Deals and freebies tagged for kids and families. 9 sources, linked on each listing. Newest verification Oct 18, 2026.
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:
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:
Phoenix · City of Phoenix · Mailed to Phoenix residents · Birthday Freebies
Phoenix residents with a child aged 4 to 8 can register once, and the child gets a free birthday book in the mail each year through their 8th birthday, with a birthday message from the mayor. Register each child separately. Sign-ups less than 2 weeks before a birthday may not be filled in time.
When: Ongoing
Source: City of Phoenix (Office of the Mayor)Last verified:
Phoenix · Phoenix Zoo · 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 · Kids & Family
With a valid physical or digital Arizona EBT card and matching photo ID, you can buy up to four Phoenix Zoo tickets for $10 each on Tuesdays and Sundays only. The limit is per card, per day, for daytime admission. P-EBT is no longer accepted.
When: Tuesdays & Sundays
Source: Phoenix ZooLast verified:
Phoenix · Phoenix Zoo · 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
$5 off daytime general admission for seniors 60+, military and veterans 18+, students 14+ and active Arizona PK-12 educators. Valid photo ID or cardholder ID is required. Not valid on online or advance tickets and not combinable with other offers.
When: Ongoing
Source: Phoenix ZooLast verified:
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Nationwide · The Home Depot · All Home Depot stores · Events
Free build-it kits for kids 5–12 with an apron, pin and certificate, while supplies last. Register online to hold a spot.
When: First Saturday monthly, 9 a.m.–noon (next: Nov 7, Dump Truck)
Source: The Home DepotLast verified:
Nationwide · The Home Depot · All Home Depot stores · Events
Extra free kids workshop (ages 5–12) on top of the usual first-Saturday series. Tools and materials provided; register to secure a kit.
When: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. while supplies last; registration opens Nov 7
Source: The Home DepotLast verified:
Nationwide · Lowe's · Lowe's stores nationwide · Events
Free hands-on build workshops for kids 4–11 with a free MyLowe's Rewards Kids Club profile, plus badges toward a free tool bag.
When: Monthly, typically the third Saturday; register ahead
Source: Lowe'sLast verified:
Nationwide · Every Kid Outdoors (federal lands) · Online · Kids & Family
U.S. 4th graders can get a free pass for themselves and their families to national parks and other federal lands and waters. Get the pass on the Every Kid Outdoors site; educators can get passes for their classes.
When: Ongoing
Source: Every Kid OutdoorsLast verified:
Nationwide · Chuck E. Cheese · Participating Chuck E. Cheese locations · Kids & Family
Kids who bring a completed Chuck E. Cheese coloring sheet (free to download) get free Play Points with a food purchase, which they can trade for arcade prizes. Participating locations. The free Birthday Club adds gameplay and discounts.
When: Ongoing
Source: Chuck E. CheeseLast verified:
Nationwide · IKEA · IKEA stores with a Swedish Restaurant · Kids & Family
IKEA Family members (free to join) get two free kids' meals with the purchase of one adult entrée at the IKEA Swedish Restaurant, Wednesdays only, through 10/28/26.
When: Wednesdays
Source: IKEALast verified: