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Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
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Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
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Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
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Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services · South Natomas Community Center, 2921 Truxel Road, Sacramento, CA 95833 · Food Pantries
Food for Seniors at South Natomas Community Center: 1st and 3rd Tuesday 9–11 a.m.
When: 1st and 3rd Tuesday 9–11 a.m.
Source: Sacramento Food Bank & Family ServicesLast verified:
Sacramento · Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services · Arcade Church, 3867 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821 · Food Pantries
SFBFS Food for Seniors: USDA 30-pound pre-packed boxes. Age 60+ with income guidelines. Enroll in person with ID/proof of age/address. Arcade Church 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 9–11 a.m.
When: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 9–11 a.m.
Source: Sacramento Food Bank & Family ServicesLast verified:
Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Families who present a SNAP EBT card and photo ID receive free general admission for up to four people per EBT card. Code MUSEUMSFORALL for online reservations.
When: During museum hours Wed–Sun (closed Mon–Tue)
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: Wed–Sun museum hours; Thu until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under are free. Youth 6–17 are $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: During museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8. Free strollers available at admission desk.
When: Museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services · Hart Senior Center, 915 27th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Food for Seniors at Hart Senior Center Midtown: 3rd Wednesday 9:00–10:30 a.m. Age 60+ income guidelines; apply in person with ID.
When: 3rd Wednesday 9–10:30 a.m.
Source: Sacramento Food Bank & Family ServicesLast verified:
Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Families who present a SNAP EBT card and photo ID receive free general admission for up to four people per EBT card. Code MUSEUMSFORALL for online reservations.
When: During museum hours Wed–Sun (closed Mon–Tue)
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: Wed–Sun museum hours; Thu until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under are free. Youth 6–17 are $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: During museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8. Free strollers available at admission desk.
When: Museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Families who present a SNAP EBT card and photo ID receive free general admission for up to four people per EBT card. Code MUSEUMSFORALL for online reservations.
When: During museum hours Wed–Sun (closed Mon–Tue)
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: Wed–Sun museum hours; Thu until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under are free. Youth 6–17 are $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: During museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8. Free strollers available at admission desk.
When: Museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento, CA · Events
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Midtown Association / Marshall Park · James Marshall Park, 915 27th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free community Halloween festival with costumed dog parade, vendors, music, pumpkin activities, and family fun. Free dog registration available.
When: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm on Oct. 31
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum / California Automobile Museum / California Museum · Multiple Sacramento locations · Entertainment
Free general admission for Bank of America cardholders on the first full weekend of every month at participating museums including Crocker Art Museum, California Automobile Museum, and The California Museum.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Families who present a SNAP EBT card and photo ID receive free general admission for up to four people per EBT card. Code MUSEUMSFORALL for online reservations.
When: During museum hours Wed–Sun (closed Mon–Tue)
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Entertainment
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: Wed–Sun museum hours; Thu until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under are free. Youth 6–17 are $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: During museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8. Free strollers available at admission desk.
When: Museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento, CA · Events
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Events
Pay What You Wish Sundays on the third Sunday of each month (Western Health Advantage). Advance registration recommended.
When: Third Sunday of each month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · The Atrium / Old Sacramento · 1020 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Events
Free admission to Spirits of the Season exhibition combining Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions in Historic Old Sacramento.
When: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (through Nov. 1)
Listed on Downtown Sacramento PartnershipLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum / California Automobile Museum / California Museum · Multiple Sacramento locations · Entertainment
Free general admission for Bank of America cardholders on the first full weekend of every month at participating museums including Crocker Art Museum, California Automobile Museum, and The California Museum.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Families who present a SNAP EBT card and photo ID receive free general admission for up to four people per EBT card. Code MUSEUMSFORALL for online reservations.
When: During museum hours Wed–Sun (closed Mon–Tue)
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Entertainment
Pay What You Wish Sundays (sponsored by Western Health Advantage) occur on the third Sunday of each month. Advance registration recommended.
When: Third Sunday of each month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Entertainment
Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Parks / Sacramento Public Library · Check out at any Sacramento Public Library branch; valid at 200+ state parks (e.g., Folsom Lake, Sutter’s Fort area) · Parks & Outdoors
Free vehicle day-use entry (one vehicle up to 9 people or one motorcycle) to over 200 participating California state parks. Borrow the physical pass with any California public library card (free to obtain).
When: Anytime (day-use, space available)
Listed on California State LibraryLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: Wed–Sun museum hours; Thu until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St., Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under are free. Youth 6–17 are $8; seniors and college students $10; adults $15.
When: During museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Kids & Family
Pay What You Wish Sundays (sponsored by Western Health Advantage) on the third Sunday of each month — family-friendly flexible admission. Children ages 5 and under always free. Museums for All: SNAP/EBT free for up to 4. Advance registration recommended.
When: Third Sunday of each month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O St, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Children ages 5 and under free. Youth 6–17 $8. Free strollers available at admission desk.
When: Museum hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Taco Bell · Participating U.S. Taco Bell locations in Sacramento 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:
Sacramento · Chili's Grill & Bar · Participating Chili’s in Sacramento (chilis.com) · Restaurants
My Chili’s Rewards members get free chips & salsa every visit with a $5 minimum purchase. Sign up in the Chili’s app or at chilis.com/register. Confirm your Sacramento Chili’s participates.
When: Every visit for My Chili’s Rewards members; $5 minimum purchase
Source: Chili'sLast verified:
Sacramento · Moe's Southwest Grill · Participating Moe’s in Sacramento (moes.com/locations) · Restaurants
Moe Rewards members get one Kids Meal on us with each qualifying entrée purchase at participating Moe’s (excludes add-ons/taxes/fees; not with other offers). Reward cycles weekly—apply at checkout. Confirm a Sacramento location on moes.com.
When: Weekly Rewards kids-meal reward with qualifying entrée; issued Sat expires Fri (or Sun–Sat per loyalty variant)
Source: Moe's Southwest GrillLast verified:
Sacramento · California State Capitol Museum · Entertainment
California State Capitol Museum and Capitol Park have free admission year-round.
When: Year-round
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Sacramento · Verge Center for the Arts · Entertainment
Listed among Sacramento-area museums and art spaces that always have free admission.
When: Year-round
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O Street · Entertainment
Museums on Us: Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of every month.
When: First full weekend of every month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O Street · Entertainment
Museums for All: SNAP EBT card plus photo ID gets free general admission for up to four people per card. Reservations optional with code MUSEUMSFORALL.
When: During museum hours; Wed–Sun, Thursday until 9 p.m.
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Sacramento History Museum · Entertainment
Museums for All: EBT cardholders receive free admission. Native American tribal members are always free.
When: Ongoing Museums for All
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O Street · Entertainment
Western Health Advantage Pay What You Wish Sundays are the third Sunday of each month. Advance registration is recommended. Regular adult admission is otherwise $15.
When: Third Sunday of each month
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · California Museum · Entertainment
California state employees are free on the fourth Friday of the month.
When: Fourth Friday of the month
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Sacramento · AARP Foundation · Participating Tax-Aide sites in Sacramento metro · Bills & Assistance
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation at sites nationwide.
When: Tax season
Source: AARP FoundationLast verified:
Sacramento · Aerospace Museum of California · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Active-duty military are always free.
When: Ongoing
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Roseville · Maidu Museum & Historic Site · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Native American members are always free, and admission is free for active-duty military.
When: Ongoing
Listed on Sacramento Area MuseumsLast verified:
Sacramento · Baskin-Robbins · Baskin-Robbins shops in Sacramento · Birthday Freebies
Baskin-Robbins Rewards / Birthday Club members can redeem a free birthday treat (typically a small scoop) at participating U.S. shops via the BR App. Create an account, add your birthday, and opt in; confirm current offer in the app.
When: Birthday (Birthday Club / app members)
Source: Baskin-Robbins RewardsLast verified:
Sacramento · Benefits.gov · Nationwide in Sacramento metro · Bills & Assistance
Official U.S. government benefits finder for assistance programs including utility and phone discounts.
When: Ongoing
Source: Benefits.govLast verified:
Sacramento · Capitol Park (California State Capitol Museum) · 1315 10th St, Sacramento, CA 95814 · Parks & Outdoors
Capitol Park remains open daily. Admission to the Capitol is free of charge and open to the public. Official California State Capitol Museum visiting page.
When: Capitol Park remains open daily; museum free weekdays (see site for hours)
Source: California State Capitol MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Chili's Grill & Bar · Participating Chili’s in Sacramento · Birthday Freebies
My Chili’s Rewards members receive a free birthday dessert (expires 10 days after issue). Redeem via app or tabletop device at participating Sacramento Chili’s.
When: Birthday reward; expires 10 days after issue
Source: Chili'sLast verified:
Sacramento · Chili's · Chili's Grill & Bar locations in Sacramento · Birthday Freebies
My Chili's Rewards members receive a birthday reward. Join the free program, add your birthday, and redeem at participating Chili's. Confirm current birthday offer in the Chili's app or account before visiting.
When: Birthday (Rewards members; check app for current birthday offer)
Source: Chili'sLast verified:
Sacramento · CorePower Yoga · CorePower Yoga studios in Sacramento (studio locator) · Fitness
New CorePower Yoga students can activate a Free Week: unlimited studio classes for seven days starting with the first studio class. One-time use; excludes current/former members and prior Free Week users. Book via corepoweryoga.com.
When: New students; book first class via CorePower
Source: CorePower YogaLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum · 216 O Street, Sacramento, CA · Kids & Family
Families with SNAP EBT receive free general admission for up to four people per card with photo ID — Museums for All at Crocker Art Museum.
When: Regular hours
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Crocker Art Museum / City · Across from Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento · Parks & Outdoors
Picnic tables in Crocker Park across the street from the museum noted on the visit page.
When: Daylight
Source: Crocker Art MuseumLast verified:
Sacramento · Dutch Bros · Participating Dutch Bros shops in Sacramento 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:
Sacramento · SacRT RydeFreeRT · 1225 R Street (Customer Service and Sales Center) · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Fare-free transit for all youth in grades TK–12, including students experiencing homelessness or in foster care. Cards are available at school offices and at 1225 R Street.
When: Cards valid June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027
Source: SacRTLast verified: