Mother’s Day 2012 Deals and Freebies

National Deals

Store Events/Freebies

Bath & Body Works
Send a friend a Mother’s Day card on Bath & Body Works’s Facebook page and they’ll get a coupon for a free signature collection travel size item (a $6 value). Find a Bath & Body Works location near you.

Brunswick Zone
Moms bowl free at Brunswick Zone on Mother’s Day – one free game of bowling with each paid game when accompanied by their child paying regular price, no coupon necessary. Shoe rental not included. Find a Brunswick Zone location near you.

Lakeshore Learning
Kids can make a free handprint keepsake craft for Mom at Lakeshore Learning on Saturday from 11am-3pm. Find a Lakeshore Learning location near you.

Lowe’s
Kids can build a free Picture Frame Planter at Lowe’s and then personalize it with photos for Mom. The Build & Grow Workshops is on Saturday from 10-11am, and kids will also receive a free apron, googles, and patch for participating. Find a Lowe’s location near you.

Michaels
Michaels has several craft events going on this weekend (some free, some free-with-purchase). Find a Michaels location near you.

• Mother’s Day Flower Clip: May 11 from 6-8pm, free with purchase of flower clip
• Mother’s Day Apron and T-Shirt: May 12 from 10am-12pm, free with purchase of T-shirt or apron
• Mother’s Day Button: May 12 from 12-2pm, free while supplies last

Pottery Barn Kids
Mothers and grandmothers are invited to join Pottery Barn Kids for a special Mother’s Day Doll Tea Party on Saturday, May 12 at 3pm or 4pm along with their child/grandchild. Bring a favorite doll or teddy bear for an afternoon of refreshments, stories and more. The event is free, but reservations are required. Find a Pottery Barn Kids location near you.

Printable Mother’s Day Cards
About.com has compiled a list of 15 free printable Mother’s Day cards that you can just print and send.

Redbox
Send a Mother’s Day movie night to one or more friends on Facebook and you’ll get a code for a free Redbox DVD rental good on Mother’s Day only. Find a Redbox location near you.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
All moms jump free at Sky Zone on Mother’s Day with purchase of any one hour jump pass (walk-in purchases only). Note that this offer may only be available at the Sky Zone Minneapolis location. Find a Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park location near you. (Thanks, Amy!)

Restaurant Deals

Bakers Square
Mom gets a free slice of pie at Bakers Square with any adult purchase on Mother’s Day, no coupon needed. Find a Bakers Square location near you.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s
Moms eat free on Mother’s Day at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s with purchase of an entree of equal or greater value (up to a $10 value). Find a Beef ‘O’ Brady’s location near you.

Caribou Coffee
Get a buy one, get one free deal on Mother’s Day at Caribou Coffee when you print this coupon or show it on your smartphone. Find a Caribou Coffee location near you.

Champps Americana
Moms that come in to Champps Americana during Mother’s Day weekend (Friday-Sunday) will receive a card loaded with $10 off a $25 purchase on the first of every month while supplies last. Find a Champps Americana location near you.

Denny’s
Send Mom a Denny’s e-Card via Facebook and you’ll both receive a coupon for a free skillet cookie a la mode with purchase of two entrees. Find a Denny’s location near you.

Hooters
This Mother’s Day, all moms receive 10 free boneless wings at Hooters (there is an additional charge for dressing). Find a Hooters location near you.

IKEA
Treat Mom to a free small breakfast at IKEA of scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes and a cup of coffee on Mother’s Day from open until 11am. Limit one per family. Find an IKEA location near you.

Ruby Tuesday
Bring Mom to dine at Ruby Tuesday on Mother’s Day and she’ll receive a voucher for a free Ruby Tuesday Simply Fresh Cookbook while supplies last. You can make your reservation online in advance. Find a Ruby Tuesday location near you.

TCBY
TCBY is giving away free yogurt for Mom at participating locations on Mother’s Day. Find a TCBY location near you.

Local Deals

Recreation Deals

Diana: A Celebration at the Mall of America
Treat your mom with two VIP tickets to Diana: A Celebration for $35 (not including service fees) when you order through Ticketmaster.

Gibbs Museum
Mothers enter the Gibbs Museum in St. Paul for free on Saturday, May 12 from 10am-2pm for the Spring Whimsy event when accompanied by a child. Weave a May basket, make a head wreath with real flowers, and sample yummy treats. Tickets are $10/adult, $9/senior, $7/child.

Great Clips IMAX Theater
Moms get in free to the Great Clips IMAX Theater at the Minnesota Zoo this Saturday and Sunday (with a paid admission by someone else in the party).

The Landmark Center
The Landmark Center in St. Paul hosts the free St. Paul Civic Symphony’s Annual Mother’s Day Concert: “A Journey to Paris” at 1pm. Come hear music by composers who journeyed to Paris in search of inspiration and professional success.

Mill City Museum
Mill City Museum in Minneapolis offers free admission to all moms on Mother’s Day with paid child admission. Ride on the Flour Tower, enjoy a treat in the Baking Lab, shop in the gift store and have lunch in the Museum Cafe. Tickets are $11/adult, $9/senior and student, $6/child.

Minnesota Children’s Museum
Moms receive free admission to the Minnesota Children’s Museum in St. Paul all day (9am-5pm) on Mother’s Day.

Minnesota History Center
Admission is free all day (10am-5pm) at the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul on Saturday, May 12 (not just for moms) in honor of Minnesota Museums Month. Celebrate The Foundation of Our Nation Family Day from 12-4pm with an afternoon of family activities.

Minnesota Twins
The first 10,000 female fans at the Twins vs. Blue Jays game on Sunday, May 13 at 1:10pm receive a free Mother’s Day fashion scarf presented by Pepsi.

Minnesota Zoo
Moms get in free to the Minnesota Zoo on Saturday and Sunday during the Macy’s Mother’s Day Weekend celebration.

Oliver H. Kelley Farm
Moms are admitted free to the Oliver H. Kelley Farm in Elk River on Saturday and Sunday when accompanied by a child of any age. Explore the Kelley Farm as it springs to life on Mother’s Day with various family activities. Tickets are $9/adult, $7 senior and student, $6/child.

Science Museum of Minnesota
Enjoy a special Mother’s Day Brunch at the Elements Cafe at the Science Museum of Minnesota on Mother’s Day (seatings available at 10am, 12pm and 2pm), then check out the museum for free. Tickets are $25.95/adult, $19.95/seniors, $11.95/kids 6-12, $9.95/kids 4-5. Reserve your spot by calling 651.292.0034 ext. 11. View a menu here.

Restaurant Deals

Axel’s Bonfire
Axel’s Bonfire is serving a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet from 9am-2:30pm. Cost is $25.95/adult, $11.95/child and free for children 5 and under. All children are free from 9-10am for the Early Bird Special. Reservations are requested.

D’Amico and Sons
Moms eat free on Mother’s Day at D’Amico and Sons when dining with their children and with the purchase of one whole salad, sandwich, pasta, pizza or entree. This offer is valid at seven Minnesota D’Amico and Sons locations (and one in Florida).

Dunn Bros Coffee
Get a buy 1, get 1 free deal on any Dunn Brothers beverage with this printable coupon on Sunday at most Dunn Bros locations.

The Lookout Bar & Grill
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch at The Lookout Bar & Grill in Maple Grove from 10am-3pm. Cost is $16.95/adult and $6.95/child 10 and under. Reservations are recommended. Other Mother’s Day specials will be served after 3pm.

Pizza Luce
Bring Mom to Pizza Luce on Mother’s Day and her first drink is free. Pizza Luce has locations in Duluth, Hopkins, Minneapolis and St. Paul.