Deals and freebies tagged for kids and families. 10 sources, linked on each listing. Newest verification Oct 31, 2026.
Tempe · Chompie's Tempe · 1160 E. University Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 · Restaurants
Kids ages 10 and under get one free kids-menu meal every Tuesday with each adult entrée purchase. Dine-in; Tempe deli at University Drive.
When: Tuesdays, all day (dine-in)
Source: Chompie'sLast verified:
Tempe · Smashburger Tempe (Loop 101 & Elliot) · 2010 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe, AZ 85283 · Restaurants
Kids 12 and under get a free Kids Meal with an adult meal (entrée, side, and drink). In-restaurant only; listed as a participating 2026 location.
When: Wednesdays (in-restaurant)
Source: SmashburgerLast verified:
Tempe · Smashburger Tempe Marketplace · 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Suite 1155, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Restaurants
Kids 12 and under get a free Kids Meal with purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, and drink). In-restaurant only at participating locations, including Tempe Marketplace and Loop 101 & Elliot.
When: Wednesdays (in-restaurant)
Source: SmashburgerLast verified:
Tempe · Tempe Festival of the Arts · Downtown Tempe / Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Large free outdoor arts festival with artists, food and entertainment—easy free family outing in downtown Tempe.
When: December 4–6, 2026
Source: Tempe Festival of the ArtsLast verified:
Tempe · Tempe Festival of the Arts · Downtown Tempe / Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Large free outdoor arts festival with artists, food and entertainment—easy free family outing in downtown Tempe.
When: December 4–6, 2026
Source: Tempe Festival of the ArtsLast verified:
Tempe · Downtown Tempe Authority · Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Free family- and dog-friendly outdoor market with makers, music and snacks on Mill Avenue. Next date Nov 8, 2026.
When: 2nd Sunday in Nov/Jan/Feb/Apr, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Listed on Tempe TourismLast verified:
Tempe · Tempe Festival of the Arts · Downtown Tempe / Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Large free outdoor arts festival with artists, food and entertainment—easy free family outing in downtown Tempe.
When: December 4–6, 2026
Source: Tempe Festival of the ArtsLast verified:
Tempe · YC's Mongolian Grill (Kyrene & Elliot) · 752 W. Elliot Rd., Tempe, AZ 85284 · Restaurants
Kids 12 and under get a bowl with drink, rice, soup and frozen yogurt: $4.99 for ages 5 and under, or 99 cents per year of age for ages 6–12. Seniors 55+ and military also get 10% off any bowl.
When: Daily (ages 12 and under)
Source: YC's Mongolian GrillLast verified:
Tempe · Escalante Multi-Generational Center · 2150 E. Orange St., Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Youth Center (ages 6–5th grade) and Teen Room (6th grade–18) with games, crafts and hangout space. Free facility membership required.
When: Weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends (see center hours)
Listed on City of TempeLast verified:
Tempe · Escalante Community Center · 2150 E. Orange St., Tempe, AZ 85281 · Kids & Family
Free after-school program for enrolled kindergarteners (age 5): homework help, crafts, fitness, snack and social skill activities. Bring photo ID, school enrollment proof and birth certificate; first-come, first-served.
When: School year (register in person)
Listed on City of TempeLast verified:
Tempe · City of Tempe Parks & Recreation · Kiwanis / Esquer / Jaycee / Parque de Soza splash pads, Tempe, AZ · Kids & Family
Four free City of Tempe splash play areas (The Cloud at Kiwanis plus Esquer, Jaycee and Parque de Soza). Open April through October 31; closed Nov 1–March 31.
When: Seasonal Apr–Oct 31 (hours vary by park)
Source: City of TempeLast 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: