5 things to do in Independence, MO — Sunday, August 30, 2026

1. Beyond the Trenches: Stealing the Kaiser's Ashtray

   Community at Museum, starting 9 a.m.

   In 1919, eight U.S. National Guard soldiers stole an ashtray from the castle where Kaiser Wilhelm II was exiled – nearly derailing the Treaty of Versailles. Find out why with military historian Nikki Dean.

   Details from the organizer

2. Kansas City Men's Soccer vs San Francisco

   Sports at Kansas City, Mo., Durwood Soccer Stadium, starting 7:30 p.m.

   Kansas City Men's Soccer vs San Francisco Streaming Video: https://www.midcosportsplus.com/?school=kansas-city Tickets: https://kcroos.evenue.net/list/MSOC

   Details from the organizer

3. Brick City Bike Tours: Central West End & The Grove

   On the calendar at Samuel Kennedy Park, starting 1 p.m.

   ~ August Brick City Bike Tour! ~ This month, enjoy highlights of the Central West End and The Grove/Forest Park Southeast!...

   Details from the organizer

4. O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall

   Live music at Starlight Theatre, starting 1 p.m.

   O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall at Starlight Theatre on August 30, 2026.

   Details from the organizer

5. Back to School Night

   Community at Kansas City High School, starting 1 p.m.

   An evening for students and parents to meet teachers and learn about the upcoming school year.

   Details from the organizer

Sources

• Official city, county and parks department calendars — Government event calendars for each covered market
• Public library event calendars — Library programming published by local systems
• Convention and visitors bureau calendars — Destination-marketing organizations for each city