🍁 November Freebies
Updated November 2, 2026
November 2026 Freebies & In-Store Deals
Looking for free things to do in November? Here are the November 2026 freebies, free in-store events and deals we could confirm from the retailers themselves. Most events are at participating stores only, and many need a sign-up ahead of time or run while supplies last.
Deals that need a purchase are listed separately at the bottom, so you always know what’s truly free.
Free Kids Workshops & Crafts
Home Depot
Free Dump Truck Workshop, Sat. Nov. 7
Kids can build a wooden dump truck for free on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at participating stores. Sign up ahead, since spots are limited, and a parent has to stay with the child. The next workshop is a Christmas Car Ornament on Nov. 21, and sign-ups for that one open Nov. 7.
Lowe’s
Free Holiday Engine Workshop, Sat. Nov. 14
Kids can build a Holiday Engine on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in store. Sign in to your Lowe’s account to pick your store and time slot.
LEGO Store
Free Reindeer Build, Fri. Nov. 13
Build a LEGO reindeer and take it home for free on Friday, Nov. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. at participating LEGO Stores. It’s made for ages 6 and up, with one build per guest, first come first served while supplies last. The model isn’t sold in stores.
Michaels
Free In-Store Craft Events All Month
Michaels has free in-store events at participating stores in November, including Hallmark-inspired holiday crafts:
- Thu. Nov. 5, 6 to 8:30 p.m.: Community Yarn Night. Bring your own yarn project.
- Sat. Nov. 7, 10 a.m. to noon: Michaels x Hallmark Vintage Ornaments, ages 6+
- Sat. Nov. 7, 1 to 3 p.m.: Michaels x Hallmark Paint-Scraped Greetings, ages 6+
- Sun. Nov. 8, 1 to 3 p.m.: Make a Holiday Ornament
- Sat. Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to noon: Kids Club: Air Dry Clay Figurines
- Sun. Nov. 15, 1 to 3 p.m.: Cookie Cutter Clay Ornaments, ages 13+. Supplies are provided.
Free Santa Fun
Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s
Free Santa Photos, Crafts & More
Santa’s Wonderland is back with free family events at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s:
- Sat. Nov. 7, 5 p.m.: Santa’s arrival party with a free Mini Reindeer Plush giveaway while supplies last
- Nov. 8 to Christmas Eve: Free 4×6 photo and shareable video with Santa. Extra photo packages cost more.
- Nov. 9 to 27, weekdays: Free Santa Ornament Craft while supplies last
- Tuesdays at 5 p.m., Nov. 10 to Dec. 22: Free Christmas Tales story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus, plus a group photo. This needs its own reservation.
Free reservations open 7 days ahead, and walk-ins are welcome first come, first served.
Free Giveaways & Samples
Target
Free Hogwarts Crest Button, Sat. Nov. 7
Target’s Harry Potter holiday collection launches Nov. 7. Some of the first guests to shop the new collection at participating stores get a free Hogwarts Crest button while supplies last. It isn’t at every store.
Petco
Free Pet Food Samples
Bring your dog or cat to Petco for free food samples at participating stores:
- Sat. Nov. 14, 2 to 4 p.m.: Free Blue Buffalo food samples for dogs and cats
- Sat. Nov. 21 and Sun. Nov. 22, 2 p.m.: Petsgiving, with free samples and tips for your pet’s holiday bowl
Free Admission
Bank of America Museums on Us
Free Museum Entry, Nov. 7 to 8
Bank of America and Merrill cardholders get one free general admission at participating museums on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7 and 8. Show your eligible credit or debit card and a photo ID. It’s not free for everyone, and special exhibits are often not included.
National Parks
Free Entrance, Wed. Nov. 11
Veterans Day is a fee-free day at National Park Service sites that normally charge entrance fees. It’s for all U.S. citizens and residents, not just veterans. Starting in 2026, international visitors still pay. Other fees like parking, camping, reservations and tours still apply.
Deals & Gifts With a Purchase
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Free Butterball Turkey With $150 Spend
BJ’s members who spend $150 or more in one transaction from Oct. 31 to Nov. 9, in club, in the app or on BJs.com, get a coupon for a free fresh or frozen Butterball turkey, up to $25. The coupon shows up in your account starting Nov. 14, and you can redeem it through Nov. 25 while supplies last. Organic turkeys don’t count, and a membership is required.
BJ’s Early Black Friday
On Now, In Club & Online
BJ’s Early Black Friday savings started Oct. 23, in club and online. Deals and availability vary, so check the current offers before you go.
LEGO
Free Gifts With Purchase & Insiders Weekend
These LEGO offers work at LEGO.com and LEGO Stores, while supplies last:
- Through Nov. 8: Free Build, Paint and Play set (40889) when you spend $130 or more on qualifying LEGO items
- Nov. 1 to 8: Free Venetian Water Taxi (40898) when you buy the Venetian Neighbourhood set (11388), which is $549.99
- Nov. 21 to 22: LEGO Insiders Weekend, with special member offers, rewards and surprises. LEGO Insiders is free to join.
Before You Go
Free events can fill up or run out early, and not every store takes part. Sign up ahead where you can, and call your local store to confirm. Veterans and active military, see our Veterans Day freebies list for free meals and more on Nov. 11.
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