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Free IKEA Summer Camp Event May 23-25

IKEA is hosing a free Summer Camp Event over Memorial Day weekend, Saturday May 23 – Monday May 25, 2026. Here's the page with all the details.

They say to “bring the whole family to your local IKEA store for free hands-on activities, tasty bites and easy inspiration for laid-back summer living. This is a do-it-together kind of adventure, with little campers exploring the trail alongside their grown-ups. Register on your local store page to join the fun!”

Some of the activities listed on their site include:

  • Take a hike – Set out on a guided scavenger hunt through the store and solve the clues for a special prize! Register ahead to collect a limited edition patch while supplies last.
  • Strike a post – Snap a photo worth sending home at the in store selfie spot inspired by the great outdoors and classic camp days.
  • Craft BFF bracelets – Kids five and up can create colorful friendship bracelets – perfect for wearing or sharing with a new camp friend.
  • Grab a bite – Full bellies make happy campers. Sample delicious IKEA meatballs while gathering fresh ideas for easy summer hosting.
  • May IKEA Family Appreciation Weekly Sweepstakes – Need s'more reasons to love being an IKEA Family member? Each week in May, enter for a change to win a $500 gift card! Winners announced every Friday.
  • Catch a design demo – Drop in for a live design demo featuring smart, stylish ideas for outdoor entertaining – plus a chance to win a small prize!
  • Little campers eat free – IKEA Family members can enjoy up to two free kids' meals when you purchase any adult entree at participating IKEA Swedish Restaurants.
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