Family events in Fitchburg, WI

Free trivia takes over Stone Horse Green as Premier Trivia hosts rounds that span geography, pop culture, history, and more. Teams compete for gift cards from Downtown Middleton businesses awarded to first, second, and third place. Seating is limited, so blankets, camp chairs, or folding tables are recommended. Food and beverages are welcome at the space, with no glass bottles. Presented by the City of Middleton Community Development Authority and Premier Trivia. Season supporters for Stone Horse Green include Spencer Real Estate Group, Visit Middleton, Dane Arts with additional funds from Diane Ballweg and the Endres Mfg. Company Foundation, Isthmus, Wisconsin Public Radio, Middleton Endowment, Town Bank, Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison West Middleton, Michelle Schreier of Restaino & Associates, Gunderson Funeral Home & Cremation Care, New Year Investments, Atterbury, Kammer & Haag, S.C., and PKK Lighting Inc.

This free outdoor concert in the Wonderground welcomes all ages. Adults can dance and chat, and kids can play and climb while caregivers enjoy easygoing social time in a unique outdoor setting. The lineup features two local street bands. Black Star Drum Line opens, a program that offers Madison youth ages 9 to 18 a creative outlet through percussion, followed by Forward! Marching Band with bold, brass-led sounds. Entry is free, and donations at the door are optional, supporting Madison Children’s Museum and its accessible programs. Tickets are handled at the door only, with no advance registration. Please use the Wonderground gate for entry. Local food will be available, along with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for sale in the Wonderground.

Experience a community marketplace that supports local and emerging businesses, showcasing original handmade goods, unique finds, quality craftwork, local flavors, and occasional vintage pieces. Families can enjoy a complimentary moon bounce and free activity and craft stations, with additional pay-as-you-go projects available. A children’s market will be offered alongside a separate showcase for adult makers. Mobile food vendors will serve meals, beverages, and desserts. Dogs are welcome. Admission and parking are free. For vendor application inquiries, email tamaramort6@gmail.com.

EAA Chapter 93 is offering free flights for students ages 8 to 17. This is a chance for young participants to experience a flight at no cost. Online sign-up details will be shared in the event notice.

The South Central Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO hosts a Labor Day celebration at the Madison Labor Temple grounds. Live music features Hips Don't Lie, a Shakira tribute band, along with the Chris O'Leary Band. Families will find activities for kids including a bounce house, magic shows, face painting, and balloon twisting. Labor-Fest is free and open to the public, with food and beverages available for purchase. SCFL's Community Services Committee will collect items to support students whose families are homeless or in unstable housing, including $25 gift cards with St. Vincent de Paul and Goodwill encouraged, backpacks especially for high school students, markers, colored pencils, fidgets, and African American hair care products.

Bring clean, usable items to exchange, such as food, books, kitchenware, clothing, or small appliances. Arriving empty-handed is welcome as well, since the spirit of the gathering is abundance and sharing. Browse what others bring and take home anything that fits your needs. A sign-up spreadsheet is available for those who want to add their names in advance.