Free events in Portage, WI

MGE marks the 10th anniversary of Día de Fútbol with a family friendly celebration at Aldo Leopold Elementary School. The event features complimentary soccer clinics, interactive and cultural activities, and helpful resources for all ages. Children can be registered to participate, and no ticket is required for entry.

A community swap centered on sharing useful goods. People may bring items in good condition, including food, books, dishes, clothing, and appliances, though contributions are optional in the spirit of abundance. Attendees are free to take any items they find useful. A sign-up spreadsheet is available for those who would like to plan ahead.

The event is a free game that puts your knowledge to work and offers chances to win great prizes courtesy of The Rigby.

Cafe Coda hosts an evening of bachata that begins with an instructional class and continues with a lively social. A tango dance and social take place in the front room, and dancers can move between tango and Latin rhythms throughout. Later, the mixed social begins in the front room and the social portion is free. The class has a $10 cover, payable to the bar staff.

Put your trivia skills to the test at the Cardinal Bar as Premier Trivia hosts a weekly Wednesday competition. There is no entry fee, and the top three teams take home prizes.

Live trivia at Sconnie Bar features Shelby hosting a general knowledge game that spans movies, music, history, geography, science, Disney, TV, and more. Pens and score sheets are supplied, and there is no charge to play. Please have a teammate arrive a little early to register your team. Music plays between questions, and the songs may hint at the answers. Prizes include Sconnie Bar gift certificates of $40 for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. A free answer for the game is available online.

Community Night at 6:8 brings neighbors together for hands-on creativity and a free shared meal. The Community Meal welcomes everyone to enjoy food and conversation in the dining room. The Sewing Lab invites participants of any skill level, whether you prefer using a machine, hand stitching, quilting, embroidery, or another personal project. Sewing machines, fabric, and basic supplies are available, and you are welcome to bring your own materials. Volunteers can assist with the fundamentals, and there is time to share ideas, learn from others, and finish mending or works in progress. The Diamond Painting Community meets alongside the meal so attendees can create while connecting with others. Newcomers can get started with supplies and guidance provided, and those already working on a piece can continue their projects. Participation in the diamond painting group is free, with donations welcome.

A happy hour performance featuring The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band highlights a Wisconsin mainstay for over two decades, devoted to the classic era of Latin jazz. The group has earned 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band awards and has shared stages with Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo, and John Benitez. This event is free.

Put your knowledge to the test at Echo Tap & Grill with a general trivia night that spans movies, music, history, geography, science, Disney, TV, and more. Pens and scoresheets are provided, and teams should have someone arrive early to register. It is free to play, and you can order food and drinks while you compete. Music plays between questions, and some songs may hint at the answers. Prizes include $30, $20, and $10 gift certificates for first, second, and third place.