Free events in Salem, OH

Stage AE officially hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers tailgates in Pittsburgh. This outdoor celebration takes place rain or shine and welcomes guests of all ages. Opening ahead of every home game at Acrisure Stadium, it is known as the region’s largest tailgate, featuring free admission, live music, food and drink specials, and chances to win prizes and autographed items.

IDOL makes its premiere with a limited-capacity screening at the Giese Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio. This psychological thriller follows a fan who abducts her favorite country singer and subjects him to torment, delving into the darker side of obsession and fame. Admission is free, seating is very limited, and no additional guests can be accommodated once capacity is reached.

Enjoy a casual game of MTG: Commander with a growing community of players. Entry is free, and players are welcome to bring any deck, whether it is their best or their worst.

This free support group offers a calm, welcoming space for open conversation, with a trained therapy dog and handler present. Led by a trained NAMI facilitator, the group provides a relaxed, confidential environment where everyone is welcome.

Enjoy a few casual rounds of Commander. New players are welcome, and those who would like a walkthrough can arrive a little early. There is no cover, and parking is free after 6 p.m. in Brookline.

Put your knowledge to the test in an interactive trivia game featuring a competitive mix of questions, including image and music rounds. A live host guides the game, while players use their phones to submit answers and track their standings on the leaderboard. Play is free, and prizes are awarded to the winners. Teams can include up to six players, with questions covering topics such as pop culture, sports, history, and science.

Brentwood Library hosts a free support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Meetings offer opportunities to socialize, learn, and take part in physical and mental exercise. Free parking and light refreshments are available. For questions, contact Chuck at 412-400-9967.

Enjoy a free Brownbag Concert featuring early music performed by graduate students in CWRU’s Historical Performance Program, led by Julie Andrijeski. Guests are welcome to bring lunch.

This free, in-person support group brings together adults living with mental illness for structured conversation in a safe, relaxed, and confidential setting. NAMI-trained facilitators who are living in recovery lead the group, offering a space for understanding, encouragement, and connection.

Enjoy a free yoga class featuring gentle standing flows and floor poses designed to support strength and flexibility while helping you relax and reduce stress. Please bring your own mat. All participants must sign a waiver before taking part.

Men experience mental health challenges too, and there is no need to face them alone. This free, confidential support group welcomes adult men who have a mental health diagnosis. Discussions are guided by NAMI-trained facilitators who are in recovery, offering a structured conversation in a relaxed, supportive setting where participants can share, listen, and connect with others who understand. The group meets at Poland Library. Use of library facilities is permitted by The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County and does not represent an endorsement by its staff or Board of Trustees.

Enjoy an evening of trivia, friendly competition, food, and drinks. Play for free with a team or join one when you arrive. The top teams win prizes and bragging rights.

This program at the Butler offers an interactive gallery tour followed by a creative art activity for babies 24 months and younger with a parent or caregiver. It supports early learning through looking at artworks and making art together, and it is free to attend and open to the public. The program is offered on the first Thursday of each month, except in December. For questions or more details, contact Joy Mistovich, Education Assistant and Accessibility Specialist, at 330-743-1107 ext. 1103 or joymistovich@butlerart.com.

Pillar Pittsburgh offers a free meetup for moms with babies from birth to age three. It provides a welcoming space to spend time together, listen, and offer one another support while navigating parenthood. Coffee and tea are available, and there is a full kitchen for those who wish to bring their own drinks or snacks.

The Hubbard Rotary Club’s annual auction features new and gently used items, along with gift certificates for getaways, dining, golf, services, activities, and more. The event also includes a bourbon raffle, basket raffle, and bake sale, with food available for purchase from Eagle Grille & Tavern. Funds raised support the Hubbard Rotary Club’s community projects.

This free intermediate Slovak class series from WPSCA is intended for learners with some prior knowledge and takes place at Brentwood Public Library. Instruction is led by Božena Hilko, a native of Slovakia with extensive experience teaching children and adults. She previously taught at the high school level in Slovakia and holds a master’s degree in foreign language education from the University of Pittsburgh. The library requests that class participants do not park in the library lot. For registration or questions, contact Božena at bozi@comcast.net.

DJ RasB is back at Westside Bowl for Reggae Night, delivering a live garage session of reggae and dub. The focus is on positive vibes and music for everyone to enjoy. There is no cover charge.

Explore Pittsburgh’s longest-running art crawl along Penn Avenue, featuring a lively mix of art, dance, music, shopping, and dining. This free monthly event has brought people from across the region together since 1998, with no registration required.

The Pittsburgh Veterans Day Parade honors veterans with a parade in downtown Pittsburgh.

The second annual fall and holiday themed basket raffle fundraiser benefiting Rebel Rescue Ranch returns to The Manor Restaurant. Admission is free. Merchandise will be available for purchase, and the restaurant and bar will be open so attendees can relax with friends, buy tickets to take part in the basket raffle, and enjoy the pet friendly patio. This is the organizer’s only November fundraiser for the Ranch. Donations of items or completed baskets are welcome, with inquiries requested via direct message.