Free events in Quad Cities, IA

The Storehouse offers free household items to anyone in need. Available items are used, with some new, and in good condition. They may include kitchen supplies, décor, small furniture, bedding, baby necessities, and more. Visitors can also ask for prayer, help finding a church to attend, or connections to other services in the Quad Cities. Household check-in is required at entry, and visits are limited to four per calendar year.

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Enjoy a free day at the museum with activities including yoga, sketchbook club drawing, conversations with docents, mini masterpiece creations, and a community hunger drive. This month’s activities are inspired by the Season of Giving.

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This free divorce workshop offers practical emotional, legal, and financial guidance. Everyone is welcome, and coffee and light refreshments will be available afterward. The workshop is sponsored by Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and is not co-sponsored by Black Hawk College.

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The Kindness Market: Home for the Holidays marks its sixth annual vendor showcase at CrossFit Millstone, highlighting community spirit and the season’s warmth. More than 40 small businesses, including young vendors, offer an array of gift-ready finds. Entry is free, and the first ten adults receive complimentary goodie bags. Activities include a free vendor bingo game with prizes, door prizes, and permanent jewelry, with food and drink trucks on site. K9 Kindness Rescue is supported through raffles, and adoptable dogs and puppies will be present. Free photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus add to a family-friendly atmosphere centered on kindness.

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A free meal is available every Sunday. Se ofrece una cena gratuita cada domingo.

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Discover how charitable giving fits into your estate plan at a free workshop from the William Butterworth Foundation. Trista Foster, Senior Vice President and President of Wealth Management at American Bank & Trust, leads an accessible introduction to starting an estate plan, highlighting gift options you can make during your lifetime or through your estate and how they can benefit both you and the organizations you support. This session is part of a four-workshop series and will take place in the Butterworth Center's Oak Room.

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Enjoy free Commander games in a welcoming setting, whether you come on your own or with a group. Players of all skill levels are welcome, and tables are available for comfortable play. Special promos and WPN Premium exclusive items may be given away when available.

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The Redstone Room Jazz Jam is a free, open jazz gathering hosted by Augustana jazz professor Joel Linscheid and friends. Musicians of all levels can take part, and listeners are welcome to enjoy the live music. The bar will be open.

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Players can build decks, playtest, and discuss strategies for the Star Wars Unlimited trading card game in a friendly, welcoming setting. Participation is free, and everyone who takes part receives special promo packs. New players are welcome, with learn-to-play decks available to help them get started.

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Gather your Friends for a free-to-play trivia night featuring questions inspired by the beloved TV show. All ages are welcome, and house cash is up for grabs at FINNS GRILL.

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Country music fans can enjoy live music from Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends in a friendly atmosphere, with food, dancing, and conversation. There is no cover charge.

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Enjoy a live, interactive team trivia game with four rounds of questions that increase in difficulty and point value. Topics include current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. Play for free in teams of up to eight, with prizes for first, second, and third place. After each question, a song plays while teams prepare their answers. Cell phones, web devices, and smart watches are not allowed. The game is open to all ages, and arriving early is recommended to get a table.

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Enjoy a free-to-play game of Music Bingo with a college-night theme. Prizes include free drinks, and participants of all ages are welcome. Participants must be 21 or older to win alcohol.

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This free stroke support group offers a welcoming space for anyone affected by a stroke. Supportive staff facilitate the conversation, listen, and provide guidance throughout. Participants connect with peers to socialize, exchange coping strategies and resources, and encourage one another. The gathering is held in the cafeteria at The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute, and snacks and drinks are provided. No advance registration is required. For more information, call 309.581.3600.

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Enjoy a free evening of painting, with a complimentary seminar or the option to paint alongside fellow enthusiasts. Dustin “The Aartvark” Rahn will demonstrate techniques for painters of all skill levels, and attendees can receive free miniatures and paints. The Aartvark also offers lessons and consultation, along with custom models, terrain, and paintjobs for tabletop games and role-playing characters.

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Create a whimsical plant using beads, wire, and a terra cotta pot. These plants are guaranteed not to die, and no green thumb is needed. There is no cost to participate.

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Take a relaxing, fall-inspired yoga break at Millstone. All fitness levels are welcome. Bring a mat and a friend.

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Meet American art and cultural historian Wanda Corn as she discusses her book, The Couple with the Pitchfork: American Gothic from Easel to Icon. The talk will be followed by a book signing. Food and drinks will be available, and Thursday admission is free through sponsorship from Chris and Mary Rayburn.

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Put your trivia knowledge to the test with four rounds of play and prizes. The game is free to play and features questions without multiple-choice answers. Hosted by Jennies Boxcar and created by Gleeful Events.

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Curator Chris Chandler from the Putnam Museum and Science Center will share the story of a recently excavated Triceratops skeleton that will eventually be displayed at the Putnam Museum. Learn about the excavation and preparation of the skeleton during this free program funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

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Enjoy Music Bingo with Think & Drink Entertainment, featuring song snippets in place of traditional bingo numbers. Identify the song and mark its square with a bingo chip. Get five squares in a row to win. The game also includes “Name That Tune” and sing-alongs. Playing is free, with drinks and prizes to win, and all ages are welcome. Play indoors or on the patio, weather permitting.

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The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center is providing free Thanksgiving meals across the Quad Cities. Meals are available to everyone while supplies last, with drive-through pickup, delivery, and dine-in options offered at the center, along with pickup at additional locations. Volunteers ages 13 and older are needed to help prepare, package, and distribute meals.

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Enjoy a free lunchtime performance by Randy Leasman, a Quad Cities songwriter, musician, and educator. He has performed, written, and recorded with groups including the Candymakers, the Low Down, Zach Harris Band, Siri Lorece, and the Billboard-charting Avey Grouws Band. He also teaches at Rock and Blues camps at Common Chord. Feel free to bring a lunch to enjoy during the performance. Coffee and water are provided. Funding for Brown Bag Lunch performances comes from the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.

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Celebrate the holiday season in Moline Centre with participating downtown merchants. At Dead Poet’s Espresso, visitors can enjoy complimentary drip-brew coffee and 8-ounce peppermint hot chocolate, a discount on retail shelf items, and a quick mini game for a chance to win a prize. The stop also features a Quad Cities craft station and a local author spotlight, with different authors featured across the two days.

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Teens ages 12 to 17 can enjoy an after-hours library activity featuring retro gaming, crafts, and an outdoor movie during warmer months. Snacks are included, and the activity is free. The rest of the library stays open late while the auditorium is used for a monthly music show.

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Get into the road trip spirit with a music bingo game. Play for free, bring friends or family, or come on your own, and enjoy the chance to win prizes as the holiday season begins.

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