KC Riverfest

KC RiverFest: Berkley Riverfront Park (the green space between the Paseo and Heart of America bridges) is the spot for this fifth-annual two-day festival that features two stages, food vendors, a rock-climbing wall and the expected pyrotechnic displays. Organized by Friends of the River, KC RiverFest charges $6 for all entrants over the age of 5 and $10 for each car parked at the area on Front Street off the Interstate 35 exit. Fortunately, shuttle service to and from the front gates is free and is offered from Grand at Seventh, Fifth and Third streets. Gates open at 3 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday. Fireworks begin at 10:05 both nights. No pets, coolers or food and drink may be brought in. See kcriverfest.com for more information.

Fri., July 3; Sat., July 4, 2009