Best events in
Independence

Looking for events or things to do in Independence, OH? The city's calendar revolves around family-friendly community gatherings at central spots like the Town Square and Elmwood Park. For a wider variety of nightlife and entertainment, Cleveland's distinct neighborhoods are just a short drive away.

For a night out in Cleveland, start with craft beers in Ohio City or Tremont before heading to a show in the East Fourth Street Entertainment District.
Catch national music and comedy acts at major venues like House of Blues or the historic theaters at Playhouse Square in Downtown Cleveland.
Discover local community spirit at seasonal events like the Home Days celebration in Elmwood Park or the weekly Market on the Square.

autocomplete

Popular in Independence

Explore more events

Commercial Real Estate Attorney CLE / Broker CE

Tomorrow • 8:30 AM

6111 Oak Tree Blvd

Check ticket price on event

NEO MBA Meet The Leaders & Founders Mixer

Wed, Oct 21 • 5:00 PM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Canon of Ethics

Thu, Oct 22 • 9:00 AM

American Title Solutions Independence - Amphitheater

Check ticket price on event

Trick or Treat Bag Sewing Workshop

Sun, Oct 25 • 1:00 PM

Indy Sewing Studio

Check ticket price on event

Roads To Recovery 2026 Conference

Mon, Oct 26 • 7:30 AM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Ask Engine Advantage

Thu, Oct 29 • 10:00 AM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

A Review of the Ohio General Election

Mon, Nov 9 • 6:30 PM

Cuyahoga County Library, Independence Branch

Check ticket price on event

2026 Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Conference

Fri, Nov 20 • 7:30 AM

Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio

Check ticket price on event

Commercial Real Estate Attorney CLE / Broker CE

Tomorrow • 8:30 AM

6111 Oak Tree Blvd

Check ticket price on event

NEO MBA Meet The Leaders & Founders Mixer

Wed, Oct 21 • 5:00 PM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Canon of Ethics

Thu, Oct 22 • 9:00 AM

American Title Solutions Independence - Amphitheater

Check ticket price on event

Trick or Treat Bag Sewing Workshop

Sun, Oct 25 • 1:00 PM

Indy Sewing Studio

Check ticket price on event

Roads To Recovery 2026 Conference

Mon, Oct 26 • 7:30 AM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Ask Engine Advantage

Thu, Oct 29 • 10:00 AM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

A Review of the Ohio General Election

Mon, Nov 9 • 6:30 PM

Cuyahoga County Library, Independence Branch

Check ticket price on event

2026 Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Conference

Fri, Nov 20 • 7:30 AM

Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Online Events

Explore more events

How To Be Kind To Yourself - Shahroo Izadi

Tomorrow • 7:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

HBR Book Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

HBR Press Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thursday • 8:00 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

Icons of Conquest: Bayeux Tapestry and Domesday Book

Friday • 2:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

Today's RDH Virtual Dental Continuing Education (CE) Event - Oct. 17, 2026

Saturday • 9:00 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

Check ticket price on event

How To Be Kind To Yourself - Shahroo Izadi

Tomorrow • 7:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

HBR Book Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

HBR Press Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thursday • 8:00 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

Icons of Conquest: Bayeux Tapestry and Domesday Book

Friday • 2:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

Today's RDH Virtual Dental Continuing Education (CE) Event - Oct. 17, 2026

Saturday • 9:00 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Business & Professional events

Explore more events

Commercial Real Estate Attorney CLE / Broker CE

Tomorrow • 8:30 AM

6111 Oak Tree Blvd

Check ticket price on event

Leaders Coaching Clinic

Friday • 8:30 AM

Ratliff

Check ticket price on event

B.U.I.L.D. Breakfast Independence

Tue, Oct 20 • 8:00 AM + 10 more

L.A. Pete's

Check ticket price on event

NEO MBA Meet The Leaders & Founders Mixer

Wed, Oct 21 • 5:00 PM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Ask Engine Advantage

Thu, Oct 29 • 10:00 AM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Blaze AI Summit

Tue, Nov 10 • 8:00 AM

Independence Conference Center

Check ticket price on event

ACHE Northern Ohio Annual Meeting 2026 & Leadership Session

Tue, Nov 17 • 5:30 PM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Commercial Real Estate Attorney CLE / Broker CE

Tomorrow • 8:30 AM

6111 Oak Tree Blvd

Check ticket price on event

Leaders Coaching Clinic

Friday • 8:30 AM

Ratliff

Check ticket price on event

B.U.I.L.D. Breakfast Independence

Tue, Oct 20 • 8:00 AM + 10 more

L.A. Pete's

Check ticket price on event

NEO MBA Meet The Leaders & Founders Mixer

Wed, Oct 21 • 5:00 PM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Ask Engine Advantage

Thu, Oct 29 • 10:00 AM

Slyman's Tavern Independence

Check ticket price on event

Blaze AI Summit

Tue, Nov 10 • 8:00 AM

Independence Conference Center

Check ticket price on event

ACHE Northern Ohio Annual Meeting 2026 & Leadership Session

Tue, Nov 17 • 5:30 PM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

From nearby cities

State of The Circle 2026

Tomorrow • 4:30 PM

Cleveland Institute of Music

Check ticket price on event

Taste of Pinecrest

Thursday • 4:00 PM

Pinecrest

Check ticket price on event

In Response w/ Art Therapy Studio

Thursday • 6:00 PM

Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (moCa)

Check ticket price on event

Mayfield Curling Club Fall 2026 New Curler Clinic (4 Saturday Sessions)

Sat, Oct 24 • 2:30 PM

Mayfield Curling Club

Check ticket price on event

Roads To Recovery 2026 Conference

Mon, Oct 26 • 7:30 AM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Social Hour: Speed Dating Ages 25-35

Tue, Oct 27 • 6:30 PM

Tapster Cleveland, Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH, USA

Check ticket price on event

Run & Rave

Wed, Oct 28 • 6:00 PM

Tapster Cleveland

Check ticket price on event

IN THE END "LINKIN PARK EXPERIENCE" WITH SPECIAL GUESTS 4LOCOS AT THE LOCAL

Sat, Jan 16 • 8:00 PM

14751 Pearl Rd

Check ticket price on event

State of The Circle 2026

Tomorrow • 4:30 PM

Cleveland Institute of Music

Check ticket price on event

Taste of Pinecrest

Thursday • 4:00 PM

Pinecrest

Check ticket price on event

In Response w/ Art Therapy Studio

Thursday • 6:00 PM

Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (moCa)

Check ticket price on event

Mayfield Curling Club Fall 2026 New Curler Clinic (4 Saturday Sessions)

Sat, Oct 24 • 2:30 PM

Mayfield Curling Club

Check ticket price on event

Roads To Recovery 2026 Conference

Mon, Oct 26 • 7:30 AM

Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG

Check ticket price on event

Social Hour: Speed Dating Ages 25-35

Tue, Oct 27 • 6:30 PM

Tapster Cleveland, Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH, USA

Check ticket price on event

Run & Rave

Wed, Oct 28 • 6:00 PM

Tapster Cleveland

Check ticket price on event

IN THE END "LINKIN PARK EXPERIENCE" WITH SPECIAL GUESTS 4LOCOS AT THE LOCAL

Sat, Jan 16 • 8:00 PM

14751 Pearl Rd

Check ticket price on event

Frequently asked questions about Independence

What are some family-friendly events in the Independence area?

Independence hosts many community-focused events perfect for families. The annual Home Days celebration features carnival rides at Elmwood Park, while The Workz in Cuyahoga Falls offers duckpin bowling and arcade games.

Where can I find live music near Independence?

Cleveland offers many live music events a short drive from Independence. The Beachland Ballroom & Tavern is a destination for indie rock, while the House of Blues downtown hosts major national tours.

Are there free community events in Independence, OH?

Yes, Independence hosts several free community events, particularly during warmer months. The Summer Concert Series offers free outdoor performances at the Town Square, and local markets provide a no-cost browsing experience.

What is the nightlife scene like near Independence?

Head into Cleveland for a lively nightlife scene with distinct neighborhood vibes. Ohio City is known for its craft breweries, while Downtown's Warehouse District has clubs with DJs and dancing for a high-energy night out.

Which Cleveland venues host comedy shows?

Downtown Cleveland is the main hub for stand-up comedy. Hilarities 4th Street Theatre is a dedicated comedy club featuring national acts, and Playhouse Square occasionally hosts major touring comedians in its historic theaters.

Do you have any date night ideas for the area?

A great date night could involve seeing a Broadway show at Playhouse Square. For something more casual, explore the galleries and restaurants in Tremont before finding a cozy bar or catching a local band.

Can I find farmers markets or outdoor events?

Yes, the area features several recurring outdoor markets and events. The Market on the Square in Independence runs through the summer, and Cleveland's Kamm's Corners Farmers Market is a popular destination for local goods.

How can I explore Cleveland neighborhoods like Ohio City or Tremont?

Exploring Ohio City or Tremont reveals Cleveland's artisan and artsy sides. Ohio City is great for foodies, centered around the West Side Market, while Tremont offers a mix of art fairs and unique restaurants around Lincoln Park.