Free events in Rock Island County, IL

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

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Enjoy Beyblade X free play and bring your favorite rips for some friendly ruckus.

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This free weekly class offers toddlers a playful way to explore music through singing, dancing, movement, and hands-on sensory activities. Interactive activities encourage creativity and coordination, while shared play gives toddlers and their caregivers opportunities for social interaction. Each week brings a new theme and activities. Parents, caregivers, and guardians are encouraged to participate with their toddlers. Advance registration is required.

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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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Wee-Littles Art Start is a free weekly program for toddlers that encourages creativity, imagination, and self-expression through engaging art activities. With gentle guidance, children can explore a variety of art materials while developing age-appropriate gross and fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and social skills. The focus is on enjoying the creative process rather than producing a finished artwork. The program also offers parents and caregivers a chance to bond with their children as they explore and create.

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Teenagers can explore their creativity and try a new DIY craft project each week in a relaxed, welcoming setting. All materials are provided at no cost, and instructors offer step-by-step guidance. The club provides an opportunity to discover different crafting techniques, express personal style, and connect with other teens.

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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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Celebrate the holiday season with the lighting of Rock Island’s Christmas tree, accompanied by caroling from the Rock Island High School Chamber Choir. The festivities include Santa photos and letter writing, holiday pop-up shops, a Christmas tree farm, and seasonal food and drinks available for purchase. A food drive and holiday display are also part of the celebration. The tree lighting launches two ongoing downtown activities: a decorated storefront challenge with voting and a hunt for hidden train ornaments, with prizes available.

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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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Enjoy free movie entertainment at the library, with a recent film for adults and snacks featured each month. This month’s 2026 movie follows George Washington’s early military career during the French and Indian War.

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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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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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This free weekly program offers toddlers and young children hands-on sensory exploration through interactive stations featuring a variety of materials, textures, colors, and objects. Children can enjoy creative play while building fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and cognitive abilities, as well as opportunities to share experiences and interact with other children. The program is open to all, and advance registration is not required.

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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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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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Enjoy a festive Holiday Hop with free admission, activities for kids, food and retail vendors, complimentary trolley rides, music, and dancing.

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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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Celebrate the annual Friendsgiving tradition with a free Thanksgiving buffet featuring turkey and ham. Everyone is welcome, and guests are invited to bring a dish to share. A sign-up sheet is available at The Edge to see what dishes are planned so far.

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Celebrate the holiday season with a festive group bike ride along Moline’s riverfront. The route follows Ben Butterworth Parkway to the Celebration Belle and back. Riders of all ages are welcome. Helmets are required, and anyone under 13 must ride with a parent or legal guardian. All riders must complete a participant waiver, with a parent or legal guardian completing it for those under 13. Santa suits, elf costumes, and holiday-decorated bikes are encouraged. Presented by Moline Centre in partnership with Wright Cycles and Vibrant Arena.

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Celebrate the holiday season at a free community gathering featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, children’s activities, Santa Claus, live music, treats, and hot cocoa. The celebration includes a ceremonial tree lighting followed by a fireworks display. Presented by the City of Moline, Moline Centre, John Deere, MetroLINK, Renew Moline, MidAmerican Energy, and Vibrant Arena, with WQAD as a partner.

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Enjoy open Beyblade play in a welcoming community setting. Participants are asked to avoid running and excessive shouting, respect other activities taking place, and take care when moving tables or stacking chairs. Snacks and drinks are welcome, but should be kept off the playmats. Please clean up and promptly report any messes to staff. The shop is a safe space, and bullying is not tolerated.

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Test your knowledge of 1980s and 1990s music with general music trivia, “Name That Tune,” artist identification, album cover recognition, and more. The game is free to play, with house cash as a prize, and is open to all ages.

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Enjoy a live music performance by Becca, whose sound blends pop, alternative, indie, and country with powerhouse vocals. The show offers two hours of music in an intimate setting, with free admission.

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