Here are some FREE & Discount events going on this weekend. Many may seem to have consistent national participation- but it is always wise to call your local location to be sure they are participating.
LOWE’S BUILD & GROW: Saturday, February 28th at 10 am – Kids can build their own Monster Jam, featuring Max-D! All Build & Grow Clinics give kids a chance to build a wooden project and receive a free apron, goggles, patch, and more! You can go HERE for more details and to set up a Lowe’s Build and Grow account.
POTTERY BARN: Coming Soon! Mark your calendar for a Handmade Charlotte DIY Crafting event on Saturday, March 7th at 11 am. Kids can create super hero wrist cuffs or an owl habitat. You can go HERE for more details. Check your local store too for a possible upcoming Peter Rabbit Character Appearance (only at select stores) from March 7th thru 21st. And, bring your camera too and snap a photo with Peter Rabbit!
LIVING SOCIAL: Another good resource for great deals and discounts in your local area is Living Social. You can head over HERE to check for deals on all kinds of things including kids’ activities, entertainment, dining out, travel, etc. Just enter your zip code or city and state.
CHUCK E CHEESE: Sign up for their e-club for exclusive coupon deals, and get FREE tokens on your child’s birthday, kid’s activities and rewards! Just go HERE and enter your email address to get started on great ways to save on food & fun. Joining the e-club is completely free and only takes a few seconds. You can also go HERE to download FREE Rewards Calendars to help your kids earn FREE tokens for good behavior.
HOME DEPOT: Saturday, March 7th – Kids can build their own bookends with sports or flower stickers! These FREE, hands-on workshops are designed for kids ages 5-12. Go HERE and click on the Kids Workshops tab for more details.
MICHAEL’S: Check out Michael’s Kids Club for fun kids’ events! This Saturday, February 28th, from 10 am to 12 noon, kids can make their own personalized door hanger. Just $2 per child for 30 minutes of creative craft fun, supplies included. Ages 3 & up. Go HERE for more details and to register.
BARNES & NOBLE: Join the Kids’ Club and get fun, free, rewards & special offers! Benefits include a FREE Cupcake from the cafe on your birthday. Go HERE for more details.
LAKESHORE LEARNING CRAFT: Saturday, February 28th from 11 am to 3 pm — Kids can create their own wacky pencil holder hat! Join the fun every Saturday with FREE crafts for kids at all locations. For a complete calendar of events, check out their Facebook page HERE and click on the Events Tab if you don’t see them.
GROUPON: Sign up and receive a daily email from Groupon with coupon offers for savings up to 90% in a city near you. Visit the Groupon Site, choose your city and enter your e-mail. Each day they feature something cool to do in your city at an unbeatable price. To learn more about how Groupon works, go HERE, and see if there is a city close enough to you to take advantage of some of these great deals.
FREE & DISCOUNT ADMISSIONS COURTESY OF TARGET: Target sponsors several community events including FREE and discount admissions to arts and cultural events & institutions nationwide. Many of these events are free and on a monthly schedule. Just go HERE and scroll down to where you can choose your closest city to find FREE and reduced-price Target events near you.
-Thanks so much to Kelley for help with the roundup!
