Belton, Missouri is a community of about 23,000 people located just south of Kansas City in Cass County, Missouri. Belton is served by the Belton School district which is Accredited with Distinction by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The Belton, Grandview and Kansas City Railroad Co. offers visitors a 45 minute train ride where passengers can learn about railroad transportation and visit the shops of Main Street Belton.
In Belton, the Fourth of July feels like summer at its best: backyard BBQs, neighbors lighting sparklers in the driveway, kids running around with glow sticks, and that hum of fireworks popping in the distance all night long. The real show is right in our neighborhoods with friends and families gathering, grills going strong, and that small-town pride shining bright.If you’re new to the area, here’s a tip: connect with neighbors, find a local block party, and you’ll see how this community knows how to celebrate — simple, fun, and full of hometown charm.Stay safe, enjoy the holiday, and if you ever want to know what makes Belton special year-round, you know who to call.