Free events in Fitchburg, WI

Downtown Middleton’s farmers market fills Stone Horse Green with area growers and producers offering seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, meats, eggs, fresh-cut flowers and starter plants, baked treats, and other local goods. Visitors can sample a range of cuisines in the plaza or pick up takeout from market vendors and nearby downtown restaurants. The City of Middleton Community Development Authority presents the market, with season sponsorship from Spencer Real Estate Group, Visit Middleton, Dane Arts, Isthmus, Wisconsin Public Radio, 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.

Test your knowledge at a live trivia night at Paddy Mac's Pub & Grill. Randy hosts a general knowledge game covering a wide mix of categories including movies, music, history, geography, science, Disney, TV, and more. Pens and scoresheets are provided. Teams are asked to have someone arrive early to register. It is free to play. Music plays between questions, and some songs may serve as hints. A free answer is available ahead of the game. Prizes include $40, $20, and $10 gift certificates for first, second, and third place.

Experience a lively bachata night at Cafe Coda with lessons to kick things off, followed by a dance social. A tango dance and social also run in the front room, and guests can switch between tango and Latin rhythms throughout the evening. Later, the mixed dance social begins in the front room. The class has a $10 cover, payable to the bar staff, and the social dance is free.

Verona Downtown Farmers Market brings together a group of vendors. Vendor profiles on the market's website describe their products and list the dates they plan to attend, and new information about vendors is shared each week.

Explore a community farmers market on the lawn of the ELC Church, featuring farm fresh options such as fruits and vegetables, breads and treats, meat, honey, syrup and plants, with more to choose from. Parking is available in the lot behind the church, at the Welcome Center across the street, or along nearby side streets. Please use caution when driving and crossing the road.

Gazebo Musikk features The Grouvin Brothers with free admission. Food and desserts will be available for purchase throughout the event.

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.

Weekly Commander nights transform the space into a tavern, with Wisconsin-local beers and seltzers available while games unfold. Bring a 100-card singleton Commander deck for multiplayer pods of three to five. There is no entry fee, and players of all experience levels take part, with a relaxed focus on casting big, splashy spells in casual games of Magic while enjoying a beverage. Because alcohol is served, anyone under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to enter. Random rewards include promo packs, and each pod also grants one player an extra draft pack at random.

Set on The Edgewater's lakefront plaza in Madison, WI, this Brewgrass Fridays edition features Pert Near Sandstone. Presented with Potosi Brewing Company and Wisconsin Distributors, the series pairs live bluegrass with a classic fish fry at the Icehouse that includes traditional rye bread, fries, and coleslaw. Admission is free and open to all. Potosi brews are poured on the plaza, seating is available on a first come, first served basis, and sunset views are complimentary.

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.

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.

A free Silver Age Armory event is taking place, providing a no-cost opportunity to participate.

Enjoy a laid-back Lorcana open play session at no cost. Random participation prizes will be handed out from the OP kit.

Mount Vernon Tap hosts Wild Cardz, a lively duo featuring Phil Smithburg and vocalist Sarah Hill. They perform an upbeat mix of contemporary and classic favorites that invite singing and dancing along. Admission is free.

Welcome fall with a free one-mile fun run and walk at Warner Park. The route starts and finishes at the Rainbow Shelter and accommodates every pace, whether running, walking, or taking a relaxed stroll. This inaugural Labor Day Mile will take place rain or shine.

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.

Gemini Games hosts a casual Magic Commander gathering focused on fun, flavorful multiplayer games. Participants bring a singleton deck of 100 cards and are matched into tables of three to five. Players range from newcomers to veterans, and the aim is to cast wild spells and enjoy the game. Entry is free. Promo packs are awarded at random, and each table also randomly selects one player to receive an extra draft pack. Commander, also known as EDH, is a widely played way to enjoy Magic, and this event is designed for relaxed play and good times.

A weekly trivia night with free entry. Prizes are awarded to first, second, and third place, and a prize is also given to last place.

Unwind after work at a free karaoke night that puts the spotlight on you. Sip cocktails with friends or de-stress with coworkers, and step up to sing along to your favorite songs. Come on your own or with a group for a relaxed, memorable evening.

Take the mic at this free singing event for a chance to be spotlighted as the standout singer. Share a song and see if your performance earns the honor.