Clay County Under the Stars & Stripes: America 250

Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm UTC-05:00

Sailboat Cove | Smithville

Smithville Parks and Rec
Publisher/HostSmithville Parks and Rec
Clay County Under the Stars & Stripes: America 250
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Join us for the annual Smithville Fireworks Show, proudly sponsored by the City of Smithville and Clay County, with extra activities this year as we help celebrate America’s 250th birthday!
🎶 This FREE event kicks off at Sailboat Cove (4619 Chapel Rd | Smithville) with a DJ from 12:00–4:00PM, featuring local community acts, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and more.
✨ More details coming soon!
🎸 Live band: 6:00–9:00 PM
🎆 Fireworks Show:
Fireworks will be launched from Smith’s Fork Park (1601 DD HWY | Smithville) from the north side of the spillway at dusk, approximately 9:15/9:30PM.
👀 Great viewing spots include:
• Smith’s Fork Park
• On the lake near the dam
• Smith’s Fork Campground
• Surrounding areas of the park
• Clay County Parks
🚗 Parking: Available throughout Smith’s Fork Park, Clay County Parks, and Sailboat Cove
ℹ️ Important Notes:
• Park restrooms at Smith’s Fork Park will be closed due to annual vandalism
• Portable restrooms will be available throughout the park
• Rainout date: TBD – updates will be shared here
🎇 Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs, and patriotic spirit — we’ll see you under the stars!
Thank you to the committee planning this event:
-Clay County Parks
-City of Smithville | Smithville Parks & Recreation
-Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
-Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
-Kearney Parks & Recreation
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Sailboat Cove, 4423 Paradise Rd, Smithville, MO 64089, United States

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