live performance from Funk Syndicate, inflatables, free cotton candy and a firework display beginning at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Jesse James Park 3001 MO-33, Kearney, MO 64060

Cost: Free 

Lee’s Summit Legacy Blast Fireworks Celebration

When: Wednesday, July 3. 6 p.m. Gates open; 9:30 p.m. Fireworks start

What: Firework show choreographed to music courtesy of 94.9 KCMO. Tune into the radio station to sync with the show.

Where: Legacy Park, 1471 NE. Legacy Park Drive, Lee's Summit, MO 64086

Cost: Free 

Liberty Fest

*Liberty Fest has been postponed to Friday, July 26. After the severe storm damage on July 2.

When: July 3, 2024, 6 p.m. Activities begin at 10 p.m. Fireworks

What: Food trucks, beer garden, live music from Lost Wax and fireworks.

Where: Capitol Federal Sports Complex, 2200 Old State Highway 210, Liberty, MO 64068

Cost: Free 

Parkville 4th of July Celebration

When: Thursday, July 4, 10 a.m. parade kick off; 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin

What: Pancake breakfast, parade, giveaways, skydiving exhibition, fireworks and more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for fireworks.

Where: 100 South Main St., Parkville, MO 64152

Cost: Free

Platte County Freedom Fest

When: 9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Fireworks display 

Where: Platte County Fairgrounds, 414 State Route 92, Platte City, Missouri

Cost: Free

Red, White, and Blue Springs

*With rain in the forecast for most of the day on Wednesday, July 3, the City of Blue Springs, along with Blue Springs Parks & Recreation may postpone this event

When: 3 p.m. gates open; 9:30 p.m. fireworks start, Wednesday, July 3

What: This celebration will have live music, fireworks, vendors, food trucks and more. Check event listing for more details.

Where: Young Park and Blue Springs South High School Stadium

Cost: Free

Smithville Fireworks Show

When: 9 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Fireworks will begin around 9 p.m. from Smith’s Fork Park. For viewing spots, see event listing.

Where: Smith’s Fork Park

Cost: Free

Stars and Stripes Picnic

When: 3 p.m. Lawn opens and at 9:40 p.m. fireworks begin, Thursday, July 4

What: The lawn will be open to the public for picnicking until the firework show. The event will be held rain or shine! 

Where: National World War I Museum, 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108

Cost: Free

Ward Parkway Four on the 4th

When: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, July 4

What: 4-mile race, 4-kilometer race and Little Firecracker Kids Run to kick off Independence Day.

Where: The Ward Parkway Pavilion, 8807 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64114 

Cost: Race registration fees can be found here. 

Weston Independence Day Celebration and Parade

When: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday, July 6

What: Children’s parade, music and street dancing and fireworks display at dusk.

Where: Weston Main Street, Weston, MO 64098

Cost: Free

Worlds of Fun Star-Spangled Night Fireworks

When: “End of day” at the park, Thursday, July 4

What: Fireworks display synced with Patriotic music

Where: Worlds of Fun, 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City, MO 64161

Cost: Price of park admission

Kansas Fireworks and Events:

Celebration in the Park

When: Noon – 9:45p.m. (approximately) fireworks Thursday, July 4

What: Enjoy live music, inflatables, games, food trucks and more! Start the day out at the Leawood Aquatic Center (hours are noon – 6 p.m.), then head over to the park for continued fun! Check out the link for all event details.

Where: Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, KS 66206

Cost: Free

Desoto 4th of July Celebration

When: 7 – 10 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Vendors, music and a firework show.

Where: Riverfest Park, 33440 W 79th Street De Soto, KS 66018

Cost: Free

Edgerton 3rd of July

When: 6 – 11 p.m. (Fireworks at 9:45 p.m.) Wednesday, July 3

What: A community picnic followed by fireworks. See event listing for full details and shuttle service information.

Where: Martin Creek Park, 36426-36452 E. Nelson, Edgerton, KS 66021

Cost: Free 

Gardner Independence Day Festival 

When: 5 – 10 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Live performances from Morgan Evans, George Birge and Big Time Grain Co., as well as activities and food. The firework show begins at 10 p.m.

Where: Celebration Park, 32501 W. 159th St. Gardner, KS 66030.

Cost: Free 

Lenexa Community Days Parade

When: 10 a.m. – noon. Thursday, July 4

What: Parade that draws many to Old Town to celebrate Independence Day. See event listing for parade route.

Where: Old Town Lenexa, Santa Fe Trail Drive & Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS 66215

Cost: Free 

Lenexa Freedom Run

When: 7 a.m. Thursday, July 4th 

What: 5k walk or run and 10k run. Registration and event information can be found here.

Where: Old Town Lenexa, Santa Fe Trail Drive & Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS 66215

Cost: Now to June 20, 2024: $33

June 21 to July 2, 2024: $38

July 3 to race day: $45

Olathe Fireworks: 1860s Style

When: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 11

What: Activities on the Mahaffie grounds with a fireworks show to follow. Where: Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm 1200 Kansas City Road, Olathe, Kansas.

Cost: Free with add-on activities for purchase

Overland Park Star-Spangled Spectacular

When: 5 – 10:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Live music and food trucks. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, food, water, and coolers. Alcohol and pop-up tents are prohibited.

Where: Corporate Woods, 9711 W. 109th Street Overland Park, KS 66210

Cost: Free 

Red, White & Bluhawk

When: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Thursday, July 4

What: Live music, food vendors and a fireworks display. 

Where: Bluhawk, 7951 W. 160th St. Overland Park, KS 66223

Cost: Free