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.

Wed, Jul 1

Art Class

Hands-on creative arts class for kids at Roger T. Sermon Community Center.

5:30 PM Roger T. Sermon Community Center, Independence

5–12 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 2

Chess Club

Chess Club at George Owens DeWitt Hall

2:30 PM George Owens DeWitt Hall, Independence

5–18 yrs

Thu, Jul 2

Louis Tomlinson

Louis Tomlinson concert at Cable Dahmer Arena for teen music fans.

7:00 PM Cable Dahmer Arena, Independence

13–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 2

Garden Brothers Nuclear Circus at Independence Center

Garden Brothers circus with thrilling acrobatics and stunts at Independence Center.

7:30 PM East 39th Street South, Independence, MO 64057, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 2

On the Hook: Kids Reel in the Fun!

Kids' fishing event at George Owens Nature Park—reel in fun and learn outdoor skills.

10:00 AM George Owens Nature Park, Independence

5–12 yrsOutdoor

Thu, Jul 2

Homeschool Recreation

Homeschool Recreation at Roger T. Sermon Community Center

2:00 PM Roger T. Sermon Community Center, Independence

5–12 yrs

Sat, Jul 4

Red, White & Tru

Red, White & Tru holiday celebration at Harry S. Truman Presidential Library.

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 4

4th of July Party

Community 4th of July party in Independence, KY—family-friendly Independence Day festivities.

3:00 PM Webster Road, Independence, KY 41051, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

Independence Farmers Market

Independence Farmers Market at Independence Uptown Market.

8:00 AM Independence Uptown Market, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

A Special Time For You (Sensory Jump)

Sensory-friendly

Sensory-friendly trampoline jump time at Get Air.

8:00 AM Get Air, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Tue, Jul 7

DYO Collectible Card

Collectible card show in Independence—perfect for trading and discovering new cards.

7:00 PM East Winner Road, Independence, MO 64052, United States of America, Independence

8–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 9

Lunchbox ROCKS Party At The Park

Lunchbox ROCKS Party at the Park with kid-friendly music & play.

6:00 PM Jackwoods Parkway, Independence, KY 41051, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 10

Rock N Roll Show

Rock N Roll Show at Englewood Arts—live music performance in Independence.

7:30 PM Englewood Arts, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 11

Auto Beauty Showdown

Car show celebrating custom vehicles and automotive creativity.

4:00 PM South Jackson Drive, Independence, MO 64057, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

Forged by Faith

Faith-based festival in Independence, KY.

12:00 PM Wilson Road, Independence, KY 41051, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

Bingham-Waggoner Antique & Craft Fair

Antique and craft fair with vintage treasures and handmade goods to explore.

12:00 AM West Pacific Avenue, Independence, MO 64050, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

NSK July Car and Truck Show

Classic and custom cars & trucks on display at a summer show.

5:00 PM East US Highway 24, Independence, MO 64050, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Jul 12

ARC Coin Show - Kansas City - July 2026

Coin collectors of all ages explore rare and vintage coins at this Kansas City show.

9:00 AM East US Highway 40, Independence, MO 64055, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsIndoor

Tue, Jul 14

ATV Dirt Drags at Kenton County Fairgrounds

ATV Dirt Drags racing spectacle at Kenton County Fairgrounds—thrilling motorsports action.

7:00 PM Harris Pike, Independence, KY 41051, United States of America, Independence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Jul 15

White Glove Wednesdays

Guided museum exploration at Truman Presidential Library.

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library, Independence

6–18 yrsIndoor