Kansas City July 4 Fireworks, Parades and More: 2018 Guide

KANSAS CITY, MO – July 4th is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue, stock up on sparklers, and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. We gathered up all the firework shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Kansas City so you can start planning how you'll celebrate our country’s 242nd birthday.

Here's what's in store this July 4th in Kansas City:

KC Riverfest

What: Independence Day Celebration
Where: Berkley Riverfront
When: July 4, 2018 / 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Salute to the Union
What: Independence Day Festival & Fireworks
Where: Merrit Lake
When: July 4, 2018 / 4:00 p.m.

4th of July Fireworks in Parkville

What: Fireworks Display
Where: Downtown Parkville
When: July 4, 2018 / 9:00 p.m.

Stars & Stripes Party

What: Independence Day Celebration
Where: Howl at the Moon
When: July 3, 2018 / 7:00 p.m.

Independence Day at Missouri Town 1855

What: Festival & Parade
Where: Missouri Town
When: July 4, 2018 / 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Red, White & Zoo

What: FREE Zoo Admission
Where: Kansas City Zoo
When: June 30 - July 1, 2018 / 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
July 4, 2018 / 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Four on the Fourth

What: 4 Mile Run & Walk
Where: Ward Parkway
When: July 4, 2018 / Race starts at 7:30 a.m.

Know of other events in the area or hosting your own? Post them on the Patch Calendar!

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