Independence, Missouri – More than 200,000 visitors are expected to gather in Historic Independence Square this Labor Day Weekend as the annual SantaCaliGon Days Festival returns September 4–7, 2026, bringing four days of live entertainment, carnival rides, shopping, food, and family fun to one of Missouri’s largest community celebrations.

Celebrating Independence’s historic role as the starting point of the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon Trails, SantaCaliGon Days has grown into one of the Midwest’s premier annual festivals.

 

Festival Highlights

• Live entertainment throughout the weekend

• Carnival rides and attractions

• Hundreds of artisan, craft, commercial, and food vendors

• Shopping throughout Historic Independence Square

• Family-friendly activities for all ages

• Local businesses and community organizations

• A celebration of Independence’s trail heritage

Admission is FREE, making SantaCaliGon Days the perfect Labor Day Weekend destination for families and visitors of all ages.

Event Information

Event: SantaCaliGon Days Festival

Dates: September 4–7, 2026

Location: Historic Independence Square, Independence, Missouri

Admission: FREE

 

Media Contact

Kenya Oliver

Marketing & Communications Manager

Independence Chamber of Commerce

Email: kenya@ichamber.biz

Phone: 816.252.4745