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The Independence Square

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205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States
(816) 381-7181 https://www.indepsquare.com/

May 2021

Cakes & Quotes

May 8, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States

Join The Independence Square Association for the celebration of President Truman's birthday. Enjoy a bite of birthday cake (at select merchant locations), discover 40 quotes from the President and take in the history of his walking routes, his first job, the courthouse redesign under his direction, and so much more. Quotes will be on display throughout the month of May.

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June 2021

Wine & Brew on the Square

June 12, 2021 @ 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States

Wine & Brew, presented by Oak Ridge Memory Gardens, fundraiser for the Independence Square Association returns in a new format. The Independence Square Association has reimagined this annual event – moving from the sidewalks to the streets. This year will not be wine tasting. It is a night to sit outside at a reserved table in the streets surrounding the Historic Truman Courthouse. Bring a small group of friends (tables up to 6), and enjoy great wine and beer, listen…

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September 2021

Doggie Date Night and Fort Waggin’ Tails

September 22, 2021 @ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States

It's an evening for the dogs. Reserve a meal for your dog and a seating time/restaurant location. You may order off their menu for you and other human guests (seating will be for a group of 4 or less. Let us know if you need different accommodations.) Choose from either Ophelia's Restaurant or Courthouse Exchange Restaurant. Dinner will be outside on their patios. Your ticket will include a multi-course meal for one dog provided by Brookside Barkery & Bath. Humans…

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October 2021

Ghouls Night Out

October 21, 2021 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States

GHOULS NIGHT OUT ON THE SQUARE Thursday | October 21st | 2021 4:00 – 8:00pm Looking for something fun and unique to do? Plan a night out, escape to the Square, and take advantage of special shopping offers, socializing and spending quality time with friends. This will be a night of food, beauty, fun and of course shopping! Our shops will have extended shopping hours along with some promotional items, games, and plenty of great discounts and pre-holiday finds throughout…

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September 2022

Santa Cali Gon Days

September 2, 2022 @ 1:00 AM - September 5, 2022 @ 12:59 AM CDT
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States

The first SantaCaliGon Days Festival was held in 1940 to celebrate the unique heritage of the City of Independence as the starting point of the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon Trails. A second celebration was held after World War II in 1947. The Festival was not held again until 1973. The festival–then called Three Trails Days—featured a beard and mustache contest, the Miss Independence pageant and a pioneer costume contest. In 1974 the festival was renamed Santa-Cali-Gon Days, a name…

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January 2023

Chocolate Walk

January 28, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM CST
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States
15$

Fall in love with the Independence Square as you stroll through select shops, cafes, and businesses to sample unique chocolate and discover local gifts. Check-in at Wild About Harry (104 W Maple Ave.) from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. where you will receive a reusable shopping bag and map for the walk. Take advantage of sales and specials while sampling a variety of chocolate with options at several places to buy an entire stash. Many stores will also have gift…

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March 2023

Zombie Leprechaun Bar Crawl

March 11, 2023 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM CST
The Independence Square, 205 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050 United States
$20

Join the fun on the historic Independence Square with six stops, exclusive drink specials, and great swag. Check-in is at Diamond Bowl & Billiards, 218 N. Osage Street from 2-3 p.m. The after-party begins at 5 pm at the 3 Trails Brewing, 111 N. Main Street, with live music featuring the Pheasant Pluckers. Come dressed in your best Zombie Leprechaun attire and win prizes at the after-party costume contest. The first 200 ticket purchasers will receive swag at check-in. All ticket…

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