It’s Mother’s Day Weekend, which means there are plenty of great free and frugal family fun activities to do! Are you a part of planning something special this weekend? Leave the details in the comments so our readers can check it out!
Here are a few ideas for some frugal family fun this weekend in Northeast Ohio and beyond!
- The Farm at Walnut Creek–FREE admission for moms Saturday, May 9! Lots of fun activities to do, including seeing all the animals and taking a scenic wagon ride. Looks like it’ll be a beautiful weekend to head to Amish country! More details HERE
- Garden Fest at Beech Creek Gardens (near Alliance, OH): So many fun activities planned at Beech Creek this weekend, including wildflower walks, educational exhibits, and much more. Information and directions HERE. Cost is free.
- McKinley Museum & Monument–FREE admission for moms Saturday, May 9! Take mom for a walk down memory lane in the old-fashioned street, or to see the big dinosaur or planetarium show! More details HERE.
- Stan Hywett Hall & Gardens–FREE admission for moms on Sunday, May 10: Bring Mom to the beautiful estate and gardens–a great place to take some Mother’s Day pictures! More info HERE.
- Cleveland Metroparks Zoo–FREE admission for moms on Sunday, May 10: Take Mom to see her favorite mama animals! Details HERE.
- Cleveland Aquarium–FREE admission for moms on Sunday, May 10: Mom would love a trip “Under the Sea” on Mother’s Day! Find out more HERE.
- Amtrak Train Days: Kicking off on May 9, lots of fun train-related activities planned for Amtrak stations across the country. More information and participating locations available HERE.
- Michaels’ Kids’ Club workshops: Saturday morning 10 am-noon, $2 for a 30-minute session. This week: knotted friendship bracelets. Kids can participate while their parents shop. More information HERE.
- FREE Admission to National Public Gardens Friday, May 8: Take mom to some beautiful gardens for Free today. Participating locations HERE.
- Lowes Build and Grow Workshop: Saturday at 10:00 am–build a Mother’s Day planter for free! Check local availability and registration HERE.
- Barnes and Noble: FREE story time with other activities for kids, Saturdays at 11 am at participating locations. Find a store HERE.
- Free Kids’ Fishing Workshop and activities: Saturday and Sunday at participating Bass Pro Shops. More info & participation HERE!
Need some other ideas? Don’t forget to check out:
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Kids Eat Free in Northeast Ohio
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Weekend Restaurant Discounts and Coupons
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Northeast Ohio Staycation Ideas
Thanks to Northeast Ohio Family Fun and More with Less Today for some of these ideas!