If you are looking for some fun on a budget, we have compiled a list of national retailers with hands-on workshops, classes, and free in-store events for this weekend and more that are coming soon.
Thank you to More with Less Today for putting together this list!
Share this fun, money-saving list with your friends and family. If you know of any other Free Weekend Events to include, please let us know! It's always best to call ahead to be sure that your local store is participating to avoid disappointment.
Barnes & Noble
Saturday, October 15th at 11AM. Join in the fun for storytime and activities featuring Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes. Contact your local Barnes & Noble store to verify participation.
Home Depot Workshops for Adults
Saturday, October 15th from 10-11:30 AM - Measuring and Installing Window Treatments Sunday, October 16th from 1 - 2:30 - Energy Savings Solutions from programmable thermostats to LED lighting options. Get more information at the Home Depot free workshops here. Lakeshore Learning
Saturday, October 15th from 11 AM - 3 PM and a few locations offer crafts on Sunday. Kids design and take a Silly Snack Finger Puppet craft. Get more information from Lakeshore Learning Free Crafts for Kids.
Michael's Kid's Club®
Saturday, October 15th from 10 AM - 12 PM. Kids ages 3 and up make a Sugar Skull Mask. The cost is $2 per project and includes the supplies. Parent or guardian must remain on the premises during Kids Club. Get more information at the Michaels' website. Toys R Us
Sunday, October 16th from 12 - 2 PM
Build & Play Event: Test your skills with a Creativity Challenge Get more information at Toys R Us.
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Bank of America Museums on Us
Saturday, November 5th and Sunday, November 6th Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Simply present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission. For more information about Museums on Us, visit: http://museums.bankofamerica.
FREE National Park Admission Dates for 2016
November 11 – Veterans Day
Find a list of participating national parks
FREE National Parks Admission for 4th Graders
Every 4th grader will get an Every Kid in the Park pass food for FREE admission to all of America's National Parks. The pass will be good for one full year and will be good for the 4th graders & their families as most parks charge admission per car. This is part of President Obama’s Every Kid in the Park initiative.
More Free Museum Dates
This site, www.freemuseumday.org, tracks free museum days in the following cities: Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, San Francisco Bay Area, and the Seattle Area.
Bass Pro Shops
October 24th - October 31st Annual Halloween events to include photos, treats and much more. Check local store listings for more information.
Guitar Center
Saturday, October 22nd at 10:15 AM - Free Group Ukulele Class Register at Guitar Center workshops.
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, November 5th from 9 AM to 12 PM Kids make and take a Veteran's Day Helicopter craft.. Get more information and register at Home Depot workshops .
Lego Stores Free Model Build
Free LEGO Model Build Events are usually held monthly in stores. Kids ages 6 to 14 can build a model and take it home. You must use an email address saved in your LEGO VIP Membership account. Membership and registration are free. Get more information here: shop.LEGO.com/VIP.
Lowe's Build and Grow
Saturday, December 3rd at 10:00 AM Christmas ornaments - pre-registration is required at Lowe's Kids Clinics.
Michael's Family Crafts
Saturday, October 29th and Sunday, October 30th Join the fun with free face painting, a Trick-or-Treat parade and Free Kids Club where they make a treat bag. You can also make a family monter T-shirt. Buy the shirt and the wiggle eyes and the rest of the supplies are free. Get more information at the
Pottery Barn Kids
Storytime on Tuesdays from 11 - 11:30 AM. For more information, visit Pottery Barn Kids events here.
More to Explore Throughout the Year:
Apple Store
Free workshops - learn the basic of Mac, iPad, iPhone, or iPod. Learn how to create slideshows with iPhoto. Edit home movies with iMovie and more! Find your local store and make a reservation for a free workshop here.
Athleta Stores
Free fitness classes, group runs and special events at your local store. Visit your local store page here for more information.
Beauty Events in Stores
Find free beauty events at local stores with free samples and demonstrations. Visit the website that keeps track of these right here.
Factory Tours
Find factory tours all across the USA, go here, The site has 570 tours and counting! Many are free but some may have an admission fee. (Thanks to the Happy Housewife for sharing this!)
Flying Lessons
Young Eagles - kids ages 8 to 17 experience aviation and get free rides in private aircraft flown by experienced pilots. Get more information here.
Home and Garden Shows
If you like Home and Garden shows, this site will give you a free pass. Check the ACS Home Show site.
Lululemon Fitness Classes
Lululemon locations offer free yoga classes, go here for schedules and locations.
Major League Baseball Clinics
Through the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association, kids can attend a free baseball clinic in many locations across the country. The free program is called Free Legends for Youth Kids Clinics.
Microsoft High Tech DigiCamp for Girls (free)
Microsoft is proud to offer technology programs specifically for youth. Find out more information here.
Playground Finder
If you find yourself in a new location and are looking for a playground, use the free KaBoom Map of Play, playground finder and just type your location into the search bar.
Find Pumpkin Patches, Hay Rides, Pick Your Own Orchards and Haunted Houses.
Many of these will have a fee or admission. Enter your location for details.
REI Running Classes
Learn or get back into running with training and techniques classes. Find our more at REI.com.
Sephora: Free In-Store Beauty Classes
Join the Sephora Beauty club , and attend free beauty classes inside Sephora stores to learn everything from building a skin care routine to creating the perfect smoky eye. Classes are held on Sunday at more than 60 stores across the USA. Check with your local stores for schedules and times.
SKI Passport for 5th Graders
Go to www.5thgradeskipassport.com to get a free pass in Idaho or the Pacific Northwest. For other areas, search for your state with the words "5th grade ski pass + your state", or the name of your local ski resort.
Target - Free Community Events
Target is also sponsoring FREE community events ranging from free museum admission, free theater tickets, family activities and tours at some of our countries most famous venues. Times and locations vary by city. Find free family activities sponsored by Target in your area right here.
Wine Tasting
Total Wine stores offer free wine tasting classes each weekend. Learn about specific producers, regions and varietals. Where allowed by law, participants receive special discounts on the wine being tasted. View the FREE Wine Tasting Schedule here.
Celebrate Crazy and Fun Holidays
Be sure and check out your local library and parks and recreation departments for free programs and events right in your hometown!
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