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Things to Do This Weekend in Independence, Kansas!

Looking for family fun, live music, shopping, outdoor adventures, and unique community events? Independence is packed with activities all weekend long!

Featured Event: Miss Able's Summer Blastoff 2026
🚀 Saturday, June 6 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Riverside Park & Ralph Mitchell Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo
Celebrate the 67th Anniversary of Miss Able's historic journey into space at the 3rd Annual Miss Able's Summer Blastoff! Enjoy a Galaxy Trail Hike, Moon Rock Hunt, Fun Fact Space Walk, Zoo Chat with a Zookeeper, Storytime, Face Painting, and FREE train rides, carousel rides, and miniature golf from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It's a fun-filled morning of space-themed family adventure you won't want to miss!

Friday, June 5
• Grand Reopening – Woods Lumber Ace Hardware, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• First Friday, sponsored by Friends of Riverside Park and Zoo (FORPAZ), Memorial Hall and Civic Center Independence KSr, 7:30 a.m.
• Live Music Night at Uncle Jack's Bar & Grill, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Karaoke Night at Turbos Sports Bar and Grill, 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 6
• Independence Farmers & Makers Market, 7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
• 21st Annual Zion Golf Invitational, 8:00 a.m.
• Independence Poultry & Small Animal Swap, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• O.K. Kid's Day & FREE Park Entry Day at Elk City State Park - Kansas Wildlife & Parks, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Watercolor Workshop with Ye Wang at Independence Historical Museum and Art Center, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Miss Able's Summer Blastoff, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Free Live Music at IGC - Sporting Heritage Center, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
• Petting Zoo at Ralph Mitchell Zoo, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 7
• Pancake Supper Fundraiser benefiting Scout Troop 1041, First Christian Church, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Plan your weekend, invite your friends, and come make some memories in Independence!