Weekend Entertainment, Restaurant, & Retail Roundup

Entertainment:

*American Girl
Throughout the months of April and June at various locations, girls ages 8 and up can participate in various FREE events. Head over here to see the full list of dates and participating locations as well as a phone number to make reservations.

*BabiesRUs
Tomorrow, April 25th at 2PM, BabiesRUs is having a Happy Mealtime Event and will be providing information and tips for making feeding your baby easier. You’ll learn feeding tips, information on signs of readiness at different ages and stages, AND be able to participate in giveaways & raffles, fun games, activities, and more! Go here for more information.

*Barnes & Noble
Mark your calendars! On May 2nd at 11AM, attend the FREE What Do You Do with An Idea? Storytime and Activities event.

*Comic Book Day
Heads up all you comic book readers! On May 2nd, participating comic book shops across North America and around the world are celebrating Free Comic Book Day and will be giving away completely FREE comic books to anyone who comes into their stores. They’ll also be having giveaways, costume contests, writer and artist appearances, and more!

*Gander Mountain
Attend FREE Kid’s Workshops from 10AM-2PM each month this year with Crafts, Activities, Giveaways, and more!

*Fandango
If you’re planning to head to the movies TODAY, April 24th and are a Visa Signature cardholder, then this deal is for you! Simply head on over here where you can snag 2-for-1 Fandango movie tickets to be used TODAY only. Chase Visa Signature cardholders can take advantage of an extended redemption window by purchasing tickets on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from April 22nd to August 21st for a Friday movie showing.

*GoBowling
Head over to GoBowling.com where you can watch a short video and then click the link to request a coupon valid for a FREE game of bowling. Your coupon will be emailed to you and is valid thru 7/26. Limit one free game of bowling per person, per coupon, per day. Coupon is valid at participating centers on regular days of operation between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:30PM local time. Go here to locate a GoBowling center near you.

*Harkins Theatres
Receive a FREE medium popcorn every time you wear your Loyalty T-shirt to the movies through the end of 2015 (priced at $25). Also, enjoy $1.50 soft drink refills every time you bring your Loyalty Cup to the movies through the end of 2015 (priced at $5.25).

*Home Depot
Register your kiddos for the upcoming Home Depot Kids Workshop! You can now sign up for the FREE Kids Workshop on May 2nd where kids can build a FREE Picket Fence Photo Frame. These workshops are designed for ages 5-12 and are offered the 1st Saturday at all The Home Depot stores between 9AM-12PM.

*Kids Bowl Free
Get your kiddos out of the house and keep them entertained all Summer long with the Kids Bowl Free Program! The 8th annual Kids Bowl Free program can be found at over 1,000 bowling centers in the US and Canada and is valid for kids ages 15 and under. Registration is 100% FREE – each child will snag coupons for 2 free games of bowling daily throughout the summer.

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

*Lakeshore Learning Store
On Saturday, April 25th from 11AM-3PM, kids can make a Butterfly Pencil Holder! Go here for more details.

*Michaels
Attend various Kids Club events for only $2 per child. Sessions start every half hour from 10AM-11:30AM. Go here for details.

*Microsoft
Register for the 2015 Microsoft DigiGirlz Day where students interact with Microsoft employees and managers to gain exposure to careers in business and technology and to get an inside look at what it’s like to work at Microsoft. This exciting event provides girls with career planning assistance, information about technology and business roles, thought-provoking exercises, and interesting Microsoft product demonstrations. By participating in the Microsoft DigiGirlz Day, young women can find out about the variety of opportunities available in the high-tech industry and can explore future career paths.

*Redbox
Redbox is currently offering up a few FREE rental codes. These codes are valid at Redbox.com and on the Redbox Mobile app….

* FREE one day DVD Rental —> use the code PLKMP982 (expires end of April)
* FREE one day DVD Rental —> Text the code SHOPS to 727272 (exp 4/26)

*SPY Movie Tickets
If you are interested in attending a FREE advanced movie screening of SPY on May 27th (releases in theaters nationwide on June 5th), head on over here to see if there is one available in your city or a city nearby! Don’t wait to claim your spot, as they will fill up quickly.

*Williams Sonoma
Go here to check out FREE Junior Chef Classes and Technique Classes.

(Thanks, Alicia & Free Stuff Times!)

*7-Eleven
Get a FREE Doritos Loaded 2-pack when you download the 7Rewards App (found under the Scan & Save section), valid through 4/30! Make sure you don’t click Redeem until you’re ready to use it as it’s only valid for 15 minutes once you do.

*Auntie Anne’s
If you are an Auntie Anne’s Pretzel Perks member, check your Inbox for an exclusive coupon valid for a FREE Original or Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel with the purchase of a pretzel item valid April 24th-26th. The email will have the subject line “Celebrate National Pretzel Day All Weekend Long!” Or check your My Pretzel Perks app now for your reward and then just scan your reward offer in-store for your free pretzel!

*Carvel Ice Cream
On Thursday, April 30th from 3-8PM, head on over to a participating Carvel Ice Cream restaurant where they are giving away FREE Junior 4.5oz Soft Serve Ice Cream Cup or Cone – no purchase required! Go here to find a location near you.

*Hardee’s Restaurant
Go here to print a coupon for TWO $1 off combo coupons, valid through May 3rd or May 30th depending on the coupon.

*Joe’s Crab Shack
During the month of April, make a $10 donation and get a $20 off $40 purchase coupon OR donate $5 and get a $10 off $20 purchase coupon. Go here to donate.

*Krispy Kreme
On April 28th, participating Krispy Kreme stores are offering up one dozen FREE Original Glazed Doughnuts whenever you purchase one dozen – no coupon required. Go here for more details.

*Logan’s Roadhouse
Go here and download the Logan’s App to score a mobile coupon valid for $4 off $20 purchase.

*Red Robin
For a limited time, get a FREE Movie ticket to see Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 whenever you purchase a $25 limited edition gift card. Go here for more details.

*Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Sign up for the Romano’s Macaroni Grill Email Club and get $5 off your next purchase of an adult entree!  Just fill out the form and your coupon will be sent to your inbox – valid for dine in only.

*Rubio’s
Get one FREE Taco with this coupon, valid through 4/29! Click here to find a location near you.

*Olive Garden
Through today April 24th, hop on over here to print a coupon valid for a $5 Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks Lunch at your local Olive Garden – dine-in only. Keep in mind that this coupon is only valid until 4PM each day and there is a limit of one Lunch Combo per coupon. If you plan to go with someone, be sure to print two coupons.

*Philly Pretzel Factory
if you have a Philly Pretzel Factory restaurant nearby (located in DE, FL, MD, NJ, NY, NC, & PA), you can also score a FREE Pretzel on April 26th – no purchase necessary! Plus, be one of the first 100 guests at any of their locations and get a card valid for 1 FREE Pretzel everyday in the month of May (no purchase necessary). Go here to find a restaurant nearest you.

*Pretzelmaker
On 4/26 only, Pretzelmaker is offering up a FREE Salted or Unsalted Pretzel on Sunday whenever you say a Tongue Twister (consider saying “Pretzelmaker prepares perfectly pleasing pretzels for National Pretzel Day!) –  limit 1 per customer. View participating Pretzelmaker locations before heading out.

*Sonic
Starting now and running through the entire Summer (through September 1st), Sonic is offering up 1/2 price Real Ice Cream Shakes after 8PM.

*Starbucks
Mark your calendars! Starting May 1st through May 10th, Starbucks locations across the country will be offering up 50% off ANY size, ANY flavor Frappuccino blended beverages during their Frappuccino Happy Hour from 3PM-5PM!

(Thanks, Renee, Freebie Shark, Coupons are my Currency, & Freebie Radar!)

Retail Coupons & Deals:

*Ace Hardware
Through April 26th, Ace Hardware is hosting a 3 Day Spring Sale both online and in-store. Order online and choose free store pick up at your local Ace store. Also note that many local Ace Hardware stores are offering up FREE Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food when you purchase Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed. And you’ll save $10 instantly when you purchase gallons of Valspar Optimus and Aspire paint (limit 3 gallons each).

*Aveda
Head on over here to print a coupon for a free Invati exfoliating shampoo, thickening conditioner and scalp revitalizer at your local retail store! Just show them your voucher and they’ll give you the freebie – no purchase necessary, valid through June 30th.

*BJ’s
Through July 5th, sign up to become an insider and get a FREE 60-day membership. Go here for details.

*Big Lots
If you have a Big Lots nearby, here’s a couple new coupons you’ll want to print! Just go here to print coupons valid for $10 off your entire $50 purchase or $15 off your entire $75 purchase, valid April 25th through May 2nd. Keep in mind that these coupons exclude Milk, dairy products, eggs, and/or gift cards and cannot be used with any other coupon, discount, or associate discount.

*Bon-Ton
The Bonton Stores have issued a coupon for $10 off your regular and sale price purchase of $20 or more to use in-store between 4/22-4/25. There are also a couple of other 25% off coupons for various other items.

*Hobby Lobby
Go here to print a coupon valid for 40% off a regular-priced item, valid through April 25th.

*JCPenney
Through 5/7, JCPenney Portraits is offering up a FREE 8×10 Portrait ($9.99 value) AND one FREE sitting fee (+ 40% off portrait purchase) with the coupon found here. Or, you can opt for a FREE 8×10 Portrait and choose $3.99 Portrait Sheets or a $7.99 Portrait Package. DARN! It appears they pulled the coupon earlier as it’s no longer available to print 🙁

Also, JCPenney also appears to be having a huge clearance sale on winter items! My store here in Boise, Idaho had TONS of great clearance on many popular brands including Nike, Columbia, Joe Fresh & more!

*Jo-Ann Fabric
Head on over here to snag a coupon valid for 30% off any one regular priced item – valid through April 25th, only!

*Lowes
Head on over here to sign up for Lowe’s email alerts to instantly score a $10 off a $50+ purchase coupon! To get in on this offer, scroll all the way down to the bottom right of this page and then click on the offer that states “save $10 when you join email alerts”. Then just sign up and your coupon will be sent via email.

*Michaels
Through Saturday, April 25th, score an extra 20% off entire purchase – including sale items.

*Old Navy
Through May 2nd, spend $35 or more on merchandise or gift cards at your local Old Navy store and earn a $5 Old Navy Shop Card valid May 11th-20th at Old Navy stores in the U.S. and Canada. Limit one shop card per transaction.

*The Home Depot
You can still join The Home Depot’s Promo Text Program to receive $5 off your purchase of $50 or more.

*Ulta
Go here to print a $3.50 off $10 purchase coupon, valid through May 10th.

*Victoria’s Secret
Starting April 24th-30th, at your local Victoria’s Secret stores, purchase 2 full-priced bras and get a FREE $15 Reward Card. Plus, while supplies last, when you try on a bra, you can score a Panty for just $1 (reg. up to $10.50). Please note, you may want to check with your local store to verify participation of the $1 panty offer. Limit one per customer.

*Yankee Candle
Head on over here to print a Buy ANY 2 regularly-priced jar, tumbler, or vase candles, Get 2 FREE Yankee Candle coupon – good through April 26th! Also, keep in mind that this coupon is also valid at a few other stores besides Yankee candle (excludes outlet stores, Kohl’s, Staples, Meijer, Target, and Yankee Candle Fundraising).

(Thanks, Jennifer!)