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Deals and freebies tagged for kids and families. 7 sources, linked on each listing.
Cleveland · Cleveland Metroparks Zoo · Cleveland Metroparks Zoo · Kids & Family
Family-friendly free Monday entry for Cuyahoga/Hinckley residents (ID). Animals, exhibits; Primate Forest extra.
When: Mondays (exceptions apply)
Source: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo officialLast verified:
Cleveland · Cleveland Metroparks Zoo · 3900 Wildlife Way · Kids & Family
Free zoo admission on Mondays for Cuyahoga County and Hinckley Township residents with ID.
When: Mondays
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Parma · Cuyahoga County Public Library · Multiple branches · Kids & Family
Free after-school meals for school-age children.
When: After school weekdays
Source: Cuyahoga County Public LibraryLast verified:
Brooklyn · The Hooley · Locations in Brooklyn, Mentor, Strongsville · Kids & Family
Two free kids meals with an adult meal purchase. Kids 12 and younger, dine-in only.
When: Mondays
Listed on Northeast Ohio ParentLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Parma · Cuyahoga County Public Library · Multiple branches · Kids & Family
Free after-school meals for school-age children.
When: After school weekdays
Source: Cuyahoga County Public LibraryLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Parma · Cuyahoga County Public Library · Multiple branches · Kids & Family
Free after-school meals for school-age children.
When: After school weekdays
Source: Cuyahoga County Public LibraryLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Parma · Cuyahoga County Public Library · Multiple branches · Kids & Family
Free after-school meals for school-age children.
When: After school weekdays
Source: Cuyahoga County Public LibraryLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Parma · Cuyahoga County Public Library · Multiple branches · Kids & Family
Free after-school meals for school-age children.
When: After school weekdays
Source: Cuyahoga County Public LibraryLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks · Impett Park, Rockefeller Greenhouse, etc. · Kids & Family
Numerous free playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor spaces suitable for families.
When: Daily
Listed on CLE With KidsLast verified:
Avon · Moe’s Southwest Grill · Locations in Avon, Mayfield Heights · Kids & Family
One free kids meal with adult entrée. Kids 12 or younger. In-store only.
When: Sundays
Listed on Northeast Ohio ParentLast verified:
Cleveland · Cleveland Museum of Art · 11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106 · Kids & Family
World-class collection free; hands-on art-making, family activities, and large free atrium. Ideal for all ages.
When: Regular hours Tue–Sun
Source: Cleveland Museum of Art officialLast verified:
Multiple · Cleveland Metroparks · Nature centers · Kids & Family
Sensory bags, adaptive equipment, and inclusive outdoor programs available. Most free.
When: As scheduled
Source: Cleveland Metroparks officialLast verified:
Cleveland metro (18 reservations) · Cleveland Metroparks · Multiple (Rocky River, North Chagrin, Edgewater, etc.) · Kids & Family
Playgrounds, picnic areas, trails, beaches, and open space free for families. Parking free.
When: Daily 6 AM–11 PM
Source: Cleveland Metroparks officialLast verified:
Cleveland · City of Cleveland Parks and Recreation · Various recreation centers · Kids & Family
Free summer programs including sports, camps, arts, and senior activities.
When: June-August
Source: City of ClevelandLast verified:
Cleveland · Multiple restaurants (Perkins, IHOP, Moe’s) · Various locations · Kids & Family
Many restaurants offer free or $2.99 kids meals with adult purchase on certain days or times.
When: Specific days like Tuesdays, Sundays, or daily 4-7pm
Listed on Northeast Ohio ParentLast verified: