Free events in Bettendorf, IA

Think & Drink Trivia brings a live, interactive team quiz to Five Cities Brewing in Bettendorf, IA. It is free to play and teams can include up to eight players. The game features four rounds that grow in difficulty and point values, with categories spanning current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. After each question a song plays, and teams have until the music ends to turn in an answer. Phones, web devices, and smartwatches are not permitted. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams, and house cash is on the line. Arriving early is recommended to secure a table.

Gypsy Highway hosts a live, team-based trivia night with Think & Drink Trivia. The game unfolds over four rounds that grow in difficulty and point values, covering topics like current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. Participation is free, it welcomes all ages, and teams can include up to eight players. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams, with house cash on the line. After each question a song plays, and your team has the length of that track to submit an answer. Phones and other web-connected devices, including smartwatches, are not permitted during play. Arrive early to secure a table.

Enjoy participatory folk dancing with live music at Bettendorf Presbyterian Church. Each dance is taught, walked through, and prompted, making it welcoming for newcomers as well as experienced dancers. The program includes circle, square, and longways formations, with contras as the primary style. No partner or prior experience is needed, and all ages are welcome. Good'un String Band provides the music. There is no fee to attend, and donations to the band are appreciated. Help spread the word to others.

Crawford Brew Works welcomes Nashville singer songwriter Ryan Bizarri for an evening of acoustic country steeped in storytelling and heart. This free, public performance blends his own material with familiar favorites from the genre. Expect nods to artists such as Garth Brooks, Zac Brown, Toby Keith, and Brad Paisley. Bizarri also shares the stories behind his originals, including his co write for Rodney Atkins, “Eat Sleep Love You Repeat.” The kitchen pairs the music with a lineup of comfort food, from Asada Street Tacos and Valentina’s Brisket Tacos to classic and mushroom smash burgers with truffle aioli. Flatbreads range from brisket with barbecue flavors to a classic Margherita, and the 5pm Pancakes plate features hand breaded chicken with a hot honey glaze. In the taproom, choose from more than 15 beers on draft, including Get Off My Lawn IPA, Road Rash Raspberry Fruit Beer, and Butcher’s Blood Lager. Cocktails such as Bettendorf Mules and grown up root beer floats are available, along with wine, hard ciders, and non alcoholic options like Athletic N A beer and a variety of sodas. Settle in on the dog friendly patio or relax in the main bar for a night of live country music and good company.

Five Cities Brewing in Bettendorf hosts a lively music bingo night that blends classic bingo with name-that-tune rounds and crowd sing-alongs. It is free to play, and participants can win free beer. The format keeps the energy up as songs cue the squares on the cards and players call out bingo amid favorite choruses.

This free event highlights a broad mix of services centered on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care in the QCA. Explore resources that support the full continuum from expecting to post-birth.

Put your knowledge of 1996 films to the test at The Last Picture House in Davenport, IA. This general movie trivia night is part of the Movie Trivia Series and Think and Drink Mondays, spotlighting one year at a time. A random draw during the event will determine the year for the next installment. There is no cost to play, winners can earn house cash, and the event welcomes all ages. Plan to arrive early to secure a table.

Weekly Commander Night invites Magic: The Gathering fans to meet new players and enjoy relaxed games in a welcoming setting. Participation is free, and there are plenty of tables so play stays comfortable rather than crowded. Arrive solo or bring a group, and know that all experience levels are welcome. When available, special promos and WPN Premium exclusive items are offered, giving attendees a chance at extra goodies. Expect an evening focused on community, laughter, and plenty of Commander action.

Think & Drink Entertainment hosts a live, interactive team trivia night at The Tangled Wood in Bettendorf. There is no cost to participate and all ages are welcome, with squads of up to eight competing for house cash and awards for the top three teams. The game unfolds over four rounds that grow in difficulty and point values, covering topics such as current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. After each question a song plays, and teams have the length of that track to submit an answer, with phones, web devices, and smartwatches off limits. Arriving early is recommended to secure a table.

Fans of the Star Wars Unlimited trading card game gather for casual free play focused on building decks, playtesting, and sharing strategies in a relaxed setting. Participation is free, and everyone who takes part receives special promo packs. New players are welcome, with learn-to-play decks available so anyone can get started regardless of experience. The friendly environment encourages conversation, tips, and plenty of enjoyable gameplay.

A Wednesday night dinner and free concert series features local QC musician Levi Craft performing a blend of sing along favorites. There is no cover to attend.

Think & Drink Trivia brings a live team challenge to Edison’s Gastropub in Bettendorf, Iowa. Entry is free, and participants of all ages can compete in teams of up to eight. The match features four rounds that grow in difficulty and point value, with questions covering current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. After each question, a song plays and teams have that song’s duration to submit an answer. Prizes are awarded for first, second, and third place, and there is a chance to win house cash. Phones, web-connected devices, and smartwatches are not permitted during play. Seating is first come, first served, so arriving early is recommended to secure a table.

Music Bingo at The Tangled Wood in Bettendorf brings bingo, name that tune challenges, and sing along moments together with Think & Drink Entertainment. Instead of numbers such as B15, the spaces match parts of songs. When you recognize the title, place a chip, and five in a row makes a winner. Phones, devices, and apps are not allowed. It is free to play, prizes include free drinks, and all ages can take part.