Category: Family

Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2024

Home Depot Kids Workshop are free “How-To” clinics designed for children ages 5-12. The workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month between 9 am and 12 noon at all Home Depot stores.

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Why We Love the Home Depot Kids Workshops

There are so many reasons why we recommend the Home Depot Kids Workshops but here are just a few.

  1. Workshops are free and no need to reserve a spot in advance.
  2. The projects are quick and easy, plus a different project each month.
  3. All the materials are there at the Home Depot event.
  4. This is a really fun parent and child activity.
  5. The workshops are a great foundation for working with tools.
  6. The dates are always the same. First Saturday of the month, plus the Saturday after Thanksgiving, which is great if you have family in town.

Did you know that workshops, craft sessions, and cooking classes at local stores are a great way for your child to learn something new and have fun at the same time? Find other store events in the Bay area on our Store Events page.

If you can’t make the date, or find your kids outgrowing the workshop events, visit HomeDepot.com for more projects and DIY gift ideas that you can do at home.

Home Depot Kids Workshop Dates for 2024

January 6, 2024: Delivery Truck
February 3, 2024: Valentine’s Basket
March 2, 2024: Butterfly House
April 6, 2024: Lattice Planter
May 4, 2024: Bloomin Picture Frame
June 1, 2024: Grill Gift card Box
July 6, 2024: Soccer Game
August 3, 2024: Whiteboard
September 7, 2024: Field Goal Game
October 5, 2024: Fire Rescue Truck
November 2, 2024: Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe
November 30, 2024: Cocoa Ornament
December 7, 2024: Holiday Snow Globe
January 4, 2025: Piggy Bank

What to Expect at a Home Depot Kids Workshop?

The Home Depot kids workshops are drop-in events. You can reserve a spot, but it is not mandatory. All materials are “while supplies last.”

Kids get a miniature Home Depot apron and a kit with instructions for the monthly workshop project. All the tools such as hammers, nails, paint, glue, and brushes are there at the Home Depot on communal tables.

After the project is completed, take the project to a Home Depot workshop ‘helper’ and your child will receive a pin (for their apron) and a certificate.

Have fun!

Rain or shine – no reservations needed. Click here to locate a Home Depot near you.

General Rules for Store Events: Minimum age for participation is 3 years. Event limited based on store capacity. Parents must stay with their child. Event is subject to change or cancellation without notice. While supplies last.

Free Home Depot Do It Yourself Workshops for Adults 

Even if you don’t have kids, Home Depot has something for you!  Every month Home Depot has DIY classes for adults.  Free DIY classes for adults!!  Click on this link to find the Home Depot and workshops offered.

2022 National Cinema Day

National days can be fun to celebrate, but saving money is even more fun. For one day, theaters are offering all movies in all formats for $3. The ticket price does not include ticket fees. Enjoy!

Bay Area Theaters

We’ve confirmed these theaters are participating:

Cinemark
Regal
Cinelux
AMC
Maya Cinemas
Chabot
Vogue Theatre in SF
Marina Theatre in SF
Presidio Theatre in SF
Balboa Theatre in SF (Balboa at 38th) has $3 tickets for all screenings other than “The Room.

Check with your local theater to confirm participation.

Cinema Day Concession Special Deals

Cinelux Specials:
$5 Combo Small Popcorn and Drink

Cinemark Specials:
$3 Medium ICEE or Fountain Drink Beverage
$3 Candy
$3 Small Popcorn or upsize to large for $1 more.

Prices do not include applicable taxes and fees.

Monster Jam | SAP Center 2022

Monster Jam starring the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam trucks! The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over – OR smash through. These colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old.

Monster Jam drivers push these perfectly engineered Monster Jam trucks to their limits in Freestyle, “2-Wheel Skills” and Racing competitions that promise to put families on the edge of their seats in this unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable event!

Ticket prices (both adults and kids): $20. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com.

Monster Jam Events in San Jose

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Monster Jam Pit Party – Just $20

Don’t forget the Party in Pits before the events. The Monster Jam Pit Party provides unprecedented access to the Monster Jam trucks and drivers. This unique experience in the world of motorsports gives you access to see the trucks up close, take pictures, meet the drivers and get their autographs. Arrive early as drivers will depart the Pit Party 30 minutes prior to end time and autographs are not guaranteed. The Pit Party Pass be accompanied by a same-day event ticket. Add the Pit Party Pass OR the Pit Party Early Access Pass at the end of your ticket order.

Ticket prices (both adults and kids): $20 Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com.

Monster Jam Winner’s Circle & Greet

Courtesy Monster Jam
  • Spend some time after the event at the Winner’s Circle Post Event Meet and Greet.
  • Special VIP Meet and Greet space at SAP Center.
  • Chance to talk with the drivers, take photos and get autographs.

Ticket prices (both adults and kids): $40 Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com

2022 Guide to Bay Area County Fairs

County fair season in the Bay Area includes 15 (count them) county fairs and a season that begins in May and runs through September. If we’ve missed an event, let us know!

Alameda County Fair: Pleasanton: June 17 – July 10

Cloverdale Citrus Fair: Cloverdale: April 21 – April 24

Contra Costa County Fair: Antioch: May 12 – May 15

Kings Fair: Hanford: June 9 – June 12

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Fair Trivia: The California State Fair in Sacramento is the only state fair that has its own monorail. The monorail only runs for two weeks every year.
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Marin County Fair & Exposition: San Rafael: June 30 – July 4

Merced County Spring Fair: Los Banos: April 27 – May 1

Monterey County Fair: Monterey: September 1 – September 5

Napa County Fair & Fiesta: Calistoga: August 11 – August 14

Napa Valley Exposition: Napa: August 11 – August 14

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Fair Trivia: Every year, visitors at the Minnesota State Fair eat 500,000 corndogs.
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Salinas Valley Fair: King City: May 12 – May 15

San Mateo County Fair: San Mateo: June 4 – June 12

Santa Clara County Fair: San Jose: July 27 – August 7

Santa Cruz County Fair: Watsonville: September 14 – September 18

Solano County Fair: Vallejo: June 16 – June 19

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Fair Trivia: Dr. William Morrison introduced “Fairy Floss” at St. Louis World’s Fair.  We know it now as Cotton Candy.
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Sonoma County Fair: Santa Rosa: August 4 – August 14

Sonoma-Marin Fair: Petaluma: June 22 – June 26

Looking for more county fairs? Check out our post listing all of the county fairs and expos at Guide to California County Fairs (plus the California State Fair).

2021 Christmas in the Park | Downtown San Jose

A much beloved holiday tradition in San Jose that takes place in downtown across the street from the Tech Museum and the Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown Ice.

Enjoy free entertainment, holiday displays and Christmas trees decorated by community groups and businesses in the area. Highlights include free pictures with Santa and entertainment every night.

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 to Sun, Jan 2, 2022 | Noon to midnight.

Cost: Free!  But bring cash for hot chocolate and other goodies, plus WinterWonderland.

Christmas in the Park at Downtown San Jose

Christmas in the Park is across the street from the Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown San Jose outdoor ice rink and The Tech Interactive.

Visits with Santa

Santa visits are free, so be sure to bring your own camera for picture opportunities.  Santa’s area will be a festive, outdoor setting located near the park’s North end.

Dates/Times
November 26 – December 24, 2021
Check the Christmas in Park calendar for daily times.  Santa is scheduled to hang out every day from 6:30 pm – 9 pm.

Santa is vaccinated, but will be practicing social distancing per county recommendations. Masks are not required, but are recommended.
More information [LINK]

Movie Nights

Come to the park each Saturday night for Family Movie Night. All movies start at 6 pm.
Christmas in the Park at Downtown San Jose Movie Nights

Zoom Santa

This is a free experience offered by Christmas in the Park and Zoom Santa. Dates and times available from November 27 – December 23, 2021
RSVP/More Information [LINK]

Blinky’s Holiday Hunt

Blinky’s Holiday Hunt is an on-site scavenger hunt through Christmas in the Park.

Locate the items around the park, complete the form and you will be entered to win a prize package.  More details at Christmas in the Park [LINK]

View our complete holiday calendar of special family events, Santa visits, Nutcracker ballets and more at CelebrateFamily.us Holidays [LINK]