July Calendar of Fun

National Blueberry Month: Kansas City families can enjoy picking their own blueberries at several local patches. Read our KC Berry Picking guide to find the best patch for your family. Always remember to call ahead before heading to a berry patch, because picking availability varies with weather and number of visitors the previous day.

National Hot Dog Month: Werner’s Fine Sausages (5736 Johnson Dr., Mission, KS) has been in the area since 1973 and sells specialty sausages, including smoked Italian with mozzarella, potato sausage and German bratwurst. Pick out your favorite and have a summer barbecue for everyone to enjoy.

July 4, Independence Day: Visit Flags for Freedom (June 28-July 5 in Merriam, KS) to celebrate independence. Each year, a group of local volunteers organizes the event featuring a proud and patriotic display of more than 2,000 American flags!

July 6, National Fried Chicken Day: RC's Chicken (330 E. 135th St., Kansas City, MO, 816.942.4999) serves our favorite fried chicken in Kansas City. The homemade chicken & waffles is our top pick.

July 15, Cow Appreciation Day: Take a tour of Shatto Dairy Farm (9406 N. Hwy. 33, Osborn, MO, 816.930.3862), a working dairy farm and milk bottling company offering tours to groups of any size.

July 20, Moon Day: The Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium at Science City (30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO, 816.460.2020) boasts a 60-foot dome, making it one of the largest planetariums in the Midwest. Visit the planetarium for incredible simulated views of the night sky and educational programs that still captivate this generation of budding scientists.

July 24, Amelia Earhart Day: Tour the Amelia Earhart Birthplace (223 N. Terrace St., Atchison, KS, 913.367.4217). The museum displays many Amelia artifacts and model planes, and guides share the story of her life.