Here are some free or cheap children’s activities available this week to keep the kiddos busy. I thought posting these now will help you plan your week.
These are all the things that are free to do this week with just a few that are very inexpensive.
As always, it’s best to confirm with your local store before you make a special trip.
Pottery Barn Kids: Every Tuesday from 11AM-11:30AM, kids of all ages are invited to story time. Times can vary slightly from store to store so you might want to call ahead to verify.
Summer Treasure Hunt through 6/13. Stop by your local store for a fun, summer treasure hunt. Find all of the summer items on the list and receive a special price from the treasure chest.
Lakeshore Learning: Kids will create a Beaded Bubble Wand on June 6th. Stop by from 11am-3pm.
Barnes and Noble: There is a free storytime Tuesday and Thursday as well as Saturday of each week with books, a cookie and usually coloring pages and activities. Check your local store to confirm and verify time.
Many stores will feature the book “Oh the Places You Will Go” by Dr. Seuss on Saturday. Find a participating store here.
Bass Pro Shop: Your kids can participate in the Free Kid’s Adventures Activities- treasure hunts, crafts and more. These are weekly activities and vary greatly by location. You can head over here to find your local store to confirm activities and times. And just a heads up from personal experience, it is best to get in line early. These events tend to be very popular.
REI: They offer the Family Adventure Program with various classes for children and adults. I saw hiking and camping classes plus fun Geocaching adventures. I also saw outdoor photography lessons.
The selection and dates/times vary by location but you can check to see what your store is offering here.
Michaels: Stop by on June 6th to make a Father’s Day Craft Stick Card on June 6th. Just $2 per child for 30 minutes of craft fun, including supplies. Ages 3 and up.
Williams-Sonoma: Children will learn how to make side dishes for your next outdoor BBQ. Stop by on June 6th at 10am. Suitable for ages 9-13.
Lego Store: The next free lego build is June 2nd. Kid’s can make a Lego Parrot.
The event starts at 5pm and is limited to kids age 6-14. You can find your local store here. Quantities are limited so it is best to get there early!
Home Depot: The next Home Depot event will be June 6th and your kids will build a Load ‘n Go Truck. The event is 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and you do need to register. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
If you live near an American Girl Store, you might check out their events. Times and dates vary.
Did you hear Pottery Barn Kids is not doing their summer reading program this year? So sad. We’ve enjoyed getting their free book every summer!