Star Spangled Spectacular at Corporate Woods
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Event Details
One of the biggest and best fireworks displays in the metropolitan area takes place at Corporate Woods office park at this Annual 4th of July celebration sponsored by Corporate Woods office park, the Overland Park Rotary Club, and the City of Overland Park.
Food, drink and merchandise vendors are on hand and musical acts perform before the fireworks begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.
All proceeds generated from this free event benefit local charities. Hours are from 4 to 11 p.m. Rain Date will be July 5th!
Star Spangled Spectacular at Corporate Woods
Phone : 913-498-2282 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.starspangledspectacular.org
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