Looking for some free family fun this weekend?  Here is a round up of free activities and events.  It’s always a good idea to check with your local store before going to make sure that they are participating (especially if you’ve got a drive).

Here are the free activities for the week:

American Girl – Summer Flower Anklet Craft. Your girl can put her best—and most fashionable—foot forward. This free event will let her create a tropical anklet for herself using colorful paper flowers. She can also craft an anklet just for her doll! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

-Isabelle’s Scavenger Hunt. Learn about Isabelle, our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will go on a seek-and-find scavenger hunt throughout the store, collecting fun facts about Isabelle along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up

Apple Camp – Kids between the ages of 8-12 can register to attend Apple Camp FOR FREEE!  They’ll learn to make their own movies, create interactive books, and more!  Sign up here–> Apple Camp

Apple Stores – Check your local store for weekly workshops and youth programs

Bank of America Free Museum weekend – Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering cardholders a way to enjoy National Museum Month at some the most exciting cultural venues in the U.S. This weekend, August 2nd and 3rd, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders can get free access to 150 participating museums in 92 cities.

Disney Store – Summer Play Days are coming to Disney Store! Join us for the kick off on Monday, June 2nd at 2pm and receive a FREE lanyard*. Store events include Art of Animation, Trivia, Story Time and Showtime. Stop by every week and receive a character button. Events take place every day from June 3rd to Sept 1st. *While supplies last. See a Cast Member for event schedule and details.

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores – Free demos every Saturday, check your store here for more details.

Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, August 2nd  from 11-3 pm, kids can make a You Name It! Door Hanger.

Lowes Build and Grow – The next class will be on Saturday, August 9th at 10 a.m., where kids can make a Monster vs. Aliens Trolley.  Register for this class as well as other future classes here

Michael’s Kids Club:  Check back for fun classes for the whole family.

Microsoft Stores – Check your local store for classes and special events for the whole family.

Pottery Barn Kids – The Perfect Fit Back to School Event.  Kids who try on a backpack after July 17th will receive a FREE backpack charm while supplies last.

-Tuesday’s from 11-11:30 a.m., Story Time.

Target – select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

The Home Depot – Saturday, August 2nd from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., kids can build a mini crate pencil holder.  All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.  Register for this class as well as future classes here.

Walmart Event Finder – enter your zip code to see what is going on in your area.

Don’t forget to register your kids for free bowling all summer long!  Check out Kids Bowl Free here-> Kids Bowl Free registration

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Showcase Gymnastics Open House – Saturday, August 23rd from 1-5 p.m., Showcase Gymnastics develops healthy, happy kids through the sport of gymnastics, providing a place where all children can develop self-confidence through performance. All kids are given the opportunity to shine like a star!