Weekend Restaurant, Entertainment, & Retail Deals (+ Tax Free Shopping Weekend for 12 States!)

With Back to School sales upon us, you may be interested in checking out when your select state is offering Tax Free Weekend! If you live in AL, AR, FL, IA, LA, MO, NM, NC, OK, SC, TN, or VA, this is the tax-free shopping weekend for you! Head on over here to check out the details for your specific area. (Thanks, Family Savings!)

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Entertainment:

*A.C. Moore
On August 3rd from 1-3PM, attend the FREE Make and Mold Candy Demo at select locations. Go here and click on View Events under the store nearest you for more details.

*American Girl
Throughout the months of July and August at various locations, girls ages 8 and up can participate in this Free Art Event: Saige’s Art Event with Crayola Model Magic! During this free art event, your girl can create a mini hot-air balloon sculpture using Crayola Model Magic. Head over here to see the full list of dates and participating locations as well as a phone number to make reservations.

*AMF
Be sure to sign up for the AMF Summer Unplugged Program to also score FREE bowling! Kids registered in the Summer Unplugged program can bowl two games per day, every day, all summer long! You can also get an AMF Summer Pass for just $34.95 and it includes two games per day for you and up to three guests ages 16 and up. Go here for more details.

*Babies R Us
Attend a FREE Breastfeeding Expo on August 3rd from 12-3PM and see the newest products from top brands, get great deals, and win prizes. Go here for details.

*Bank of America Museums on Us
Get FREE Admission to Museums in 31 states across the country through Museums on Us! Each Bank of America or Merrill Lynch cardholder gets one FREE admission to more than 150 museums. For a complete list of museums go here.

*Boccieri Golf
Go here and click on “Get One for FREE” to snag a FREE Secret Grip! After you fill out the form, you’ll receive a printable certificate to take with you to a Dick’s Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy or Edwin Watts store along with your driver or 7-iron for the FREE installation. Valid through September 3, 2013 – While supplies last. Limit one coupon per customer.

*Bowtie Cinemas
On Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10AM, get FREE admission to see select kids’ movies at participating theaters. Go here for more details.

*Busch Gardens
Through September 2nd, Florida Residents can get unlimited admission to Busch GardensTampa, unlimited WEEKDAY (Monday – Friday) admission to Adventure Island, and unlimited WEEKDAY (Monday – Friday) admission to Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark Orlando for $99 per person. Go here for details.

*Chuck E. Cheese
Go here to print various coupons for your area. Also, through September 1st, every kid will get a free game piece that is guaranteed to win tickets, tokens and more. Go here for more details.

*Cinemark Theaters
Go here to print a coupon valid for $2 off any Popcorn with purchase of Coca-Cola fountain or frozen drink! This coupon is valid through 8/7 and can either be redeemed by printing it or bringing it up on your mobile device. Also, be sure to check out the Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse promotion.

*Disney Store
Through September 2nd, attend FREE Summer Play Days every day – see a Cast Member to find out what times the events will be offered! Plus, receive a Mickey Mouse keychain when you attend 5 events or receive a Mickey Mouse watch when you attend 10 events (while supplies last)! Go here for times and details.

(To see the rest of the deals, click the link below “Read More / Post Your Comments”.)

*Guitar Center
Go here to register for FREE guitar lessons on Saturdays in August at various times. Be sure to register now if interested.

*Gymboree
If you’re new to Gymboree’s classes, print this coupon and redeem it at any Play & Music locations worldwide for a FREE class!

*Home Depot
Be sure to register now for the August 3rd FREE hands-on workshop where you can create a Home Depot Load ‘n Go Truck.

*Kids Bowl Free
At participating bowling alleys across the country, Kids can Bowl Free all summer long (up to 6 kids)! Just head on over here and click your state on the map to find a participating location near you. Note that you may want to register your children now (even if you have done this in the past) so your kiddos will then be able to get 2 FREE games of bowling per day.

*Kids Skate Free
Just go here and click your state on the map to find a participating location near you (note that not all states offer this free program). Once you find a location near you, click on the location name to find out more information about hours of operation etc. Then scroll down and click on the green “Register for This Skating Center” banner (like the one pictured above) – note that you will receive an email asking you to verify your email address. Your first set of passes will then be ready on Sunday of that week (read your passes carefully as most passes are only accepted at specific days/times and will vary based on the skating rink). Keep in mind that you do have to pay taxes as well as the skate rental fee, which will vary by location.

*Lakeshore Learning Store
On Saturday, 8/3 from 11AM-3PM, kids can make a FREE Ring Toss Game! Go here for more details.

*LEGOland
Go here to get a FREE child ticket with full paid adult ticket to LEGOLAND California Resort. Use Promotion code 13021; expires online: 12/31/13.

*Lowes Build & Grow
Attend the various Toy Story Build and Grow Clinics in August at 10AM. Go here for a list of upcoming clinics. Registration opens a few weeks before each clinic’s date.

*Michael’s
On Saturday, 8/3 every half hour from 10AM-Noon, kids can make a Handy Growth Chart for just $2 per child.

*Redbox
Whenever you create a new Redbox.com account and reserve your first movie online, you’ll also score an account credit valid for a FREE one-night DVD rental after returning your rental!

*Regal Cinemas
Head on over here to snag a mobile coupon valid for $3 off Zap Pack, valid through August 4th.

*VISA/Fandango
Through today 8/2, Visa Signature cardholders can head on over here to snag 2-for-1 Fandango movie tickets (up to a $19.50 value limit including convenience fee!) to be used on Fridays only. Limit of one complimentary movie ticket per Visa Signature card every 30 days. Go here to get 20% off $25 gift card purchases, valid for a limited time.

(Thanks, Gina, Free Stuff Times, and Freebie Finding Mom!)

Restaurant Deals:

*7-Eleven
Through September 3rd, head to a participating 7-Eleven store every Wednesday (that’s today!) to snag a Medium Iced Coffee for just $1. Choose from 3 flavors – Hazelnut, Mocha, or French Vanilla. Check out the 7-Eleven Facebook page for more information.

*A&W
Heads up! On August 6th, get FREE A&W Root Beer Floats from 2PM-Close. Go here for more details.

*Ben & Jerry’s
Through 9/28, the Scoop Trucks are back on tour on the West and East Coasts and offering up a FREE Greek Yogurt when you tweet about them. Go here for more details.

*Blimpie Sub Shop
Head on over to the Blimpie Facebook page, give them a “like” and click on the “Get a Coupon” tab to print a Bricks coupon good for a FREE 6 inch Sub with the purchase of a 6 inch Sub of equal or lesser value and a 22 oz Drink (excludes $5 Combo Meals)!

*Bob Evans
Go here to print a coupon valid for $3 off BBQ Pulled Pork Combo, valid M-F through 8/9. Or go here to print a Buy 1 get 1 Free breakfast entree coupon, valid through 8/9.

*Boston Market
Go here to print a coupon valid for a Free fountain drink with any Boston Market individual meal purchase, valid through 8/5. Also, get a FREE Dessert When Bring Your Own Basket on Sundays this Summer. Go here for details.

Also, through 7/30, head on over to the Boston Market Facebook page to snag a FREE Dessert with Market Bowl or Individual Meal purchase coupon!

*Buca di Beppo
If you have a Buca di Beppo nearby, you can score a new offer starting today 7/29-8/4! Just head on over to the Buca di Beppo Facebook page and click on the link in their post to print a coupon valid for a FREE Individual Veggie, Chicken, or Classic Lasagna with any Pasta, Baked Pasta, or Entree purchase (for Dine In only).

*Burger King
Now through September 1st, head on over to your local Burger King to snag 50¢ Ice Cream Cones or Cups – no coupon needed!

*California Pizza Kitchen
For every $100 you spend at CPK, you get a $5 reward. When you register, you also get a free small plate! Go here for more details.

*Cold Stone Creamery
Head on over here to join “The My Cold Stone Club” to score a coupon good for Buy One Creation, Get One Free. Plus, you’ll receive member only emails with coupons on a regular basis and when it’s your birthday, you’ll receive another coupon good for a Buy One Creation, Get One Free. Note – coupon may take 24 hours to arrive.

*Del Taco
Go here to print coupons valid for FREE Carnitas Taco Al Carbon with purchase of any beverage, FREE Egg & Cheese Burrito with beverage purchase, or 2 FREE Grilled Chicken Tacos when you Join Fan Club.

*Domino’s PIzza
Through August 4th, head on over to the Dominos Pizza site and place your order by clicking on the picture, like the one above, to score 50% Off ANY pizza at menu price. No coupon code is needed!

*Earth Fare
Every Thursday from 4-8PM, Kids can eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal valued at $5 or more. Go here for more details.

*Fazoli’s
Through August 15th, the Fazoli’s Breadsticks for Hunger Tour is stopping in select cities and passing out free breadsticks, coupons, and most importantly raising awareness for Feed The Children, a non-profit hunger relief organization that helps families in need. Head over to the Fazoli’s Facebook page to see if your city is on their list of stops!

And, if you haven’t already, be sure to sign up to join Fazoli’s e-Family to instantly score a coupon in your Inbox for a FREE Spaghetti with Meat or Marinara Sauce.

*Genghis Grill
Head over to a participating Genghis Grill restaurant to take advantage of their Kids Eat Free Tuesdays! Kids ages 11 and under can score one FREE kid’s meal per adult bowl purchased. Be sure to contact your local restaurant to verify participation.

*Hardee’s
Go here to print a coupon for $1 off Super Bacon Cheese Thickburgers Combo, valid through 8/4. Also, head on over to the Hardee’s Facebook page or here to print even more coupons.

*Honey Baked Ham
Go here to print a coupon for $5 off Bone-In Half Ham, $4 Off Boneless Ham, and more – valid through 8/25.

*IKEA
If you have an IKEA nearby, here’s a great way to snag a FREE meal at their restaurant! First, you’ll need to head on over here to sign up for their FREE 2014 annual catalog. Once you have answered all the registration questions, look for a pop-up (as pictured below) for a coupon valid for a FREE entrée (up to $5.99). Please note this offer is valid through August 13th.

Also, IKEA will be holding the annual all-you-can-eat Crayfish Event on August 16th this year. There is a discount available to members of IKEA Family. Go here to RSVP.

*Olive Garden
Olive Garden just released a coupon valid for 20% off entire purchase of 4 or more Guests coupon (valid through 8/4). Or head on over here and sign up for the Olive Garden newsletter to receive a coupon in your Inbox for Buy one entree, get one half-off! Coupon may take 1-2 days to arrive.

Also, through August 19th, Olive Garden is offering up special Lunch Flash Sales on select days where you can snag coupons for up to 25% off your meal. The next Flash Sale starts at 11AM EST today so hurry on over here for more details and/or to request a reminder. Also note that Lunch Flash Sale coupons must be used on the same day the sale is announced.

*Outback Steakhouse
Go here and fill out the form to receive a coupon in your Inbox valid for a FREE Oreo Mini Milkshake with any purchase, valid through 8/7. Not valid at California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Idaho or Alaska locations.

*Panda Express
If you have a Panda Express nearby, head on over to the Panda Express Facebook page , “like” them, and click on the “Panda Offer” tab to score a coupon valid for a FREE Sobe Lifewater whenever you buy a 2-entree or 3-entree plate. Keep in mind that there is a limit of one coupon per person, per household.

*Panera Bread
Head over here to the Panera Bread site and see how and why they switched to serving Antibiotic Free Chicken. Click on “Drive the Road” and deliver the egg. When the journey is over, you’ll score a prize, such as $2 off a salad + more!

*Papa John’s
Now through August 4th, head on over to the Papa John’s site where you may be able to score 50% off ANY large, regular menu price pizza! Just head on over here and sign-in to your account, click on “Special Offers” (at the top of the page), then enter in the promo code SAVE50 and click apply to see if this offer is available in your area. If so, you can snag a large Cheese pizza for only $6 (+ delivery fee & tax) or a large The Works pizza for only $8 (+ delivery fee & tax)! Awesome!

Also, through August 8th, get Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks for only 7 points when you enter the code 7GPSTX in your account.

*Penn Station
Head on over here and receive an emailed coupon for a FREE 6 inch sub for suscribing to emails from them (top right). They have locations in Kentucky, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

*P.F. Chang’s
Head on over to the P.F. Chang’s Facebook page and click on the offer on their wall to snag a coupon for a $10 off an order of $40 or more! Just fill out the short form and you will be able to print your coupon, valid through 8/31.

Also, after eating at PF Chang’s for lunch or dinner, they are giving you a $10.00 gift card to use on a future purchase before August 31 (may be regional).

*Piccadilly
This summer, Piccadilly is helping children discover the fun and value of reading with their Summer Reading Program. It’s simple: Pick up a Summer Reading Log at your local neighborhood Piccadilly Restaurant. Kids read 10 books and record them on their log. Then, return the Summer Reading Log to your local Piccadilly Restaurant for a FREE Kids Meal. Also, kids’ meals are only $0.99 every day after 4PM. Go here for details.

*Red Lobster
Head on over to the Red Lobster Facebook page and click on the Get Offer link to snag a coupon valid for $10 Off when you purchase two Signature Combination Entrées valid Monday – Thursday Only . This coupon is valid until August 8th and should make for a cheap date night!

*Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Just head on over to the Romano’s Macaroni Grill Facebook page, to print a Buy 1 regular price entrée Get 1 FREE kids meal coupon OR you can opt to show this offer on your mobile device! Coupon valid through 8/4.

*Smashburger
Head on over here to sign up for the SmashClub for the latest news, promotions and coupons.

*Smoothie King
Go here and join the Kingdom email club and score exclusive offers, health and wellness tips along with a coupon good for a Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Smoothie!

*Sonic Drive-In
Through the entire Summer, Sonic is offering up 1/2 price Ice Cream Shakes after 8PM every evening. Please note that this offer is only available at participating Sonic Drive-Ins, so you may want to call your store before making a special trip over there. Also, join the Sonic Ice Cream Social and get a coupon for $1 off any ice cream product.

*Starbucks
Through August 18th, make any Starbuck’s purchase before 2PM and then enjoy any Grande 16 oz cold beverage for just $2 (plus tax) after 2PM the same day at participating stores in the U.S. and Canada. Just remember to show them your receipt when you return. Also, go here to check out the new Starbucks Star Dash program!

Also, head on over to the Starbucks Facebook page and click on the Get Offer link to snag a coupon valid for Buy any size Valencia Orange Starbucks Refresher and get one for free from 8/1-8/3. This coupon cannot be combined with other offers or discounts; limit 1 per customer.

*Quiznos
Go here to print a coupon valid for a $5 Small Combo, valid through 8/5.

*Taco Bell
Taco Bell is now offering up Happier Hour items for just $1 from 2PM-5PM each day! Happier Hour includes Loaded Grillers, Freezes, Sparklers and medium soft drinks!

*White Castle
Get 4 FREE Sliders when you join the CraverNation club! Go here to sign up.

(Thanks, Cindy, Clip and Follow, Coupon Pro, Brandice, Ann-Marie, NW Bargains, Freebie Shark, Homemaker Hand Guide, Allison, and Smart Couponing!)

Retail Coupons & Deals:

*Ace Hardware
Head on over to Ace Hardware’s Facebook page, “like” them, click on the “Ace Offers” tab to snag a coupon valid for 1 FREE Quart of Clark + Kensington Paint – Flat Enamel Primer Tint Bases, valid August 3rd only.

*Aeropostale
Go here to print a coupon for 25% off a pair of jeans, valid through 8/7. Also, while supplies last, you can snag a FREE Phone Case at Aeropostale when you try on a pair of jeans!  The cases that are avaiable include iphone 4, iphone 5 and Galaxy S3.

*Bath & Body Works
Head on over here to print a coupon valid for a FREE Forever Red Shower Gel or Body Lotion (up to a $20 value!) with ANY $20 Home Fragrance purchase (in-store only) – valid through August 3rd. Also, go here to print a coupon valid for 20% off your entire purchase, valid through August 4th.

*The Body Shop
Now through August 4th, The Body Shop is celebrating 250,000 Facebook Likes and offering up a FREE Mini Item of your choice with ANY purchase (no minimum!). If shopping online, just head on over here and use promo code LIKE at checkout. Or if you choose to shop in-store, go here to claim and print your coupon (or pull up on mobile phone). Awesome!

*Bon-Ton
Just head on over here to print a coupon valid for $10 off an in-store Regular or Sale Price purchase of $25 or more. You can also print a coupon for $30 off an in-store Regular or Sale Price purchase of $75 or more. Keep in mind that these coupons are valid through 8/3 only and do have some exclusions so be sure to take some time to read all of the fine print.

*Carter’s
Go here to print a coupon valid for 15% off your entire in-store purchase or 20% off your in-store purchase of $40 or more, valid through 8/7.

*Express
Go here to print a coupon valid for $30 off your $100 purchase, valid through 8/4.

*GAP Outlet
Go here to print a coupon valid for 15% off your $75 purchase, valid through 8/11.

*Great Clips
Simply text GREAT to 47328 or go here to score a coupon valid for $2 off your next haircut.

*Gordmans
The first 100 people this Friday 8/2, Saturday 8/3, and Sunday 8/4 will receive a $10 savings card to use on a future purchase. Contact your local store for more details.

*Hobby Lobby
Go here to print a coupon for 40% off a single item at regular price – valid through 8/3.

*Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Store
Go here to print a coupon valid for 25% off your total purchase, valid through 8/4.

*Kohl’s
Go here to print a 20% off savings pass, valid through August 4th.

*Macy’s
Go here to print a coupon valid for 15% off select Sale & Clearance apparel for Kids, Juniors, and Young Men or 10% select sale Kids’, Juniors’, and Young Men’s Sale and Clearance Shoes, valid through 8/4.

*Michael’s
Go here to print a coupon for 20% off entire purchase including sale items – valid through 8/3. Also, just a reminder to check out Summer Clearance items that I posted about here and that reader Monica scored above!

*Old Navy
Go here to print (or show on mobile device) a coupon valid for 20% off Adult Styles (excludes Jeans & Clearance), valid through 8/4.

*Party City
Go here to print a coupon valid for 15% off $60 purchase, valid through 8/4.

*Rue 21
Go here to download for $20 off $50, $40 off $100, or $80 off $200, vaild through 8/4.

*Sam’s Club
Through August 4th, Sam’s Club will be hosting an Open House and offering up a FREE trial membership and the opportunity to shop in-store! This is a nice opportunity for you to browse around and get familiar with all of the items they have in store for you. And, just a heads up to all Sam’s Club members, on August 10th, you can head to your local store for a FREE Health Screening valid for Blood Pressure, Body Mass Index, Dental Tabs, Take home DNA swab kits, Child Safety ID Kits, and Vision.

Or, head on over here to register for a FREE one day pass for you and your family and friends. You’ll receive a unique member number that will expire within 24 hours.

*ULTA
Go here to print a coupon valid for $3.50 off $10 purchase, valid through 8/3.

*Yankee Candle
Go here to print a coupon valid for $20 off $45 purchase, valid through 8/4.

(Thanks, Ahorrando Dolares, Freebie Finding Mom, Free Stuff Times, Mister Cheap, Monica, Kat, Couponing with Rachel, Jennifer, Brandice, and Your Retail Helper!)