9 Free Deals for Father's Day 2012

Father's Day
Father's Day

Father's Day is only a few days away. Still trying to figure out what to do for dad this weekend? Check out these deals that are too good to pass up - all available nationwide.

  • This Friday and Saturday, Michaels Craft Stores are welcoming kids to make a Duct Tape wallet or design a t-shirt or tie for their dads.

  • T-Mobile has created a Father's Day promotion offering you the chance to get a 4G smartphone and select broadband devices for free with qualifying plans this Friday and Saturday.


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  • If your pop's a major carnivore, reserve a table at Smith & Wollensky for Sunday. Along with his steak, he'll receive a complimentary sleeve of special-edition golf balls.

  • Make dad feel like a king with a free royal dinner at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament.

  • At IKEA, pop can have a small breakfast on the house on his special day.

  • Treat dad to brunch at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and he'll receive a $25 Dining Card for a future dinner.

  • Denny's want you and your father to have a free Pancake Puppies Sundae. Send him one of its Father's Day e-cards and you'll both receive the discount coupon.


Related: Father's Day Brunch Ideas


  • If you and your dad want to kick back and relax on Sunday, take him on a quick jaunt to a nearby TCBY where he can enjoy a free cup of frozen yogurt.

  • What father wouldn't want the lasting gift of a professional photo of his children? Take your kids to Walmart PictureME Portrait Studio and receive a custom 5 by 7 photo, 4 wallet-sizes, and a mobile upload image for free.

Find even more free activities in your neighborhood by contacting your local museum, zoo, and ballparks. And for more great gift ideas, check out the best kitchen gifts for Dad and our great gift recommendations under $30. Do you have any fantastic Father's Day gift ideas? Let me know in the comments!

- by Christina Peterson

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