Free events in Madison, IN

The Germantown Farmers Market is a recurring market. A Goldenrod Compost bin is available on site and accepts items that usually do not belong in a home compost pile, such as meat and bones, cooked food, and compostable utensils. For questions or to inquire about becoming a vendor, contact info@germantownfarmersmarket.net.

A free celebration of Louisville’s jug band music heritage presents eight bands. Families can enjoy children’s activities and take part in workshops, while savoring local food along with beer and wine. The festivities take place beside the Ohio River.

Teens can take the court for a 3-on-3 pickup basketball league at the Ziegler Park basketball courts. Expect casual games and friendly competition. Participation is free for teens, and no registration is required.

Find understanding and connection in a twice-monthly support group for people grieving the loss of a spouse or partner. Sessions are guided by licensed counselors in a safe, caring setting at the Hosparus Health Louisville Grief Counseling Center. The group is free and open to the community, and pre-registration is required before the first meeting. For more information, call 502-456-5451.

Local and regional jazz artists perform every Monday at the Sherwin-Williams Porch, adding to Cincinnati’s thriving jazz scene. Attendees can enjoy a favorite drink while a rotating roster brings a range of sounds and ensembles. Artists featured across the run include Sophia Troyer, Love of Country Jazz Quintet Plays Cowboy Bossa Nova, Brent Gallaher Quintet, Mambo Combo, Estrada do Sol, Faux Frenchmen, Ricky Nye, Pamela Mallory Quartet, Little Saudade, Mandy Gaines and Brad Meyers, Jim Connerley Quartet, Camille Saba Smith, Bacchanal Steel Band, Marc Fields, Keigo Hirakawa Trio, Lili Shires and Steve Schmidt, Hank Stephens and Erwin Stuckey, Five Little Bears, Phil DeGreg Trio, Retro Nouveau featuring Jack Garrett, Noisepolice, Al West Jr, Jordan Pollard Trio, Queen City Cabaret, Daniel Bennett and the Dirty Shirleys, and Dixie Karas. Admission is free and tickets are not required. Programmed in collaboration with Jazz at the Memo, with thanks to sponsors GBBN, Sherwin-Williams, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.

Enjoy a relaxed, conversation-friendly walk on the Paw Paw and Chinkapin Trails, beginning at the Brown-Forman Silo Center in Turkey Run Park. The route is 5 miles round trip on a dirt surface, guided by Parklands Rangers. The Parklands Walking Club meets regularly with both morning and evening options, exploring different Parklands trails at an easy pace. Attendance is free and no registration is required. Walks take place in most weather, with updates or cancellations due to hazardous conditions posted on the Parklands alerts page. For the safety and comfort of the group, only service animals are permitted.

A free weekly grief resource group supports parents and guardians who are caring for a grieving child at home. Each session provides education about grief, open discussion, and supportive coaching from licensed grief counselors. Participants connect with other families, discover practical strategies, and feel better prepared to support a child's healing. An optional orientation for first-time attendees is offered before the session begins. The program meets at the Hosparus Health Grief Counseling Center. Registration is required.

This group offers a compassionate place for anyone grieving the loss of a sibling, including those mourning siblings by choice. It is an ongoing space to share your story, talk through challenges, and find understanding alongside others who truly relate. Sessions are led by licensed counselors. Participation is free and open to the community. Meetings are held at the Hosparus Health Grief Counseling Center in Louisville. New participants must register in advance, and the facilitator will get in touch before a first visit.

At the Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom, trivia enthusiasts can take on three rounds of live competition that blend Name That Tune, a wager segment, and wide-ranging general knowledge questions. Teams of up to six are welcome, prizes go to the top performers, and there is no cost to participate. This series runs every other Tuesday in the taproom.

Bring your team to Che OTR for a free, two hour trivia game that welcomes all knowledge levels. Arrive a little early to secure a table and come prepared with a team name for an evening of questions, laughs, and friendly competition. Prizes await the top finishers, with first place earning a $30 bar tab or an empanada, second place receiving a $20 bar tab, and third place taking a $10 bar tab. Prize tabs can be used after the game. Tuesday specials include $13 Taco Trios and $10 margaritas available all night, and Happy Hour offers $6 draft beers, $5 off wine pours, and $10 appetizers. More brains can lead to more bragging rights.

Build early language skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and playful activities. Open to infants through school-age children. Please register and include the total number of people in your group.

Teams can test their knowledge at Trivia Night at The Fix Coffeehouse & Bar while enjoying tasty drinks and a lively atmosphere. There is no cost to participate, groups can compete together, and prizes go to the highest scoring teams. Both devoted trivia buffs and casual players are welcome.

Wee Walking Club is a relaxed, nature-focused meet-up for parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers. Each outing explores a different trail that is less than 1.5 miles and set at an easy pace for small children and conversation. The program is free, and no registration is required. Walks continue in the rain; for hazardous weather, check the alerts page on the website for updates or cancellations. For this session, participants will meet park rangers at the Boulder Pond Parking Lot in Turkey Run Park for a paved, stroller-friendly stroll on the Sky Meadow Trail covering about a half mile round trip. Port-a-potties will be available, and there are no changing tables. For the well-being of the group, only service animals are permitted.

G-FORCE is a peer-focused program for children ages 6 to 12 who are grieving the loss of someone close. Through activities, conversation, and guided guidance, participants build healthy ways to understand and express their feelings in a safe, caring setting. This weekly program is free, and registration is required. Parents and guardians begin by registering to attend G-FORCE Basic Training before their child participates. Sessions take place at Hosparus Health Grief Counseling Center.