Free Stuff This Weekend: November 7–8, 2026
Looking for free stuff this weekend, November 7–8, 2026? There are nine free store events and take-home offers to check, including Target bear keychains, Hogwarts buttons, a mini reindeer plush, kids’ crafts and the opening of free Santa photos.
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YOUR NOVEMBER 7–8 FREEBIE PLANNER A little holiday fun. Something free to bring home.Pick your stops from the schedule, then use each event’s official button to check participation or book a free photo visit. |
Checked November 7, 2026. This U.S. store guide uses local event times. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s also list Canadian locations. Confirm participation, space and supplies before heading out; free items can run out before an event finishes.
Free store events this weekend: quick schedule
Tap any stop for its photo, instructions and official link. The Saturday giveaways and Sunday activities have different schedules.
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Saturday, November 7 • Noon–4 p.m. LOCAL TIME Target: free Holiday Bear keychainOne per guest • Participating stores  Target’s holiday toy event includes a free Holiday Bear keychain, plus demonstrations of the LEGO Christmas Stocking, Puppetronic Pikachu and Mini Brands Tiny Vinyl Player. The keychain is the take-home freebie; the toys on display are merchandise demonstrations. How to get it: Visit a participating Target during the event and ask the event team about the bear keychain. Target limits it to one per guest, while supplies last. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Check the store list before leaving: this event is at most stores, and an advertised four-hour window does not guarantee keychains will last until 4 p.m. |
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Saturday, November 7 • Starts at store opening LOCAL TIME Target: free Hogwarts Crest buttonWhile supplies last • Local stock varies  Harry Potter fans can pick up a free Hogwarts Crest button as Target launches its holiday collection. Target’s event calendar lists the November 7 celebration at store opening, and its official announcement confirms the button giveaway while supplies last. How to get it: Ask your Target team where the Hogwarts buttons are being distributed. Buying Harry Potter merchandise is separate from the free button offer. The Jersey City celebration has additional activities and a separate gift with purchase. Those extras are not promised at every location. If you are visiting later in the day, check whether buttons remain before making a special trip. |
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Saturday, November 7 • Starts at 9 a.m. LOCAL TIME Home Depot: free wooden dump truck kids’ workshopFree in-store build • Check your store  Kids can build a wooden dump truck at Home Depot’s November Kids Workshop. The official 2026 project calendar pairs the dump truck with November 7; the workshop page lists a 9 a.m. start for its first-Saturday events. How to join: Select your store on the workshop page and check registration and local instructions. Plan to stay with your child and help with the project. Home Depot warns that kits cannot be guaranteed for every participant and recommends arriving early. A registration or a listing online does not guarantee extra kits for pickup or a kit after the event. |
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Saturday, November 7 • 10 a.m.–noon LOCAL TIME Michaels: free Hallmark vintage ornament workshopFree in-store craft • Listed for ages 6+  Make a dimensional paper ornament inspired by Hallmark’s archives. The project uses holiday colors, decorative accents and a glittery edge for something handmade to hang on the tree. How to join: Visit your local Michaels during the workshop. The official listing describes a free event and says all stores are participating; confirm supplies and local arrangements with your store. Michaels lists the activity for ages 6+. This is the morning workshop, separate from the holiday card-making event later on Saturday. |
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Saturday, November 7 • 11 a.m.–3 p.m. LOCAL TIME Lakeshore Learning: free Mosaic Masterpiece craftFree walk-in event • No reservations needed  Young creators can make a Mosaic Masterpiece with Peel & Stick Foam Cubes at Lakeshore Learning. The November Imagination Builders events feature hands-on activities and creations children take home. How to join: Drop into a Lakeshore store between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The official page says these are free, walk-in events at all locations, with no reservations needed. The event image also advertises Cube Buddies on November 21. That is a later event; this Saturday’s project is the mosaic. Products for sale and shopping promotions are separate from the free activity. |
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Saturday, November 7 • 1–3 p.m. LOCAL TIME Michaels: free Hallmark holiday greeting card workshopFree in-store craft • Listed for ages 6+  Create a holiday greeting card using masking tape and paint-scraping techniques in the second Michaels × Hallmark workshop. It is a different project from Saturday morning’s paper ornament. How to join: Stop into Michaels for the 1–3 p.m. session. The official page calls it a free event, lists ages 6+ and says all stores are participating. Check with your local store about space and supplies. The morning and afternoon workshops are separate sessions, so choose the project and time that work for your family. |
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Saturday, November 7 • 5 p.m. LOCAL TIME Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s: free mini reindeer plushSanta’s arrival celebration • Limited supplies Santa arrives at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s with a free mini reindeer plush giveaway, seasonal treats and an outdoor holiday celebration. The official announcement gives a 5 p.m. local start on November 7 at locations across the U.S. and Canada. How to get it: Confirm your local store’s arrival plans, get there before the celebration and follow staff directions for the plush distribution. The brand does not publish a per-store plush allocation. Supplies are limited, so the plush is a possible bonus rather than a guaranteed item for every family. A Santa-photo appointment does not reserve one; photo sessions begin separately on Sunday. CHECK BASS PRO SANTA & STORE DETAILS → Check Cabela’s Santa information · Read the official arrival announcement |
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Sunday, November 8 • 1–3 p.m. LOCAL TIME Michaels: free foam-and-pom-pom holiday ornamentFree in-store craft • Listed for ages 6+  Make a holiday ornament with foam and pom-poms at Michaels’ free Sunday event. Families can follow the featured Hallmark-inspired project or create their own holiday-themed design. How to join: Visit a nearby Michaels during the 1–3 p.m. event and ask for the ornament activity. The official page lists ages 6+. This is the Sunday craft, so it is a useful option if you cannot make Saturday’s two Hallmark workshops. Confirm local supplies and participation before driving over. |
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Starts Sunday, November 8 • Local appointments vary LOCAL TIME Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s: free Santa photoFree 4×6 print + shareable video  Santa’s Wonderland photo visits begin November 8 and run through December 24, 2026. The included freebie is a 4×6 photo with Santa plus a shareable video. Additional photo packages are optional purchases. How to book: Choose your store on the official Santa page and look for an available appointment. Free reservations open up to seven days ahead. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis, but a particular Sunday time is not guaranteed. Save your confirmation and review the arrival instructions. The November 7 plush giveaway and the November 8 photo opening are separate events. |
Questions about this weekend’s freebies
Do I have to buy something to get these freebies?
The listed crafts, Target giveaways, reindeer giveaway and included Santa photo are advertised as free. Shopping, extra photo packages and merchandise demonstrations are separate. Target’s Jersey City gift with purchase is a different offer from the Hogwarts button.
Which activities are available on Sunday, November 8?
Michaels has the free foam-and-pom-pom ornament event from 1–3 p.m. Santa photo visits begin at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s; check local appointment times.
Do free store events need reservations?
Lakeshore specifically says no reservations are needed. Check Home Depot’s registration for your store. Free Santa-photo reservations are recommended; walk-ins are first come, first served. Check Michaels’ local arrangements before visiting.
Can I collect a giveaway after the event ends?
Do not assume leftover stock is available. The Target items and reindeer plush are limited giveaways, and craft kits depend on local supplies. Ask the store directly if you missed its event window.
How can I find free things to do near me?
Use each official event or store-finder button above to check nearby branches. Compare driving time with the event windows, and keep one simple backup plan if supplies run out. Our Free Food Deals hub has more restaurant offers, each with its own terms.
Planning a later holiday visit? See our free Santa photo reservation guide and mini reindeer plush details.
Sources: the official Target event pages and store list, Home Depot’s 2026 workshop calendar, Michaels’ individual class pages, Lakeshore’s November events page, and Bass Pro Shops’ 2026 Santa’s Wonderland announcement. Every event button above links to an official destination. Images are official brand photographs, product previews or event artwork, compressed for faster loading.
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