Last Update 1 hrs ago

Baby & Kids August 2026 Workshop and Activies

We'll keep updating this every month through 2026! These are all free events hosted by well-known retailers, so parents can bring the kids along — no purchase needed. Just note that some stores require you to register online in advance.

August 2026 Events

Store	Offer	Date	Notes
Michaels Store	Watercolor Chameleon Painting	August 22	Free. Check with your local store first to confirm the event is happening
Home Depot	Make a School Bus Organizer	September 5 at 9:00 AM local time	Registration opens July 31 — sign up here
Lowes	Build a Haunted House	September 12	Registration opens August 15 — sign up here
JCPenny	DIY Forest Cottage Photo Frame	September 12, in-store pickup starts at 11:00 AM	Just bring the kids — no registration needed
Home Depot	Make a Wizard Candy Box	October 3 at 9:00 AM local time	Registration opens September 4 — sign up here
Lowes	Build a Firefighting Plane	October 10	Registration opens September 12 — sign up here
Apple Camp	Summer Kids Camp	Dates vary by local store events	Go to the official "Today at Apple" page, then select Kids & Families
Barnes & Noble	Summer Reading Program: Read 8 books, get 1 free kids' book	Redemption period: July 1 – August 31, 2026	For grades 1–6 Pick up a reading journal in-store or print it from the official site
de Young Museum/Legion of Honor	Free admission	First Tuesday of every month	Located in San Francisco
IKEA	Events vary by location	Dates vary by location	Check the official website for events in your area