The Independence Square
Come shop, eat and play on the Square today.
We’re excited to announce the 2nd Annual Independence Roots Music Fest takes place Saturday, August 8th from Noon - 9pm on the beautiful lawn of the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, 313 W. Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050.
Here’s the 2026 Schedule
North Stage
Noon - MAW
2PM - Hudspeth & Taylor
4PM - Gullywasher
6PM - Copper Threading
8PM - Rural Grit All Stars
South Stage
1PM - Beth & Brandon
3PM - Primrose Junction
5PM - Kian Byrne
7PM - Cowtown Cajuns
Bring a lawn chair or blanket. We’ll have food trucks, burgers, hot dogs, beer, drinks, & more! Get your tickets on Eventbrite https://tinyurl.com/z5yzp8t3
See ya there!
07/11/2026
What’s happening Saturday, July 11th? Let’s take a look. 👀
37th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair 🎨🧶
Bingham-Waggoner Estate
313 W. Pacific
9am - 3pm
No charge
Final Soccer Saturday ⚽️⚽️⚽️
Uptown Market
6-10pm
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” 🕷️
Meet costumed Spider-Man and get free movie merch.
Spider-Man costume meet & greet 6-8pm.
Panini Sticker Exchange hosted by El Mercado Fresco
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Take One, Give One swap.
Ted Lasso Look Alike Contest
7:00pm
Do you look like Ted Lasso? Then join us Saturday, July 11 for a Ted Lasso look alike contest.
The winning “Ted” will receive:
🏆 A special trophy
👕 Ted Lasso jacket
🥗 Bottle of Ranch dressing
⭐️ And more
It’s free to participate. Click the link to register in advance:
https://forms.gle/MHakp2v5AnpRS3XU9
Quarterfinal Match
Argentina v Switzerland
8:00pm
Catch the Quarterfinal match on large 100” TVs. Enjoy food trucks, Artitic Lemonade, games and activities.
📍 Location: Uptown Market, 211 W. Truman Road, Indep, MO 64050
⏰ 6:00pm - 10:00pm
🥬🥕Saturday is also Farmers Market day from 8am - 1pm at the Uptown Market.
🛍️ AND in keeping with the soccer theme Mixed Mutt & Company and Mixed Wildflower & Company are holding Buy One Get One sales on officially sanctioned FIFA World Cup merchandise. It’s also Buy One Get One at the Peace Pavilion at 607 E Lexington from 10am - 4pm.
Plus, catch tonight’s match at Diamond Bowl, Big John’s Corner Bar, The Sentinel Room, Courthouse Exchange, and The Bar Pop Up (111 N. Main).
🎵 Don’t forget about live music outdoors on the patio Between the Bricjs at Courthouse Exchange (113 W. Lexington) starting at 7:00pm.
We’ll see you on the Square today! ❤️
07/10/2026
Join us July 15 at Independence Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon.
Join us for our July Chamber Luncheon: Destination Independence on July 15 at Uptown Market!
This month’s panel will focus on how tourism, events, and the continued growth of the Independence Square are creating real opportunities for local businesses. Hear from representatives of Visit Independence, the Independence Square Association, and local business leaders as they share updates, visitor trends, upcoming initiatives, and ways businesses can connect with the energy bringing people into our community.
Whether you’re a business owner, community partner, or simply invested in Independence’s growth, this is a luncheon you won’t want to miss.
Register today! https://members.ichamber.biz/ap/Events/Register/G9FK3e0uNCxCK
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