Looking for fun activities for your kid without breaking the bank? We’ve got great news! For the rest of April, enjoy amazing freebies such as free workshops, free restaurant offers, and other great surprises. But don’t wait too long – some of these offers won’t stick around for a while! Scroll down to check them out, plus see more deals on free kids’ meals here!
Kids Freebies in May 2026
FREE Flower Bouquet Kids Event for Mother’s Day at JCPenney
JCPenney stores are back with their fun and free Kids’ Zone Craft Event! Every second Saturday of the month, kids get the chance to create something cool and take home goodies like a craft, an ID badge, a lanyard, and a collector’s pin. After completing six crafts, parents will get a 10% off coupon!
On May 9th, from 11 am – noon local time, kids can have fun making a Flower Bouquet for Mother’s Day! This craft includes all the supplies necessary to complete the craft. Combine it with other JCPenney coupons for even more savings. Don’t miss out on this fun and rewarding experience – search for the nearest store here!
FREE Garden Basket Kids Workshop at Lowe’s
Calling all parents and young DIY enthusiasts! Lowe’s has exciting and educational monthly workshops and events for your kids to unleash their creativity and acquire new skills!
On May 16th, from 10 am, Lowe’s is presenting another exciting free workshop event. Kids will have a blast building and decorating their own garden basket – a fantastic hands-on experience! Remember to secure your spot by registering now!
Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity for family fun and learning! Also, you can check out all the upcoming free workshops for 2026 here!
FREE Mother’s Day Plant-a-Pot Kids Event at Fleet Farm
Looking for a fun activity? On May 9th, from 9 am to noon, Fleet Farm is celebrating Mother’s Day by hosting a free plant-a-pot event! This is the perfect way for kiddos to surprise their moms with something handmade. Be sure to arrive early because supplies are limited. Don’t miss it – click here to find the closest store!
FREE Kids Ocean Discovery Event at Lakeshore Learning
Lakeshore Learning is hosting a fun event featuring kid-favorite crafting material, Magic Stix markers! On May 16th from 11 am to 3 pm, join their Garden Wonders Event where kids can decorate and take home a potted paper plant, whereas May 30th is reserved for a butterfly bookmark. No reservations are needed; this is a walk-in event held at all locations. Parents and guardians might win a $100 e-gift card just by checking in when they arrive. Browse all Lakeshore Learning event locations here.
FREE Goalie Game Workshop Event at Home Depot
Looking for a fun event for your kiddo? Home Depot is offering an exciting kids’ workshop every first Saturday of the month, providing children ages 5 to 12 with the chance to craft wooden creations. While these workshops are tailored to this age group, kids of all ages are welcome to participate.
On May 6th from 9 am to 12 pm, kids get a goalie game build kit for free to work on in-store! To register, simply head over here, find the âIn-Store Kids’ Workshopâ section, and sign up. With limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis, make sure to register early to secure your child’s spot. Kids will receive a certificate of achievement at the end and a commemorative pin to put on their aprons. Register for this kids’ workshop now!
FREE National Parks Admission
National Park Service is offering a free entrance day to national parks! Their yearly calendar of free entrance days is carefully chosen days span across different seasons, offering Americans budget-friendly vacation possibilities. Normally, gaining access to any of the 63 national parks can range from $10 to $35. Check out the parks that are participating in this event!
Note that the National Parks have changes to Entrance Fees and Passes in 2026. See them below:
- America the Beautiful passes will cover entrance fees for up to two motorcycles.
- A new America the Beautiful pass for nonresidents of the US will be available for $250.
- Entrance fee free days will only apply to US citizens and residents.
- The following parks will have a nonresident fee of $100 for each person (16 and over) who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Barnes & Noble Saturday Story Time Event
On Saturdays at 11 am, go to your local Barnes & Noble store, where they are hosting a free Story Time Event. They read 2-3 books with different themes and characters. Find a store nearby here!
FREE Bowling for Kids
Looking for a way to keep your little ones entertained this summer without breaking the bank? Look no further than the fantastic Kids Bowl for Free Program! Since 2007, it has given over 40 million kids the chance to enjoy two free games of bowling every single day during the spring and summer months.
Now kids can get two free games of bowling per day over summer! Head over here to register, and your kids are now ready to bowl free through August 28th. Check your location and dates here.
This program is all about giving back to the community and providing a safe and fun activity for children of all ages. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your kids and create some lasting summer memories.
FREE 2026 Passes for Preschoolers
Wild Adventures is also offering a free Pre-K Kid’s Season Pass (ages 3 to 5). To take advantage of this offer, you need to register online first. Then, activate your Pre-K FREE Kid’s Season Pass through May 25th at the Park Kidâs Pass Redemption Center. Just bring their birth certificate or age-verifying ID. Once activated, they can enjoy exploring Wild Adventures for free for the whole year!
FREE LEGO Magazine Subscription
Have LEGO fans in your family? Sign them up for a FREE LEGO Life Magazine Subscription! They are full of comics, activities, posters, and are great for kids ages 5-9! All delivered right to your door 5 times a year for FREE – No renewal or payment ever required.
Here’s What To Do:
- Click Here for LEGO
- Enter your email address
- Check your email for your activation code
- Add code and complete registration
FREE Nintendo Events
Looking for fun events for your kiddo? Your little ones can celebrate MAR10 Day, with Mario, one of the most iconic gaming characters! Check out the list of some of the many fun Nintendo events and deals that are happening:
At GameStop NYC, the best-dressed Mario will have a chance to win a free Nintendo Switch 2! See more info here!- Through May 31st, you have a chance to win a 2-night trip for four to Universal Orlando Resort to experience Super Nintendo World. Enter here for a chance to win!
Through March 25th, join the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Community Challenge and earn 310 My Nintendo Platinum Points.
Kids Eat FREE at IHOP
Head over to IHOP, where your little ones can now eat for free! Kids eat free special is back at IHOP for a limited time every day of the week from 4 pm to 10 pm local time! To score this offer, all you have to do is purchase one adult entree.
Find your closest IHOP here! Note that this offer is available for dine-in at select locations only, and you can get one free kids’ meal for every adult entree that you purchase.
Kids 12 and younger can pick between seven menu items:
- Pancake Combo
- Funny Face Pancakes
- Scary Face Pancakes
- Mini Cheeseburger
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich
FREE Pre-K Imagination Season Ticket
The 2026 FREE Pre-K Imagination Season Ticket allows any child born in 2021 or 2022 to enjoy a year of free fun at Dollywood and Dollywoodâs Splash Country. This special pass was modeled after Dolly Partonâs Imagination Library, which encourages a love of learning through books. Registration is available now!
FREE Californiaâs Great America Pre-K Pass
Californiaâs Great America Pre-K Pass offers free admission to children between the ages of 3 and 5 for the entire season. They will have unlimited access to Californiaâs Great America theme park, South Bay Shores waterpark, Tricks and Treats, and Winterfest!
Build-A-Bear Pay Your Age Birthday Bear
Bonus Club Members (free to join) can score a Build-A-Bear âPay Your Ageâ Birthday Bear for the cost of the age your kiddo is turning â regularly this bear goes for $14! Also, note that this is only available at select stores. All you have to do is this: bring your kid into a Build-A-Bear store during their birthday month to count their candles, and they will pay for their own Birthday Treat Bear priced at the number of their age. Check out more details here!
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