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Free LEGO Holiday Builds
- November 13, 5–7 PM: Build and take home a LEGO reindeer with a Santa hat and key ring at participating LEGO Stores. Ages 6+, first come, first served while supplies last.
- November 13–15: Reserve a spot at a participating Barnes & Noble to build LEGO Santa’s Workshop and take the miniature set home.
Free Kids Crafts & Building Workshops
- November 7, starting at 9 AM: Register for the Home Depot dump truck workshop to build and decorate a miniature truck. Kits are available while supplies last.
- November 7, 10 AM–noon: Kids ages 6+ can make a Hallmark Christmas ornament at Michaels with paper, glitter and festive accents.
- November 7, 11 AM–3 PM: Drop into Lakeshore Learning to make a take-home mosaic with peel-and-stick foam cubes. No reservation needed.
- November 14, 10 AM–noon: Sculpt holiday figurines from air-dry clay at participating Michaels Kids Club locations.
- November 14, 10 AM–1 PM: Reserve a Holiday Engine train kit at Lowe’s. Choose a store and time slot, then bring your confirmation QR code.
- November 14, 11 AM–noon: Make a 3D Thanksgiving turkey at JCPenney Kids Zone with foam pieces, beads and googly eyes. Kids also get a badge, lanyard and pin while supplies last.
- November 21: Pick a participating Pottery Barn Kids store and reserve a spot for a Thanksgiving craft.
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Holiday Giveaways at Target, JCPenney, IKEA & More
- November 7, at store opening: Pick up a Hogwarts collectible button at Target while supplies last. The Jersey City store also has wizarding activities.
- November 7, noon–4 PM: Try toy demos and get a Holiday Bear keychain at Target. One per guest at participating stores while supplies last.
- November 7, 5 PM: Watch the tree lighting at Santa’s Magical Arrival and pick up a mini reindeer plush at Bass Pro Shops. Participating stores have limited quantities.
- November 21, 6 PM until closing: Visit a participating GameStop for Magic: The Gathering Draft Night. Play casual matches and pick up a free Star Trek Play Booster and promo card while supplies last.
- November 27, 5 AM: Get a Hogwarts Express mini snow globe at JCPenney when participating stores open on Black Friday, while supplies last.
- November 28: Join IKEA Family and register for a limited-edition holiday bag charm through your participating store’s event page. Pick it up at the Lingonberry Lane Holiday Event while supplies last.
Free Santa Photos Through December 24
Reserve a Santa’s Wonderland visit at Bass Pro Shops for a free 4x6 photo with Santa and a shareable video, available November 8 through December 24.
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Free Movie Tickets & a $15 Fandango Offer
- Drummer Boy, November 6–8 showtimes: Claim one free ticket for an eligible screening. Use DRUMMERBOYGIFT if needed and confirm the total is $0 before ordering.
- Paper Tiger, through November 9: Use ATDMTIGER at Atom Tickets for one free ticket while supplies last.
- Everest: The Other Side, through November 29: Sign in to Fandango, choose a participating showtime and use EVEREST for up to $15 off your ticket and fees. The offer is available while supplies last; you pay any amount over $15.
Free Pet Events at PetSmart & Petco
- November 7: RSVP for PetSmart’s Birthday & Gotcha Bash and bring your pet for treats and photos.
- November 14, 2–4 PM: Stop by a participating Petco for Blue Buffalo food samples for dogs and cats.
Free Bowling, Hockey & Fishing
- Bowlero Family Fest: RSVP at a participating center for one free game per guest and a $10 arcade card for each child age 16 or younger. Bowling depends on lane availability.
- Go Bowling Squad: Join for a free-game coupon to use at a participating bowling center.
- USA Hockey: Find a local Try Hockey For Free event where kids can learn the basics on the ice.
- Free Fishing Days: Check your state’s license-free fishing dates and rules before heading out.
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