[citation needed] The festival features a variety of artists as well as comedy, spoken word, a small cinema and other attractions.

[citation needed] INDIEPENDENCE first started as a free festival in the town square in Mitchelstown, running as such in 2006, 2007 and 2008.

Over these years artists such as The Frank & Walters, Gemma Hayes, The Republic of Loose, The Sultans of Ping, Delorentos, Director and The Blizzards performed at the single stage event.

[citation needed] After capacity crowds in 2008, the festival moved to a green field site at O'Connell Park in 2009 and charged entry for the first time.

This event featured The Super Furry Animals, Ocean Colour Scene, Villagers, The Blizzards and others.