I am always surprised by the number of stores that offer projects and crafts for kids free of charge. I understand that the intent for offering these free projects is that the adult that brings them will likely make a purchase while there. I am certain that these establishments aren’t losing any money by offering the projects, even if you don’t end up purchasing anything that day.
While all of these stores aren’t located in every state, there are still plenty of places to visit on a Saturday morning.
- Lakeshore Learning Store offers free crafts for kids ages 3 and up every Saturday from 11:00 – 3:00pm in all of their stores. Check their site for a store near you.
- Michaels (The Arts & Crafts Store) offers a free craft class monthly. The class is designed for ages 5-12. Times and dates change monthly, check their site for more information on the activity offered, along with times, and dates.
- The Home Depot offers a free Kids Workshop on the first Saturday of every month. The workshop is designed for kids ranging in age from 5-12 and the workshop is offered from 9:00 – 12:00pm.
- The Lego Store offers the Monthly Mini Model Build at participating stores. The event is open to children ages 6 – 14. Learn how to build a Lego Mini Model and take your project home with you. Check The Lego site for participating times and locations.
My kids are always looking for something new and different to do. Although I am not extremely creative, I can usually come up with something fun for them to do to pass the time. What I like about the free projects and classes that are offered is that these are stores that we normally shop at already.