Free events in Troy, OH

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18 free this weekChecked Saturday, October 24

Free this week

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Saturday, October 24Today

2 free events

  • 11am

    Family Fruit and Vegetable Coupon Signup at the Community Baby Shower and Diaper Giveaway

    Trotwood · Phillips Temple, 3620 Shiloh Springs Road

    Free

    Sign up for the Family Fruit and Vegetable Coupon Program during the Community Baby Shower and Diaper Giveaway. Eligible families can receive $140 in coupons to use on free local fruits and vegetables at participating locations. Enrollment is completed in person with a brief form, supplies are limited and available on a first come, first served basis for those who qualify, and nothing extra is needed to take part. To be eligible, participants must be U.S. citizens or meet a citizenship exception, have a minor or a pregnant woman in the household, and have an income at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level.

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  • 6pm

    Trunk or Treat

    Dayton · Pleasant Hill Swim Club, 360 Zengel Dr

    Free

    A yearly PHSC trunk-or-treat brings a night of spooky fun with costumes and treats. Candy will be handed out until supplies are gone, and the evening also features a film under the stars and a friendly chili contest. Sign-ups are available for bringing chili or other supplies, and there are opportunities to host a decorated trunk.

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Sunday, October 25

3 free events

  • 12pm

    2nd Annual A Spooktacular Day

    St Paris · Whitman's Bike Shop, 134 S Springfield St

    Free

    Whitman’s Bike Shop hosts a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration in downtown Saint Paris, filling the afternoon with festive activities, live entertainment, plenty of food, and shopping. Highlights include trick-or-treating with participating vendors and organizations, high-energy live wrestling from Khaos United, a craft and vendor marketplace with handmade goods and boutique finds, a kids zone with games and creative projects, Luna Belle’s cake walk, DJ-spun music, and themed photo opportunities. Community organizations and local businesses will be on hand throughout. An extensive food truck lineup offers choices for every craving, including LaGranja Mexican, Cousins Maine Lobster, Schmidt’s Sausage Truck, Wilson’s Rollin Shmoke LLC, Fat Hammies LLC, Pita Hut Grill, New Orleans Grill, Bacon. Food Truck, The Old Pine Coffee Co., Lou & Crew’s Creamery + Candies, and Luna Belle’s Sweet Shoppe, with options ranging from savory meals to sweet treats and coffee. The event also supports Christmas in the Village’s collection for the St. Paris Food Pantry. Those who wish to contribute may bring nonperishable items such as baked beans, cake or brownie mixes, and tubs of icing. Costumes are encouraged, especially for kids enjoying the trick-or-treat route.

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  • 12pm

    Family Day

    Dayton · The Melting Pot, 453 Miamisburg Centerville Rd

    Free

    Sundays come with a little extra for families. Children 12 and under enjoy a complimentary kids meal, up to a $15 value, when an adult entrée is purchased. The offer is limited to one free kids meal for each adult entrée. It cannot be combined with other promotions, specials, or dip certificates, and it does not apply on holidays.

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  • 6pm

    Trunk 'N' Treat

    New Carlisle · Crossroad Baptist Church, 9903 W National Rd

    Free

    This is a free, family-friendly event to enjoy together.

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Tuesday, October 27

3 free events

  • 11am

    Chair Yoga

    Dayton · Center for Spiritual Living , 4100 Benfield Dr

    Free

    Chair yoga takes place in the sanctuary on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Donations are welcome.

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  • 5:30pm

    Tuesday Night Commander

    Sidney · Cardboard Horde, 505 N Vandemark Rd

    Free

    Cardboard Horde in Sidney, Ohio hosts a relaxed Magic: The Gathering Commander gathering that is free to attend and welcoming to all experience levels. Bring a new brew or a trusted deck, play casual multiplayer games, meet fellow players, and connect with the local community.

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  • 6pm

    Music Bingo

    Piqua · The Social at Piqua Center, 987 E Ash St

    Free

    This family friendly twist on bingo costs nothing to play and uses song titles in place of numbers on each card.

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Wednesday, October 28

4 free events

  • 4pm

    Fairborn Farmers Night Market

    Fairborn · Main Street Commons, 103 W Main St

    Free

    Fairborn’s Farmers Night Market takes place indoors at Main St. Commons, where area vendors offer a wide range of goods. Shoppers can find fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and herbs, baked goods, meats and poultry items, honey, jams and other preserves, as well as agriculture inspired crafts and other homemade items.

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  • 5pm

    Seeds of Love Food Pantry

    Urbana · Crossway Vineyard Church, 129 N Oakland St

    Free

    Seeds of Love Food Pantry welcomes anyone in need of groceries. Please bring your ID, if applicable.

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  • 5pm

    Weekly Card Show

    Columbus · Counterbalance Brewing Company, 2004 Burgoyne Ct

    Free

    A weekly card show celebrates Pokémon, trading card games, and sports cards at Counterbalance Brewing Company. Attendees will find a rotating mix of TCG and sports card tables, plus giveaways and special activities. Admission is free, all ages are welcome, and the brewery offers food and beverages. For information about securing a table, email midwestsportscardshows@gmail.com.

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  • 6:15pm

    Chair Yoga

    Dayton · Center for Spiritual Living Greater Dayton, 4100 Benfield Dr

    Free

    A chair yoga session is held in the sanctuary at Center for Spiritual Living Greater Dayton. It takes place prior to the meditation that follows, and love donations are welcome.

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Thursday, October 29

5 free events

  • 11am

    Chair Yoga

    Dayton · Center for Spiritual Living, 4100 Benfield Dr

    Free

    Chair yoga is held in the sanctuary at Center for Spiritual Living Greater Dayton. Love donations are welcome.

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  • 6pm

    Special Needs Family Build Night

    Dayton · Dayton Brick Shop, 5519 Bigger Rd

    Free

    This final session of the year offers a welcoming family build night created for families of individuals with special needs. In the community room, kids can focus on social interaction while bringing their own LEGO creations to life. Tables are stocked with bins of loose bricks so there is plenty of space to build and chat. Siblings are encouraged to take part and can connect with other siblings who share similar family experiences. The building is wheelchair accessible. Lighting cannot be dimmed or covered. If a creation is going home, it is priced at $1 per ounce. Otherwise, pieces are returned to sanitized bins for future use. A separate Family Bingo Build Night is available for all ages. This offering is available at the Kettering location only.

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  • 6pm

    Weekly Recovery Dinner & Meeting

    Urbana · Caring Kitchen, 300 Miami St

    Free

    Hosted by Caring Kitchen, this weekly event offers a free dinner followed by a recovery meeting. Attendees share a meal first, then take part in the meeting focused on recovery. For more details, call 937-653-8443.

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  • 7pm

    Team Tune Trivia

    Dayton · Oregon Express, 336 E 5th St

    Free

    At Oregon Express, Team Tune Trivia turns the evening into a music-focused showdown filled with sing along throwbacks, signature hits, and delightfully guilty favorites. Teams put their knowledge to the test across eras and genres, welcoming pop lovers, rock devotees, and playlist pros of all ages. It is free to play, and pizza and drinks are available while you compete. Expect a friendly atmosphere, a big dose of nostalgia, and plenty of crowd pleasers as teams chase bragging rights.

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  • 7pm

    Riftbound Nexus Night @ The Refuge

    Cincinnati · 11925 Montgomery Rd

    Free

    Riftbound fans come together for a weekly night of spells, strategy, and summoner battles. The entry fee is $10, with a free-to-play option available. Prizes are paid out in Dust to the top four competitors, with 50 percent of the pool for first place, 30 percent for second, and 10 percent each for third and fourth. All participants receive a three-card promo pack while supplies last. It is a solid setting to test decks and sharpen tactics in preparation for the Summoner Skirmish.

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Friday, October 30

1 free event

  • 5pm

    Witches Alley during Downtown Trick or Treat

    Springfield · Heritage Center of Clark County, 117 S Fountain Ave

    Free

    During Downtown Trick or Treat, there will be vendors, a DJ providing music for dancing, and a witches’ costume contest. The Witch Dance will be performed at the top of every hour throughout the event.

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