January 2026 Free and Fun Family Events

Looking for some ways to enjoy time together without spending extra money to do so? No matter where you live, here are a few free and fun family events you might be able to take advantage of this month.

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Home Depot Free Kids Workshop: January 3rd

These workshops take place the first Saturday of every month and kids will have the opportunity to make a variety of things dependent on that month's theme. Sign up in advance to participate.

Get a Free Wellness Box at Target: January 3rd

Guests who stop by Target today could receive a free wellness box while supplies last. These will be handed out between 12noon and 4 pm. It will include free samples to help you kick start your year.

Visit Select Museums for Free: January 3rd and 4th

If you are a Bank of America Card Holder, you can visit a variety of museums across the country for free this weekend. Get more details on how to make the most of this freebie and get a full list of participating museums and cultural institutions on the Bank of America website.

Thank You Bag of Goodies for Walmart Curbside Pickup Participants: January 3rd

Pick up your groceries at Walmart today and you might be lucky enough to receive a free thank you goodie bag. It includes a few samples of products including things like juice boxes, fruit snacks and fresh fruit.

Lowes Members Week: Free Giveaways on January 10th

If you are a myLowes Rewards Member, stop by your local Lowes to celebrate Members Week! Giveaways will start at 10 am and will probably go fast. Not a myLowes Rewards Member? Sign up today for all sorts of savings and benefits everyday of the year.

JCPenney Kid Zone Event: Kids Can Make a Mitten Bookmark, Parents Get a 10% Off Coupon January 10th

If you have a JCPenney nearby, you can bring the kids to the store between 11 am and 12 noon to make this month's craft - a mitten bookmark. Additionally, parents will receive a 10% off discount to use in the store.

Michaels Kids Club: Kids Can Make a Beaded Rainbow Keychain on January 11th or Make a Yarn Painting on January 25th

Stop by your local Michaels on January 11th or the 25th for a free kids club craft event. These typically take place between 2-4 pm.

And for pet parents, you will find that your local Petco has all sorts of free events throughout the month - including a build your own barkuterie board (how cute is that?)!