Free events in Sangamon County, IL

This free Medicare seminar, hosted by Beatty Wealth Management & Tax Services, offers a clear introduction to how Medicare works. Participants will hear about the fundamentals, plan choices, key enrollment timelines, and common pitfalls to avoid. Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be time for questions.

Whenever a month includes a fifth Friend Finder Friday, an extra special gathering brings together cat lovers of all ages. Two complimentary rounds of Music Bingo create a welcoming way for families, seniors, and students to enjoy the space, meet neighbors, and share the fun. Guests are asked to be considerate of both fellow attendees and the resident cats. Pick up a bingo card, enjoy good company, and you may meet a new favorite person and a new feline friend.

Celebrate Halloween at The Railyard with a family-friendly gathering centered on costumes, candy, and playful activities. Attendees can make their way through the venue to collect treats from participating vendors and community candy stations. A parade welcomes participants to showcase their costumes for another moment in the spotlight. Throughout the space, look for themed photo opportunities, casual games, and Halloween-inspired specials from food and drink vendors. Admission is free.

Play Commander with free entry and random prizing. Open to both casual and competitive players who want to have fun or put their skills to the test.

Test your wits at Boone's in Springfield with Twin City Trivia, featuring seven rounds that blend brainy challenges with plenty of laughs. It is free to play, with no entry fee and no app required. Teams compete for prizes, so gather a crew and see if your table can claim bragging rights.

Enjoy free live music in an open mic setting at The Bird Tavern, hosted by Mike Metz. Bring an instrument to take part, or stop by for pizza and drinks in the bird garden while listening.

Enjoy a free trivia night featuring seven rounds designed to challenge your knowledge and spark some laughs. No entry fee or app is required, and prizes are awarded to the top teams. Gather a team and see how you do.