The next free Kids Activity Kit from Home Depot is almost available! These in-store events take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9am to 12 noon, which means the next event is Saturday, March 4! Space is limited, so you need to register a spot under “In-Store Kids Workshops”
If you prefer, you can purchase this & previous month's kit here while supplies last and guarantee you'll get one! This is completely optional though. You can also purchase an earlier kit, which supplies last. I've linked to the ones I could find down below.
March 2023 Freebie Event: Pinball Game
Bring to life the forces of friction for students as they create their own pinball game. Students will explore the ways that friction affects different surfaces while fine-tuning pinball designs and sharing with others.
The kits include nails, screens, stickers, and wooden pieces. You will need to provide your own sandpaper, wood glue, hammer, and #2 Phillips screwdriver.
In addition to keeping the craft forever, each kit comes with a free certificate of achievement, free Workshop Apron, and free commemorative pin. You can find more info on this month's free craft here.
These free craft kits are intended for kids aged 5-12, though the age range is simply a guide instead of a strict rule. I can also confirm grown adults aged over 30 sometimes have trouble helping their little brother because I'm terrible with tools.
Don't miss the free Workshop Extension Activity!
Each free kit also has an “extension activity” created in tandem with Discovery Channel Education. These are kind of cool, as they let your child “upgrade” the free craft they built. For instance, the November 2021 Amphibious Military Vehicle extension teaches your child how to build life vest for their imaginary passengers.
Free Home Depot Kit 2023 Schedule
If you really want to plan ahead, here's the full Home Depot kids workshop schedule for 2023. While supplies last, free kits are available during their entire month.
- January: Snowball Game
- February: Valentines Day Vase
- March: Pinball Game
- April: Poolside Bird Feeder
- May: Flower Planter
- June: ???
- July: ???
- August: ???
- September: ???
- October: ???
- November: ???
- December: ???
Get craft kits for home for under $5!
If you miss out on any kits, Home Depot is now selling previous months kits online for less than $5! After purchase, you can opt for free in-store pickup at your own convenience.
Home Depot Promotional Sales
While you're at the workshop, you might be interested in the latest online and in-store promotions at The Home Depot! Many of these deals are not tied to any event, with up to 75% discounts!
Home Depot also has a cool “Buy of the Day” section, where they offer one-day only sales at huge discounts. It's worth checking out, you never know what they have!