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Independence Square ~ Missouri

Upcoming Events

June 6th - September 12th
Between the Bricks

Every Saturday night at Courthouse Exchange enjoy a live band up on the deck. Eat, drink, and rock out to the music. Click the link above to see the list of this summer's bands!

June 11th - August 6th

Moonlight Movies

Moonlight Movies is the Square's summer film celebration, showing children’s movies on the side of Pharaoh Cinema every Thursday night starting at sundown. Click the title for more info!


June 12th - August 7th
Cinema Night Classics

Bring your friends, a few chairs and blankets, and set up in the Pharaoh Cinema 4 parking lot to enjoy silver screen favorites! Friday nights at 9pm Pharaoh Cinema will show classic films projected directly on the building for free. Visit the link for more information.



August 7th @ 5:30pm

Independence Night Market

This event transforms an ordinary Independence night into a lively celebration! Shop local vendors, grab dinner from local food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment and cultural experiences.

August 1st @ 10am - 5:30pm

Truman Memorial Building Centennial Celebration

Celebrate the Truman Memorial Building’s Centennial Anniversary with Independence Parks and Recreation in this all-day event! Visit the link for more information.




September 4th - 7th

SantaCaliGon Days Festival

Independence’s free, family friendly festival celebrating the city’s role as the starting point of the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon Trails. Shop vendors of crafts and food, visit the stores and restaurants, enjoy entertainment, contests, a carnival, and more. Visit the link for more information.

November 20th @ 6:00pm

Square Lighting

Join us for a night of music, sleigh rides, and the arrival of Santa Claus as we turn on over 1 mile of lights to usher in the holiday season with light. Visit the link for more details.

December 4th @ 6:00pm

Living Windows

Watch windows across the Square come alive with sounds and scenes from the holidays. Music, actors, singers, artwork, vendors, and more make it a magical place while shops stay open late and the sound of jingle bells fills the air. Visit the link for more information.