Fireworks Rain Show – July 5

Due to flooding in Indian Creek, extremely muddy conditions in the park and the threat of more weather in the forecast, the Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular scheduled for Thursday, July 4, was canceled. 

A fireworks show will now take place on Friday, July 5 at 10 p.m. There will be no food trucks or musical performances on Friday.

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Overland Park is one of the best places to live in America

The City of Overland Park is one of the top 100 places to live in the United States according to a study from Livability.com. 

Livability credits Overland Park’s delicious barbecue, growing brewery scene, appreciation for the arts and beautiful outdoor spaces as some of the many reasons to love Overland Park. In addition, the City’s safe neighborhoods, job opportunities, nationally-ranked schools and strong healthcare and wellness options earn Overland Park the title of one of the best places to live in the nation.

The 2023 rankings for the Top 100 Places to Live in the U.S. reflect relocation trends and economic variables and factors that influence quality of life. 

Livability.com curates the Top 100 Best Places to Live list based on data points measuring the economy, housing and cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, safety, education and health. This year’s interactive list of the best places to live in the country allows viewers to filter based on specific factors to reflect the criteria they find most important. 

Find even more reasons why Overland Park is a nationally-recognized place to live at opkansas.org.