Looking for some free family fun this weekend?  Here is a round up of free activities and events.  It’s always a good idea to check with your local store before going to make sure that they are participating (especially if you’ve got a drive).

American Girl – Introducing Girl of the Year® 2015. Don’t miss the unveiling of our 2015 Girl of the Year® doll! This event includes fun activities, crafts, exciting giveaways, and more. Be among the first to welcome this special contemporary character! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

-Grace’s Travel Tags. Your girl can have fun preparing for her next adventure with this travel-themed craft, whether she’s trotting the globe or having a sleepover next door. At this event, she’ll craft her own girl- and doll-sized luggage tags—inspired by Grace’s travels! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

Bank of America – Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering cardholders can explore cultural institutions at some the most exciting cultural venues in the U.S. This weekend, January 3rd and 4th, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders can get free access to 150 participating museums in 92 cities.  Bank of America has also recently rolled out its Museums on Us site for mobile. You can check it out here on your mobile phone. It’s great for people who are traveling and want to check out if the city they are visiting has a participating museums.

Apple Stores – Check your local store for weekly workshops and youth programs

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores – Free demos every Saturday, check your store here for more details.

Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, January 3rd  from 11-3 pm, kids can make Beary Warm Earmuffs.

Lowes Build and Grow – There are no scheduled classes right now, but check back in the new year for new crafts and classes.  Register for future classes here

Michael’s Kids Club:  Check back for fun classes for the whole family.

Microsoft Stores – Check your local store for classes and special events for the whole family.

Pottery Barn Kids -Tuesday’s from 11-11:30 a.m., Story Time.

Target – select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

The Home Depot – Saturday, January 3rd from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., kids can learn how to build a mini sled.  All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.  Register for this class as well as future classes here.

Walmart Event Finder – enter your zip code to see what is going on in your area.