It can get a little confusing keeping track of all the great, free in-store kids events. So I've put together this comprehensive list of all the stores we track.
Current In-Store Kids Events
Home Depot – These monthly events are held from 9am-noon on the first Saturday of each month. They're designed for children aged 5-12 and pre-registration is required.
JCPenney – The Kids Zone events are each month on the second Saturday from 11am-12pm. They include a freebie to take home, ID badge, lanyard, collector's pin, and more. Parents also receive a free 10% coupon good for that day online. No registration is required.
Lego – These monthly-themed events have recently shifted to varying days, depending on your local store, but they tend to fall on the first weekend of the month and kids still get to build a take-home LEGO toys! Some Hiffers have reported their local Lego stores have already phased these events out, so please make sure to call ahead.
Lowe's – Their monthly kids DIY events are still going strong after all these years! Registration opens a month early and then head to your local Lowe's on the designated day from 10am-1pm. A Red Vest employee from Lowe's will guide you and your child through a kid-friendly craft project that changes each month.
Pottery Barn – Here's another great in-store event that has returned with monthly frequency in 2024! You must RSVP your spot.
Upcoming In-Store Kids Events
Apple – Their summer Apple Camp will soon allow people to reserve open slots at their nearby Apple stores.
Bass Pro Shops – Their summer events typically run throughout June, July, or August.
Previous In-Store Kids Events
Joann Crafts – These were regular in-store craft events, but they stopped offering them in 2024 and then went out of business in 2025. Coincidence?! Yeah, probably, but I'm gonna pretend otherwise.
Michaels – They used to hold monthly free crafts events for both adults and kids. However, as of 2025, they now charge $5 for the kids events and $10 for the adult events. These are still decent events since your fee covers the cost of all the supplies, but I've stopped covering them since they're no longer free.
Target – Their events on random Saturdays near the end of the month were a huge hit back in the day. They were often related to upcoming kids movies or events and included free games, prizes, and giveaway. I don't understand why Target stopped running these and hope to see them return in coming days.
Know of any repeating, free in-store kids events I should start covering? Please let me know in the comments.
