Weekly Contest & Sweepstakes Roundup (Ending February 23 - March 31, 2026)

By Jessica Martinez ·

Win $5,000 cash from HGTV, a year of free Huggies diapers, a complete $5,400 nursery bundle from Enfamil, and more! I found and verified 9 legitimate contests ending between now and June 2026. All from reputable brands, no scams.

Okay you guys, I've been hunting down the best legitimate contests and sweepstakes this week, and there are some GOOD ones! I'm talking $5,000 cash prizes, free diapers for a year, and even a custom goalie mask (IYKYK).

Real talk: I only include contests from reputable companies that I've verified are actually running. No sketchy "win an iPad" pop-ups here. Just real prizes from real brands.

💰 Cash Prizes (The Good Stuff)

1. HGTV Styled For Spring Giveaway — Win $5,000 Cash

  • Prize: $5,000 check
  • Deadline: April 8, 2026 at 8:59 AM ET
  • How to enter: Daily entry at HGTV.com AND you can also enter at TLC.com for double chances
  • Eligibility: 21+, US residents including DC
  • My take: HGTV sweepstakes are legit and they actually pay out. The daily entry option means more chances to win!

2. HGTV Dream Big Giveaway — Another $5,000

  • Prize: $5,000 check
  • Deadline: March 26, 2026 at 8:59 PM ET
  • How to enter: Daily entries on both HGTV.com and TLC.com
  • Eligibility: 21+, US residents including DC
  • My take: Same setup as the Styled for Spring giveaway but ends sooner. Enter both!

3. Food Network Magazine Name This Dish Contest — Win $500

  • Prizes: Grand prize $500 cash, plus 3 winners get $50 each
  • How to enter: Come up with a clever name for the featured dish (currently St. Patrick's Day chocolate bark) and email it to namethisdish@hearst.com
  • My take: This is a skill contest (judged on creativity), not random drawing. If you're good with puns and food names, your odds might actually be better than random sweepstakes!

👶 Baby & Family Prizes

4. Enfamil Dream Nursery Giveaway — $5,400+ Prize

  • Prize: Complete nursery OR toddler room bundle (you choose!)
  • What's included: Bondi Cane 3-in-1 convertible crib OR twin bed, 6-drawer dresser, glider recliner, organic crib mattress, washable rug, storage baskets, cloud lamp, bedding package, and more
  • Deadline: March 31, 2026
  • Winners: 2 winners selected
  • How to enter: Join or sign in at enfamil.com/giveaways
  • My take: This is HUGE if you're expecting or have a toddler moving to a big kid bed. The crib alone retails for like $800. From a legit baby brand I've used with both my kids.

5. Huggies "A Year of Diapers" Sweepstakes — $900 Value

  • Prize: One year of Huggies Skin Essentials diapers (~$900 retail value)
  • Deadline: June 30, 2026
  • How to enter: Enter at huggies.com — one entry per drawing period
  • Eligibility: Expecting parents OR parents/guardians of children under age 3
  • Bonus: Get 5 additional entries when you provide your phone number and opt into texts
  • My take: Diapers are EXPENSIVE. A year free would save serious money. From Kimberly-Clark, totally legit company.

🏒 Sports & Experience Prizes

6. Dallas Stars Lay's Sweepstakes

  • Prize: Game day tickets + pregame experience + autographed jersey
  • Deadline: February 28, 2026
  • How to enter: Text "LaysStars" to 23955
  • My take: If you're a hockey fan in Texas (or willing to travel), this is a sweet package. The autographed jersey alone is worth entering for.

7. Dallas Stars "Whata Fan of the Year" Contest

  • Prize: Stars tickets, VIP experience, Whataburger merch, AND a one-of-a-kind custom Dallas Stars x Whataburger goalie mask
  • Deadline: March 27, 2026
  • How to enter: Submit a photo or video showing how you demonstrate your love for Whataburger and Texas Hockey
  • Eligibility: DFW area residents
  • My take: That goalie mask is a legit collector's item. If you're local and creative, this is a fun one!

8. Dallas Stars Yuengling FLIGHT Sweepstakes

  • Prize: Trip for 2 to Philadelphia to see Stars vs. Flyers on March 29 — includes airfare, hotel, and game tickets
  • How to enter: Online entry form at the Stars website
  • My take: Road trip + hockey + free travel? Yes please.

🎁 Instant Win Games (Immediate Gratification)

9. Coca-Cola "Shoot and Score" Instant Win

  • Prizes: 301 total winners — tailgate prize packs including chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and grills
  • Deadline: April 6, 2026
  • How to enter: Daily entries at the Coca-Cola website
  • My take: Instant wins are fun because you know immediately if you won. 301 prizes means decent odds!

📝 My Sweepstakes Strategy

I've been entering sweepstakes for years (it's like the lottery but free). Here's what actually works:

  1. Use a separate email address — Contest emails will flood your inbox. Create a dedicated Gmail just for entries.
  2. Set daily reminders — For daily entry contests, set a phone reminder so you don't miss days.
  3. Read the rules — Some contests limit entries per household, not per person. Know before you enter.
  4. Don't pay to enter — Legit sweepstakes never require payment. If they ask for money, it's a scam.
  5. Enter skill contests too — Judged contests (like the Food Network one) often have fewer entries than random drawings.

What Would You Do With $5,000?

Honestly, if I won the HGTV giveaway, I'd probably put it toward nursery furniture for baby #3. That Enfamil giveaway is basically a complete nursery setup though — so maybe I'd use the cash for a babymoon instead?

Drop a comment and let me know which contest you're most excited about! And if you win ANYTHING from this list, come back and tell me. I love a good winner story!

Good luck everyone! 🍀

*This post contains no affiliate links — just sharing opportunities I found. Always read the official rules before entering any contest. I verified all deadlines and details on February 16, 2026, but rules can change — double-check before you enter!