Free museum days, discount movies and family fun. 14 sources, linked on each listing. Newest verification Oct 18, 2026.
Phoenix · Arizona Science Center · 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 · Entertainment
Seniors 65 and older get free general admission on the first Sunday of each month. Bring ID.
When: First Sunday of every month
Source: Arizona Science CenterLast verified:
Phoenix · Children's Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034 · Entertainment
Free entry on First Friday nights, first come, first served. Capacity is very limited, so arrive early. The museum skips November 2026 and returns Friday, Dec 4.
When: First Friday of most months, 5–9 p.m. (no November night because of the museum gala; next: Dec 4)
Source: Children's Museum of PhoenixLast verified:
Phoenix · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 · Entertainment
Pay $5, $10, $15 or any amount for garden admission. November programming (10 a.m.–2 p.m.): Harvesting Desert Flavors.
When: Second Tuesday monthly — next Nov 10, 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Source: Desert Botanical GardenLast verified:
Valley-wide · Phoenix Public Library / Act One · Any Phoenix Public Library branch (also Maricopa County Library District) · Entertainment
Check out a Culture Pass with your library card for free general admission for two at places like Phoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum, Desert Botanical Garden and S'edav Va'aki Museum. One pass per family at a time, two per month.
When: During library hours; pass valid 7 days
Source: Phoenix Public LibraryLast verified:
Phoenix · Heard Museum · 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004 · Entertainment
Free admission to all current exhibitions during First Friday events, often with films, artists and family activities.
When: First Friday evenings (next: Nov 6) — check event page for times
Source: Heard MuseumLast verified:
Phoenix · Phoenix Art Museum · 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004 · Entertainment
General admission is pay-what-you-wish on Wednesday evenings and free on First Friday evenings (regular adult admission $23). Special exhibitions may cost extra.
When: Wed 3–8 p.m. (pay what you wish); First Fridays 5–8 p.m. (free)
Source: Phoenix Art MuseumLast verified:
Phoenix · Arizona Science Center · 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 · Entertainment
Through Museums for All, SNAP/TANF EBT cardholders 18+ can buy general admission for $5 for themselves and up to three guests. Bring EBT card and photo ID.
When: Regular daytime hours, purchased onsite
Source: Arizona Science CenterLast verified:
Phoenix · Arizona Science Center · 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 · Entertainment
Use promo code FALLBREAK15 online for 15% off a Discovery Pass (includes SkyCycle, a Dorrance DOME screening and more). Not combinable.
When: Online through Oct 31, 2026
Source: Arizona Science CenterLast verified:
Valley-wide · Harkins Theatres · Participating Harkins theatres · Entertainment
Classic films back on the big screen every Tuesday at 7 p.m., with an encore showing Wednesdays at 1 p.m., at participating Harkins locations.
When: Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; encore Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Source: Harkins TheatresLast verified:
Mesa · Jake's Unlimited · Jake's Unlimited (see site for location) · Entertainment
Discounted Battle Pass when bought online before arrival. Single-day use, not combinable; prices vary by pass and day.
When: Mon–Thu pricing; buy online, redeem by Oct 31, 2026
Source: Jake's UnlimitedLast verified:
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Nationwide · Bank of America · Participating museums in every state · Entertainment
Bank of America, Merrill and Private Bank credit/debit cardholders get one free general admission at participating museums with a photo ID. Special exhibitions are excluded.
When: First full weekend of every month (next: Nov 7–8, 2026)
Source: Bank of AmericaLast verified:
Nationwide · Museums for All (IMLS / ASTC) · 1,600+ participating museums · Entertainment
Show a SNAP EBT card and photo ID for free or reduced admission (usually up to $5) for up to four people at more than 1,600 museums nationwide.
When: Normal operating hours
Source: Museums for AllLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · All NPS sites that charge an entrance fee · Entertainment
Entrance fees are waived at fee-charging national parks. Starting in 2026, free days apply to US citizens and residents only.
When: Oct 27 (Theodore Roosevelt's birthday) and Nov 11 (Veterans Day), 2026
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · AMC Theatres · Participating AMC theatres · Entertainment
Free AMC Stubs members get half off the adult evening base ticket price on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, plus 50% off a small popcorn & drink combo. Premium surcharges and fees still apply.
When: Every Tuesday & Wednesday
Source: AMC TheatresLast verified:
Nationwide · AMC Theatres · Participating AMC, AMC DINE-IN and AMC CLASSIC theatres · Entertainment
Movie tickets for showtimes before 4 p.m. are 20% off the evening ticket price every day at participating AMC theatres nationwide. Applied automatically; premium-format and special-event surcharges may still apply. Not combinable with Stubs Discount Tuesday (lower price honored).
When: Every day, showtimes before 4 p.m.
Source: AMC TheatresLast verified:
Nationwide · Cinemark · Participating Cinemark theatres · Entertainment
Discounted tickets every Tuesday for everyone, with extra savings for free Cinemark Movie Rewards members. Premium formats are adjusted by their upcharge.
When: Every Tuesday (not 11/24, 12/22, 12/29)
Source: CinemarkLast verified:
Nationwide · Regal · Participating Regal theatres · Entertainment
Regal Crown Club members get discounted movie tickets and 50% off popcorn on Tuesdays, plus 25% off candy on Mondays.
When: Tuesdays (25% off candy Mondays)
Source: RegalLast verified: