Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular
Date & Time: Thursday, July 4, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: 9711 W 109th St, Overland Park, KS 66210
Each year, the City of Overland Park hosts the Star Spangled Spectacular at Corporate Woods Founders' Park. Join hundreds of residents and visitors in gathering to enjoy live music, food trucks, and a dazzling firework display. Throughout the evening, you'll be able to relax and enjoy the selection of four different bands and artists. The firework show will begin at approximately 10:05 p.m.
Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, food, water, and coolers. Dogs are allowed but must remain on a leash at all times. In case of rain, the fireworks will be presented on July 5 at 10 p.m. To view a full list of food trucks and the live music lineup, click here.
Kansas City Royals vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Kauffman Stadium
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 2 through Thursday, July 4 at 7:10 p.m.
Location: Kauffman Stadium, 1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129
There's nothing more American than baseball, which is why the Kansas City Royals will be playing a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays from July 2-4! After the game on July 3rd, over 300 drones will create bald eagles, the Statue of Liberty, and more as we celebrate our country. This patriotic display will be the first of its kind at The K! To purchase tickets, click here.
Celebrating the 4th at the Farm
Date & Time: Thursday, July 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221
Head over to Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead for a fun-filled morning of festivities this Independence Day! Throughout the day, visitors will have the chance to take part in old-fashioned games, patriotic lessons in the schoolhouse, a cake walk, a pig calling contest, and even a bike parade!
Access to all festivities at the Farmstead is included with admission, priced at $5 per person for ages three and older, and free for children under two. To view the full schedule for the day, click here.
Red White & Bluhawk
Date & Time: Friday, July 5, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: 7951 W 160th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
Celebrate the Fourth in style at Bluhawk’s Red White & Bluhawk event! This nighttime patriotic extravaganza features live music, delicious American fare from local food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display to light up the night sky.
You can tailgate, visit a restaurant, bring lawn chairs and snacks, and relax with live music throughout the evening. Bring the whole family to enjoy games, activities, and entertainment for all ages, making it a memorable Independence Day parking lot party. For more information, click here.
Stars and Stripes 5K and Kids Run
Date & Time: Thursday, July 4, at 7:30 a.m.
Location: 6260 Sprint Pkwy, Overland Park, KS 66211
Feel the freedom in every step at the annual Stars and Stripes 5K and Lil’ Firecracker Run benefitting Team RWB! This year's race is at a new location on the Aspiria Campus near 119th and Nall, and features a fast course, large finisher medals, post-event snacks, and so much more.
Participants will compete for age group and overall awards. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by the Lil' Firecracker Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. To sign up to compete, click here.
