06/18/2026
🚨🚨SCHOOL IS OUT🚨🚨 Get those kids out the house this summer for FREE OR CHEAP‼️‼️
🍿ENTERTAINMENT🍿
🎬 1. Regal Cinemas – Summer Movie Express: $1 tickets for family-friendly films every Tuesday and Wednesday at 11 a.m. from June 10 through August 6.
2. Cinemark – Summer Movie Clubhouse: Select children’s movies for just $1.75 per ticket from June 7 through August.
3. AMC Theatres – 50% Off Wednesdays: Starting July 9, AMC Stubs members receive half-off evening base-priced tickets every Wednesday.
4. Kids Bowl Free Program: Children can bowl two free games daily all summer long at participating bowling centers.
5. Chuck E. Cheese offers a Fun Pass Membership with three tiers:
• Bronze: $7.99/month for 40 games per visit and 20% off most food and drinks.
• Silver: $11.99/month for 100 games per visit and 30% off.
• Gold: $29.99/month for 250 games per visit and 50% off.
6. Local Libraries: Many offer free summer reading programs with incentives and activities for kids.
7. Community Parks: Check for organized sports and recreational activities like soccer, baseball, or running clubs that are often free.
8. Outdoor Movie Nights: Look for free screenings in local parks; families can bring blankets and snacks.
9. Art in the Park: Free community art programs for kids, often hosted by local artists.
🍔PLACES TO EAT🍔 (make sure your location is participating)
1. Red Robin: Kids’ meals are 50% off every Wednesday with the code KIDSMEAL50 for dine-in or online orders.
2. Chili’s: My Chili’s Rewards members receive periodic free kids’ meal offers with the purchase of an adult entrée.
3. Denny’s: Many locations offer free kids’ meals on Tuesdays from 4–10 PM with the purchase of an adult entrée.
4. Bob Evans: Kids eat free on Tuesdays after 4 PM with the purchase of an adult entrée.
5. Smashburger: Kids eat free on Wednesdays with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, and drink).
6. IKEA: IKEA Family members receive two free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée at participating locations.
7. Luby’s: Kids 10 and under eat free on Wednesdays and Saturdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
8. Ruby Tuesday: Kids eat free after 5 PM on Tuesdays and all day on Fridays with the purchase of an adult entrée.
9. Moe’s Southwest Grill: Kids eat free all day on Sundays with the purchase of an adult entrée.
10. Piccadilly: Kids 12 and under enjoy meals for $1.99 on Thursdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
11. Logan’s Roadhouse: Kids 10 and under eat free on Wednesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.
12. Moe’s BBQ: Kids eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
13. Texas Roadhouse: Offers $0.99 kids’ meals on Mondays.
14. Chick-fil-A: Select locations offer a free kids’ meal per adult combo meal on Tuesdays from 5:30–7:30 PM.
15. Huddle House: One free kids meal per adult entrée purchase of $6 or more, available on Mondays or Tuesdays.
16. Steak ‘n Shake: Kids eat free every day with every $9 spent.
17. Panera Bread: Kids eat free on Sundays with the purchase of an adult meal (participation may vary).
BE SURE TO CHECK OTHER LOCAL LOCATIONS
🏠LOCAL🏠
💦 Splash Pads
🎬 Free Movies in the Park
🧩 Discovery/Children’s Museums (EBT/SNAP discounted)
🗿 Museums for All: Provides free or reduced admission to over 1,400 museums nationwide for families receiving SNAP benefits.
🗿 Blue Star Museums: Offers free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families from May 17 to August 31, 2025.
🐾 Local Farms: Many offer free or low-cost tours, petting zoos, and fruit-picking opportunities for families.
🦁🐯 Zoo: Free every first Tuesday of the month (EBT/SNAP/WIC discounted).
🎨 Art Walks: Local galleries may offer free entry on certain days or evenings, featuring children's art events and workshops.
🎭 Theater Workshops: Check for local community theaters offering free workshops for youth to learn acting, dance, and stagecraft.
🚴 Bicycle Rentals: Visit local bike shops; some offer free kids' bike rentals for families riding together on designated days.
