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Every listing in this directory that costs nothing. 34 sources, linked on each listing.
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Temecula · Luna Grill · 40756 Winchester Road, Suite 210, Temecula, CA 92591 · Restaurants
Club Luna members can redeem a free kids meal (ages 10 and under) with an adult entree, dine-in only, Monday–Thursday. Limit one free kids meal per adult entree and two per check. Excludes the San Diego Airport location.
When: Monday–Thursday, dine-in
Source: Luna GrillLast verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Temecula · Luna Grill · 40756 Winchester Road, Suite 210, Temecula, CA 92591 · Restaurants
Club Luna members can redeem a free kids meal (ages 10 and under) with an adult entree, dine-in only, Monday–Thursday. Limit one free kids meal per adult entree and two per check. Excludes the San Diego Airport location.
When: Monday–Thursday, dine-in
Source: Luna GrillLast verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Temecula · Luna Grill · 40756 Winchester Road, Suite 210, Temecula, CA 92591 · Restaurants
Club Luna members can redeem a free kids meal (ages 10 and under) with an adult entree, dine-in only, Monday–Thursday. Limit one free kids meal per adult entree and two per check. Excludes the San Diego Airport location.
When: Monday–Thursday, dine-in
Source: Luna GrillLast verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Moreno Valley · The Salvation Army Riverside Corps · Food Pantries
Official corps page: the Moreno Valley food pantry operates Wednesday and Friday, 12–3 p.m.
When: Wednesday and Friday, 12–3 p.m.
Source: The Salvation Army Riverside CorpsLast verified:
Riverside · The Salvation Army Riverside Corps · Food Pantries
Official corps page: the Riverside food pantry operates Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
When: Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Source: The Salvation Army Riverside CorpsLast verified:
Temecula · Luna Grill · 40756 Winchester Road, Suite 210, Temecula, CA 92591 · Restaurants
Club Luna members can redeem a free kids meal (ages 10 and under) with an adult entree, dine-in only, Monday–Thursday. Limit one free kids meal per adult entree and two per check. Excludes the San Diego Airport location.
When: Monday–Thursday, dine-in
Source: Luna GrillLast verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Moreno Valley · The Salvation Army Riverside Corps · Food Pantries
Official corps page: the Moreno Valley food pantry operates Wednesday and Friday, 12–3 p.m.
When: Wednesday and Friday, 12–3 p.m.
Source: The Salvation Army Riverside CorpsLast verified:
Riverside · The Salvation Army Riverside Corps · Food Pantries
Official corps page: the Riverside food pantry operates Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
When: Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Source: The Salvation Army Riverside CorpsLast verified:
Riverside · Division 9 Gallery / City of Riverside (Downtown) · Downtown Riverside, Main Street between 10th & 12th Streets / White Park area · Events
Free family-friendly festival with multiple stages of live music (including Voodoo Glow Skulls headlining), dancers, community ofrendas/altars, lucha libre, and more. Expands onto Main Street. Free parking on weekends at downtown meters and city lots.
When: Sat Nov 7, 1–10pm; Sun Nov 8, 11am–7pm
Listed on Raincross Gazette (local reporting of free event details)Last verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Riverside · parkrun · 5000 Tequesquite Ave, Riverside, CA 92506 · Parks & Outdoors
parkrun page: a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k at Ryan Bonaminio Park at the foot of Mt. Rubidoux. Nothing — it's free.
When: Every Saturday at 7:30 a.m.
Source: parkrunLast verified:
San Bernardino · The Rock Church · 2345 S. Waterman Ave., San Bernardino · Food Pantries
County resource list: food distribution Saturdays, 7–8:20 a.m. Phone 909-825-8887.
When: Saturdays, 7–8:20 a.m.
Listed on San Bernardino County Department of Public HealthLast verified:
Riverside · Division 9 Gallery / City of Riverside (Downtown) · Downtown Riverside, Main Street between 10th & 12th Streets / White Park area · Events
Free family-friendly festival with multiple stages of live music (including Voodoo Glow Skulls headlining), dancers, community ofrendas/altars, lucha libre, and more. Expands onto Main Street. Free parking on weekends at downtown meters and city lots.
When: Sat Nov 7, 1–10pm; Sun Nov 8, 11am–7pm
Listed on Raincross Gazette (local reporting of free event details)Last verified:
San Bernardino · Mary’s Mercy Center · 641 Roberds Ave N, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Food Pantries
Hot nutritious lunches served to anyone in need; no ID required. Also offers weekly food bag distribution (Wednesdays except 1st of month, 1:30–3pm) and other support services.
When: Mon–Thu & Sat–Sun 11:30am–1:30pm (except 1st Sunday of the month)
Source: Mary’s Mercy Center official siteLast verified:
Riverside · Taco Bell · Participating U.S. Taco Bell locations in Riverside metro · Fast Food
New Taco Bell Rewards members get a free Welcome Reward: choose a Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco, Beefy 5-Layer Burrito or Soft Taco. Redeemable once, via the app, within 14 days of issuance, while supplies last. Free account required. Participating U.S. locations.
When: Ongoing
Source: Taco BellLast verified:
Rancho Cucamonga · The Habit Burger Grill · 10895 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA · Restaurants
From October 26–November 4, 2026, the first 50 in-person guests at each participating restaurant get one free Gotta Habit Dipping Trio Box during a surprise Habit Hour. No purchase or code. Drive-thru, app, and delivery do not count. UC Riverside and Cal State San Bernardino stores are excluded.
When: Oct 26–Nov 4, 2026; one surprise 60-minute window each day
Listed on Habit Burger & GrillLast verified:
Riverside · Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech · 3425 Mission Inn Ave. and 3581 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501 · Entertainment
Free admission at both museums during Riverside ArtsWalk, the first Thursday of each month, 6–9 p.m. Regular adult admission is $17.95.
When: First Thursday of each month, 6–9 p.m.
Source: Riverside Art MuseumLast verified:
Riverside · Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech · 3425 Mission Inn Ave. and 3581 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501 · Entertainment
Free admission on the first Sunday of each month, noon–5 p.m., annually October through May. Next date is November 1, 2026. One visit covers both museums.
When: First Sunday, 12–5 p.m., October through May
Source: Riverside Art MuseumLast verified:
Riverside · AARP Foundation · Participating Tax-Aide sites in Riverside metro · Bills & Assistance
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation at sites nationwide.
When: Tax season
Source: AARP FoundationLast verified:
Riverside · Benefits.gov · Nationwide in Riverside metro · Bills & Assistance
Official U.S. government benefits finder for assistance programs including utility and phone discounts.
When: Ongoing
Source: Benefits.govLast verified:
Morongo Valley area (San Bernardino County) · Big Morongo Canyon Preserve · Morongo Valley, north of Desert Hot Springs · Parks & Outdoors
Free admission to the preserve with trails, wildlife viewing, and picnic areas. Donations welcomed by Friends of Big Morongo.
When: 7:30 a.m. to dusk, open daily
Listed on San Bernardino County Parks official siteLast verified:
Redlands · San Bernardino County Museum · 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands, CA 92374 · Kids & Family
Children 5 years and under are free. Youth ages 6–12 are $5. Adults are $12. Closed county holidays.
When: Tuesday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Source: San Bernardino County MuseumLast verified:
Riverside · Chipotle · Participating U.S. Chipotle restaurants in Riverside metro · Birthday Freebies
Chipotle Rewards members choose one free birthday reward during their birthday month: chips, guac, queso or a drink. Free rewards account required.
When: Ongoing
Source: ChipotleLast verified:
Riverside · Crumbl · Participating Crumbl bakeries in Riverside metro · Birthday Freebies
Crumbl Rewards members at Silver status or higher (500 Crumbs earned in the year) get a free single dessert voucher to use on their birthday. Not available at the base level, so it takes prior purchases to qualify.
When: Ongoing
Source: CrumblLast verified:
Riverside · Dutch Bros · Participating Dutch Bros shops in Riverside metro · Coffee & Treats
Sign up for Dutch Rewards in the Dutch Bros app and get one free medium drink. New loyalty registrations only; the reward expires 14 days after registration. Members earn 3 points per $1 (250 points = free medium drink).
When: Ongoing
Source: Dutch BrosLast verified:
Riverside · City of Riverside Parks · 2601 Fairmount Blvd, Riverside, CA 92501 · Parks & Outdoors
Large public park with lake, rose garden, picnic areas, and (seasonal) splash pad. Free entry and use of grounds.
When: Open daily
Listed on Local free activities roundup citing public park accessLast verified:
Redlands · A.K. Smiley Public Library · Smiley Park and the Contemporary Club, 173 S. Eureka St., Redlands · Kids & Family
Community Forward Redlands: the celebration is free and open to the public with no admission fee, including a Spanish-language children's story time at 10:05 a.m.
When: Sunday, Nov 1, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Listed on Community Forward RedlandsLast verified:
Riverside · California Citrus State Historic Park · 9400 Dufferin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503 · Kids & Family
State Parks: free grove tours every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 a.m., about 45 minutes, first come. Parking is separate and is not free.
When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 a.m.
Listed on California State ParksLast verified:
Riverside · Museum of Riverside — Heritage House · 8193 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504 · Kids & Family
Museum of Riverside: book a free Heritage House tour. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Open the first Friday after Labor Day through the last Sunday in June.
When: Fri–Sun 12–4 p.m. in season; tours at 12, 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15 p.m.
Source: Museum of RiversideLast verified:
Riverside · Internal Revenue Service · Online at IRS.gov in Riverside metro · Bills & Assistance
File federal taxes free with IRS partner software if your adjusted gross income is $89,000 or less.
When: During filing season
Listed on IRSLast verified:
Riverside · IRS VITA · Participating VITA sites in Riverside metro · Bills & Assistance
Free basic income-tax return preparation for qualified individuals at IRS VITA sites.
When: Tax season
Source: IRSLast verified:
Riverside · Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech · 3425 Mission Inn Ave. and 3581 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501 · Kids & Family
Children 12 and under are free. Adult admission is $17.95. One ticket covers both museums.
When: Wed–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday 12–5 p.m.
Source: Riverside Art MuseumLast verified:
Riverside · La Sierra University World Museum of Natural History · 4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA · Kids & Family
Museum page: admission is free. Weekday visits need a reservation; Saturday 2–5 p.m. does not. Closed Nov 24–28, 2026 and Dec 24–Jan 2.
When: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (reservation); Saturday 2–5 p.m.
Source: La Sierra UniversityLast verified:
Riverside · March Field Air Museum · 22550 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA 92518 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Seniors 62+ are $12, veterans $10, and active duty, active Guard, and active Reserves are free. Adult admission is $18.
When: Tuesday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Source: March Field Air MuseumLast verified:
San Bernardino · Mary's Table · 641 Roberds Ave. N., San Bernardino · Food Pantries
County resource list: meals Monday–Thursday and Saturday–Sunday 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., plus Wednesday grocery distribution 1:30–3 p.m. Phone 909-889-2558.
When: Meals Mon–Thu and Sat–Sun 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; groceries Wednesday 1:30–3 p.m.
Listed on San Bernardino County Department of Public HealthLast verified:
Riverside · City of Riverside Parks · Mount Rubidoux Park, Riverside, CA · Parks & Outdoors
Free public park with hiking trails and panoramic city views. No admission fee.
When: Open daily (sunrise to sunset typical for parks)
Listed on Local free activities roundup citing public park accessLast verified:
Riverside · Nothing Bundt Cakes · Participating Nothing Bundt Cakes bakeries in Riverside metro · Birthday Freebies
Bundtastic Rewards members (free to join) get a free Bundtlet for their birthday, plus a welcome gift when they join.
When: Ongoing
Source: Nothing Bundt CakesLast verified:
Oak Glen · The Wildlands Conservancy · 39611 Oak Glen Road, Building 10, Oak Glen, CA 92399 · Parks & Outdoors
Preserve page: admission free. Programs are offered free of charge. May close for winter hazards.
When: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. November–March; 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. April–October
Source: The Wildlands ConservancyLast verified:
San Bernardino · Omnitrans · 1700 West Fifth Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
K–12 students ride local bus, Freeway Express, and sbX free with a valid student ID. Children 46 inches and under also ride free.
When: Ongoing with a valid student ID
Source: OmnitransLast verified:
Ontario · Ontario Museum of History & Art · 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA 91762 · Kids & Family
City museum site: admission to the museum, its programs, and events is free and open to all.
When: Thu–Fri 12–4 p.m.; Sat–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Source: Ontario Museum of History & ArtLast verified:
Rancho Cucamonga · City of Rancho Cucamonga · Parks & Outdoors
City page: the Pacific Electric Trail is a free public access trail for walking, cycling, and equestrian use. It runs through Rancho Cucamonga toward Claremont and Rialto.
When: Not stated
Source: City of Rancho CucamongaLast verified:
Riverside · Riverside Parks, Recreation and Community Services · 6927 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92506 · Fitness
City page: fitness rooms at Bordwell, Bryant, and Villegas are $3 a day, or free for ages 55+. Monthly is $16, 3 months $48, semi-annual $96. Dales and La Sierra senior centers are free for ages 55+.
When: Register on site; department hours Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Listed on City of RiversideLast verified:
Riverside · Riverside Transit Agency · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
RTA fare page: youth age 18 and under ride free on local and CommuterLink base fares through June 30, 2027. Proper ID is required.
When: Through June 30, 2027
Source: Riverside Transit AgencyLast verified:
Riverside / San Bernardino area · Multi-county trail system · Along the Santa Ana River (multiple access points) · Parks & Outdoors
Multi-use trail complex free to the public for walking, cycling, and recreation.
When: Sunrise to sunset, open daily
Listed on San Bernardino County Parks official siteLast verified:
San Bernardino · San Bernardino County Regional Parks · South Waterman Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408 · Parks & Outdoors
County parks page quotes: this trail creates new opportunities for families to enjoy the outdoors at no cost. Entrance is noted behind the County Hall of Records at 222 W. Hospitality Lane.
When: Hours not listed on the page
Source: San Bernardino County Regional ParksLast verified:
Riverside · Starbucks · Participating Starbucks cafés in Riverside metro · Birthday Freebies
Starbucks Rewards members get a free birthday treat each year (standard menu size; excludes alcohol and multi-serve items). Green members redeem on the birthday only; Gold get 7 days; Reserve get 30 days. You must have made at least one Star-earning purchase before your birthday that year. Participating cafés.
When: Ongoing
Source: StarbucksLast verified:
Riverside · Ameal Moore Nature Center / Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park · 400 Central Ave, Riverside, CA 92507 · Parks & Outdoors
FAQ: entry to the Ameal Moore Nature Center is completely free, and the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park and parking lot are also free.
When: Park opens 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes after sunset; center Thu–Fri 1–5 p.m. and Sat–Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Listed on My Sycamore CanyonLast verified: