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Inside Redbox is reporting that there is a new free Redbox code that is working everywhere: SPNSV9.  It’s good through Dec. 2.

I haven’t tried it.  If you do, please let me know whether it works!

Inside Redbox is reporting that there is a new free Redbox code that is working everywhere: DLLNS26.  No word on how long it is good for.

I haven’t tried it.  If you do, please let me know whether it works!

UPDATE: Nevermind, Redbox just tweeted a code that looks like it will work for everyone: TEGJ6FD.  Enjoy!

It looks like Redbox is doing something different with its free codes this month.  Instead of sending out one code that everyone can use, they are sending separate one-time use codes to each user.  So unfortunately, I won’t be able to share the code this month.

You can sign up here to get the free codes texted to you each month, and/or join the email list to get a free one-night rental.

It’s the first Monday of the month, so it’s time for a free Redbox code!  It is good today only for a one-night rental.  The code is QNGJ7KD. It expires at midnight tonight (October 5).

Bellacara, a beauty products boutique in Old Town Alexandria, is hosting a free mini-facial and skincare consultation event with representatives from Rilastil on Saturday September 19 between 11AM and 3PM.  You must have an appointment, and hurry, because they will go fast!

If you don’t get an appointment this time, sign up for Bellacara’s email list.  They will send you a 15% off coupon and you can stay in the loop on future free events.

Get 50% off tickets to see the Nationals play the Los Angeles Dodgers on September 22-24 with coupon code E-SAVER.  Game time is 7:05PM for all three games.  You can purchase tickets here.

Here are a few free things going on this weekend:

The 7th Annual Alexandria Festival of the Arts takes place on Saturday and Sunday in Old Town.  The show is set up along King Street and features paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, ceramics, and more, and visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artists.  It goes from 10AM to 7PM on Saturday and 10AM to 5PM on Sunday.

The 19th Annual Rosslyn Jazz Festival takes place on Saturday at Gateway Park.  Performances go from 12:30 to 7PM—you can see the lineup and a list of street vendors here.

Know of other free (or cheap) things going on this weekend?  Please share them in the comments.

It’s the first Monday of the month, so it’s time for a free Redbox code!  It is good today only for a one-night rental.  The code is T46T3Q7. It expires at midnight tonight (September 7).

It’s a holiday weekend, so there is a lot of free stuff going on!  Here are a few things you might want to check out:

The 21st Annual DC Blues Festival takes place on Saturday at the Carter Barron Ampitheater at Rock Creek Park.  Performances go from noon to 7:30PM, and there will also be family activities including workshops and an instrument petting zoo.  Admission and parking are free.  Check out the flyer for a list of performers.

Go Bowling!  Bowl.com is trying to break a world record for the most games bowled in one day, and is offering a coupon for a free game at participating centers on September 5.  You can find a location near you here (I saw a bunch in Northern VA); I would call ahead first to make sure your location is participating.

On Monday, head to Herndon for its Labor Day Jazz and Wine Festival.  You can catch live performances from noon to 6PM and sample wines from local Virginia wineries.  Admission is $5 or $15 with wine tasting; kids 12 and under free.

Know of other free (or cheap) things going on this weekend?  Please share them in the comments.

I’ve been remiss in failing to mention this before now, but better late than never, right?  If you’re looking for some great, free end-of-summer (or early fall) entertainment, definitely check out the Shakespeare Theater Company’s free production of The Taming of the Shrew.  It runs through September 12 at Sidney Harmon Hall (610 F St. NW in DC).  I haven’t made it out yet this year, but I’ve been to these productions in the past and they are always top-notch.

You can pick up tickets in person on the day of the performance at the box office at Sidney Harmon Hall.  The staff will begin distributing them two hours before curtain.  Show times vary; check the calendar to see what day/time works best for you.

Full details are here.

Here’s a great offer from the Washington Nationals: in celebration of signing #1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg, the Nationals are offering $1 tickets to the Friday August 21 game against the Milwaukee Brewers.  You can buy tickets here, but they’re based on availability, so act fast!

An additional 1,000 $1 tickets will go on sale at noon at the Nationals Box Office on Friday and will remain on sale no later than 2PM.

Looking for a last-minute weekend trip before school starts?  Virginia is celebrating the 40th Anniversary of its Virginia Is For Lovers campaign with travel bargains throughout the Commonwealth.

There are three types of bargains: 40% off, $40 off, or buy 3 get one free.  Most of the deals are good through the fall.

Get 50% off tickets to the August 18-20 games against the Colorado Rockies with coupon code E-SAVER.  The games all start at 7:05PM and you can buy tickets online.

Here are a few free things going on this weekend:

The Signature Theater in Shirlington, which recently won the 2009 Regional Theater Tony Award, is having its annual open house on Saturday.  It’s a family-friendly day with performances and classes starting at 11:45AM, and closes with a Broadway-style concert on the Plaza at 8:30PM.  Check out the full schedule.

The Ballston Summer Arts & Crafts Market is on Saturday.  Check out pieces from over 70 local artists from 10AM to 4PM, and hear live music from Darcy Nair from noon to 2PM.

On Sunday, between 11AM and 6PM, you can head to Barcroft Park in Arlington for the Ecuadorian Festival, featuring musical performances and authentic Ecuadorian food.

Know of other free (or cheap) things going on this weekend?  Please share them in the comments.

Need a workout break?  NBC4 has the scoop on free workout classes on Fridays at Lucy Activewear stores in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.

It’s time for the free monthly code from Redbox, good today only for a one-night rental.  The code is 27HZ4KT. It expires at midnight tonight (August 3).

The Redskins 2009 Training Camp opens today and eight practices are open to the public, free of charge.  They take place at Redskins Park in Ashburn and start up at 8:30AM every day between today and August 6.  The parking lot opens 90 minutes before the start of the practice, and the gates open an hour before.

Saturday August 8 is Fan Appreciation Day, with drills at 1:30PM and an intra-squad scrimmage at 2PM.

Yes, I know there is a lot of summer left, but this gets me excited for fall!

Here are a few free and (relatively) cheap things to do this weekend:

Rosslyn’s I Love the ’80s film festival continues on Friday night with Short Circuit, one of my favorite movies when I was a kid.  The show starts at dusk at Gateway Park at Lee Highway near Key Bridge, but show up early for ’80s-themed games and prizes.

On Sunday, head to the Gunston Arts Center for the Peruvian Festival of Arlington, which celebrates Peru’s Independence Day.  The festival goes from 11AM to 6PM and features traditional Peruvian dances, music, and cuisine.

And finally, while I realize that this isn’t free, or even up to my usual standards of “cheapness” for this post, I really think that no summer is complete without a trip to Wolf Trap, and this is a great weekend to go.  On Friday night, you can catch The Wizard of Oz on large screens, with the full score performed live by the NSO.  And on Saturday night, you can once again catch the NSO performing the music of John Williams.  Lawn tickets to these performances are $20.  Pack your own picnic, bring a blanket to sit on, and don’t forget bug spray!

Here are a few free things going on this weekend:

On Friday and Saturday night you can catch free movies at the Alexandria Comcast Outdoor Film Festival at Ben Brenman Park.  Gates open at 7PM for picnicking; you can purchase food from local vendors, and portions of the proceeds go to benefit the Greater Washington Boys and Girls Club.  Movies start at dusk: Twilight on Friday night and Kung Fu Panda on Saturday.

Get free admission to a national park on the Park Service’s second National Park Fee-Free  Weekend.  You can see my original post with a few more details here and a list of the parks here.

Catch a free performance by the U.S. Marine Chamber Orchestra on Saturday at the Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Community College.  The show starts at 7:30PM; program notes are here.

Know of other free (or cheap) things going on this weekend?  Please share them in the comments.

There’s a lot going on this weekend.  Here are a few things that you can do for free (or cheap):

If you didn’t get enough fireworks last weekend, head to Oronoco Bay Park on Saturday for Alexandria’s 260th Birthday Celebration.  The festivities start at 4PM with exhibits, activities, and refreshment sales, and fireworks (and performance of 1812 Overture by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra) start at 9:30PM.

On Saturday and Sunday, you can celebrate Reston’s 45th Birthday at the Reston Festival at Reston Town Center.  There is live entertainment starting at noon on three stages as well as arts & crafts, food, and activities for all ages.

If you’re looking for something fun for kids, check out the Sterling Playmakers’ kid-friendly production of Aladdin Jr.  There are shows on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening and a Saturday matinee at Sterling Middle School.  Tickets are $5.35 and can be purchased online.

And for something completely different, on Sunday check out Arlington’s Mongolian Naadam Festival.  This annual Mongolian sports festival features throat singing, cultural dance performances, sporting events for children, and a wresting competition.  It goes from noon to 6PM at the Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center and Park.