There is so much going on in Dallas/ Fort Worth this weekend. I’m bani with “Free and Fun for the Weekend!” for you to check out. I would like to let you know we do not have information on the GF & AF Expo at Market Hall in Dallas
My family will be attending GF & AF Expo. I would like to ask you to make sure and check the GF & AF Expo as well as because you can learn so much about Gluten through the classes they host.
If the GF & AF Expo wasn’t this weekend Charlie and I would want to go to the Disney Store Dress Up for Halloween or the Lego event! Which of these events would you want to do? Why did you choose those activities?
Fun, Free or Cheap Weekend Activities with Something for Everyone!
If your 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 the weekend. Much more are coming soon.We thank our friends over at More for Less Today! for sharing this list with us.
Be sure and bookmark this master list of free store events or PIN It for later! And, if you know of any others to include, please let us know! It is always best to call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment.
Barnes & Noble
Saturday, October 17th at 11:00 AM
Special LEGO Building Event
Enjoy story time and activities featuring Imaginary Fred.
Special LEGO Building Event
Saturday, October 17th at 2 PM
Space is limited. Sign up now at participating Barnes and Noble stores.
Disney Stores Halloween Dress Rehearsal Event
Friday, October 16th from 5:30 PM – 7 PM & Saturday, October 17th from 11 AM – 12:30 PM
Join Disney Store for a Halloween Party including crafts, games and a costume parade! Come dressed as your favorite Disney character & join the costume parade to get a FREE Halloween surprise! *Minimum age for participation is 3 years. Event limited based on store capacity. No lineups prior to 30 minutes before the event begins. Event subject to change or cancellation without notice. While supplies last. Call your local store for details.
Guitar Center
Saturday, October 17th {no age restrictions for free music lessons}
10:15 AM – Group Ukulele Workshop
More free classes are offered during the week with their Music Mentor Series. Register at Guitar Center workshops.
Home Depot Workshop for Adults
Saturday, October 17th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn to Install a Faucet
Sunday. October 18th from 1 – 2:30 PM -Learn to Install a Toilet
You can pre-register online register at Home Depot workshops.
Michael’s Family Craft
Saturday, October 17th from 1-4 PM.
Make a spellbinding Duck Tape® t-shirt. You can also create a tote bag and enter in Duck Tape’s® Spooktacular Contest. The bag supplies are not included.
:: Find Pumpkin Patches, Hay Rides, Pick Your Own Orchards and Haunted Houses. Many of these will have a fee or admission.
:: FREE National Parks Admission for 4th Graders
In 2015, 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.
:: Free National Park Entrance Free Admission for Everyone
Wednesday, November 11th – Veteran’s Day – Find out the list of participating parks right here.
:: Bass Pro Shops
Saturday, October 24th from 6-9 PM
Trunk or Treat Halloween Events with live music, carnival games, costume contest, pumpkin races and more. There are also RC Haunts Haunted House which charges admission.
:: Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, November 7th from 9 AM to 12 PM
Make and take a Veterans Day Jet. Get more information and register at Home Depot workshops.
:: Lego Stores Free Model Build
Usually held monthly in stores, kids ages 6 to 14 can build and binoculars. Contact your closest LEGO® Store for details.
:: Petsmart
Oct 25th 11 AM – 2 PM and Oct. 26th 11 AM – 2 PM (photos only on this day)
Fright & Delight Pet Halloween costume event. Treats, photos and more!
:: Pottery Barn Kids
Story time 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.
:: 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.
:: 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.
:: 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.
:: 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.
:: Celebrate Crazy and Fun Holidays
Make memories and celebrate the fun holidays with your family. This week you can celebrate Wear Something Gaudy Day, Chocolate Cupcake Day, Sweetest Events Day, and more. See the schedule at Days of the Year.
* For more ideas for family fun, be sure and check Groupon, and LivingSocial in your area. Join each site for free and start having more fun on a budget! These vouchers make great gifts too!
For inexpensive and sometimes free tickets to local events, I am a fan of Goldstar tickets. Watch your emails for the heading “Comp Train” from Goldstar. If you are new, you can set up a free account here.
Be sure and check out your local library and parks and recreation departments for free programs and events right in your hometown!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
