Free and Fun for the Weekend: Aug 18-20

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Free and Fun for the Weekend: Aug 18-20

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 this weekend and more that are coming soon. Thanks to our friends over at More with Less Today!

Free or Cheap Weekend Activities

Share this fun, money-saving list with your friends and family. It’s always best to call ahead to be sure that your local store is participating to avoid disappointment.

Barnes & Noble

Saturday, August 19th at 11 AM

Join in the fun for a special story time featuring Nothing Rhymes with Orange. Contact your local                      Barnes & Noble store to verify participation.

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Saturday, August 19th from 11 AM – 3 PM and a few locations offer free crafts on Sunday.

Kids ages 3 and up design and take a Fold & Hold Pencil Cup craft. No reservations were necessary. Get more information from Lakeshore Learning Free Crafts for Kids were.

More to Explore Throughout the Year:

FREE National Park Admission Dates for 2017

Here is a list of participating national parks

  • August 25: National Park Service Birthday
  • September 30: National Public Lands Day
  • November 11-12: Veterans Day Weekend

Bank of America Museums on Us

Saturday, September 2nd and Sunday, September 3rd

Bank of America Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Just 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 access.

Smithsonian Magazine Free Museum Day

Saturday, September 23rd

The 13th annual Museum Day Live! During which participating museums across the United States open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket.
Get more information from Smithsonian Magazine. This year, Museum Day Live! is partnering with Microsoft to create special interactive lesson plans using Minecraft: Education Edition.

Factory Tours

Find factory tours all across the USA, The site has 570 trips and counting! Many are free, but some may have an admission fee. (Thanks to the Happy Housewife for sharing this!)

Home and Garden Shows

If you like Home and Garden shows, ACS Home Show site. will give you a free pass. Check the ACS Home Show site.

Jazzercise

Jazzercise is currently offering FREE dance fitness classes to girls ages 16-21 at participating locations. No strings attached! Contact your local Jazzercise to see if this offer is available in your area. Valid throughout 2017.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates

1 thought on “Free and Fun for the Weekend: Aug 18-20

  1. There are so many great things to do, we just have to look for them. We did so many of these things together when my boys were little. What a great resource that you’ve put together this list.

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