Things to do in Independence

Independence is a historic Jackson County city known for the Truman Presidential Library and the National Frontier Trails Museum. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Independence, Missouri.

Thu, Oct 1

Spooky Garden Workshop

Spooky Garden Workshop at Independence Uptown Market

6:00 PM Independence Uptown Market, Independence

0–18 yrs

Sat, Oct 3

A Special Time For You (Sensory Jump)

Sensory-friendly

Sensory-friendly trampoline jumping and active play at Get Air designed for sensory needs.

8:00 AM Get Air, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Oct 9

Macabre House Tours

Macabre House Tours at Vaile Mansion and Arboretum

12:00 AM Vaile Mansion and Arboretum, Independence

Free6–18 yrs

Fri, Oct 16

Vaile Mansion Macabre Tours 2026

Take a spooky historic tour of the Vaile Mansion with ghostly tales and eerie atmosphere.

6:00 PM Vaile Mansion, Independence

8–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Oct 16

Kansas City Mavericks vs Rapid City Rush

Kansas City Mavericks hockey game with Barn Party Night festivities.

7:05 PM Cable Dahmer Arena, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Nov 20

Independence Square Lighting

Holiday lighting ceremony with music, sleigh rides & Santa at Independence Square.

6:00 PM Independence Square, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Dec 4

Living Windows

Shop windows come alive with dancers and singers in this magical holiday display.

4:00 PM Independence Square, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Dec 5

Twilight Evening at the Vaile Mansion

Free holiday open house at the Vaile Mansion to see festive Christmas decorations.

12:00 AM Vaile Mansion and Arboretum, Independence

Free0–18 yrsIndoor