# Events & Things To Do In Independence, KS This Weekend | May 15-17, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Independence, Kansas is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Independence, Kansas this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Independence

- **Event Name**: Distinguished Alumni Luncheon: Honoring Brad Underwood
  - **Description**: Independence Community College  will host a Distinguished Alumni Luncheon on Friday, May 15, honoring Brad Underwood as the College’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni.

The event will celebrate Underwood’s achievements and recognize his outstanding contributions
  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/independence/distinguished-alumni-luncheon-honoring-brad-underwood/200030028958506
  - **Venue**: Country Club Cir, Independence, KS 67301, United States
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- **Event Name**: Grad Party for Kamen Spencer & Brock
  - **Description**: 🎓 Holy Grad—They Did It! 🎓

Kamen, Spencer, and Brock are officially graduating! 🎉

We’re throwing a party to celebrate this miraculous achievement—and you’re invited!

May 16th, 1pm - 4pm
Independence Gun Club
212 N Penn Ave.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/independence/grad-party-for-kamen-spencer-and-brock/200029984535538
  - **Venue**: IGC - Sporting Heritage Center
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- **Event Name**: Spring Commencement Ceremony
  - **Description**: Livestream link coming soon.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/independence/spring-commencement-ceremony/200029542584403
  - **Venue**: 1057 W College Ave / PO Box 708, Independence, KS, United States, Kansas 67301
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- **Event Name**: Dannee’s Grad Party!
  - **Description**: Join us for a graduation party honoring Dannee.  

Come celebrate this special milestone with food, fun, and great company!  We hope to see you there as we recognize Dannee’s hard work and exciting next chapter.

Please RSVP by May 8th
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/independence/dannee’s-grad-party/200029984549312
  - **Venue**: 701 West Beech
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## Trending Events in Independence

- **Event Name**: Caught Dead Handed | Grateful Dead Tribute Band
  - **Description**: Caught Dead Handed combines fresh energy and deep roots. With musicians assembled from four generations of Deadheads, Caught Dead Handed channels the Grateful Dead’s legacy through a uniquely intergenerational lens. This group is not just anoth
  - **Venue**: Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: Plant Bingo
  - **Description**: 🌿✨ PLANT BINGO NIGHT at Elysium! ✨🌿Join us June 25th at 6:30 PM for a fun night of Plant Bingo at Elysium Botanicals Wines & Vineyard 🍷🪴🎟️ Tickets: $25💚 Includes $10 cr
  - **Venue**: Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: Dancehall Days- Fleetwood Mac Tribute
  - **Description**: Astonishing musicianship with a repertoire that is wildly diverse and authentic, Dancehall Days has been thrilling audiences all over the continental United States and Hawaii, England and the Bahamas, playing at venues such as Austin City Limits, Fleet
  - **Venue**: Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: REMEDY | High Octane Performance
  - **Description**: REMEDY is a high energy 5 piece rock and dance band, playing the best hits from the 70's 80's & 90's. They stay true to classics and keep the party going with crowd interaction and professional musicianship that turns every show into a full
  - **Venue**: Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: Sip and Save: Wine Tasting with a Purpose- Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Certification
  - **Description**: Learn life-saving skills in an enjoyable vineyard setting.✨ Learn CPR/AED/FA  🍇 Sample Elysium's amazing wines or an artisan pizza or European-style charcuterie board 2-Year Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Certification upon comp
  - **Venue**: 8175 Buena Vista Rd
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- **Event Name**: TBD at Kansas City Mavericks - ECHL Western Conference Finals (Home Game 1)
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Cable Dahmer Arena
🏠 Address: 19100 East Valley View Parkway, Independence, MO 64055
🌆 City: Independence
📍 Location: 39.0401, -94.3566🌟 Be part of history at TBD at Kansas City Mavericks - ECHL Western Conference Finals (Home Game 1)
  - **Venue**: Cable Dahmer Arena
- **Event Name**: Louis Tomlinson at Cable Dahmer Arena
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Louis Tomlinson at Cable Dahmer Arena, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Cable Dahmer Arena in vibrant Independence, M
  - **Venue**: Cable Dahmer Arena
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- **Event Name**: Sam Barber in Independence
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Sam Barber Live at Cable Dahmer Arena on Friday, December 4, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Sam Barber is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Straight and Narrow,
  - **Venue**: Cable Dahmer Arena
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- **Event Name**: TBD at Kansas City Mavericks - ECHL Western Conference Finals (Home Game 2)
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Cable Dahmer Arena
🏠 Address: 19100 East Valley View Parkway, Independence, MO 64055
🌆 City: Independence
📍 Location: 39.0401, -94.3566✨ Discover the extraordinary at TBD at Kansas City Mavericks - ECHL Western Conference Finals (Home Ga
  - **Venue**: Cable Dahmer Arena

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** Distinguished Alumni Luncheon: Honoring Brad Underwood (Fri May 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Country Club Cir, Independence, KS 67301, United States), Grad Party for Kamen Spencer & Brock (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at IGC - Sporting Heritage Center), Spring Commencement Ceremony (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at 1057 W College Ave / PO Box 708, Independence, KS, United States, Kansas 67301), Dannee’s Grad Party! (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at 701 West Beech).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Independence today May 15, 2026?
  - **A:** Distinguished Alumni Luncheon: Honoring Brad Underwood (Fri May 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Country Club Cir, Independence, KS 67301, United States), Dannee’s Grad Party! (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at 701 West Beech).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Independence this weekend May 15–17, 2026?
  - **A:** Grad Party for Kamen Spencer & Brock (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at IGC - Sporting Heritage Center), Spring Commencement Ceremony (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at 1057 W College Ave / PO Box 708, Independence, KS, United States, Kansas 67301), Dannee’s Grad Party! (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at 701 West Beech).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Independence in May 2026?
  - **A:** Distinguished Alumni Luncheon: Honoring Brad Underwood (Fri May 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Country Club Cir, Independence, KS 67301, United States), Grad Party for Kamen Spencer & Brock (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at IGC - Sporting Heritage Center), Spring Commencement Ceremony (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at 1057 W College Ave / PO Box 708, Independence, KS, United States, Kansas 67301), Dannee’s Grad Party! (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at 701 West Beech).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Independence on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Independence include Country Club Cir, Independence, KS 67301, United States, IGC - Sporting Heritage Center, 1057 W College Ave / PO Box 708, Independence, KS, United States, Kansas 67301.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Independence include Independence Community College, Dana Anderson.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Independence?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Independence.

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