Looking for fun activities for your kid without breaking the bank? We’ve got great news! For the rest of October, 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 October 2026
FREE Holiday Engine Workshop
Calling all parents and young DIY enthusiasts! Loweâs has exciting and educational monthly workshops and events for your kids to unleash their creativity and acquire new skills!
On November 14th, from 10 AM to 1 PM kids can join the Holiday Engine workshop and have a blast building and decorating their own holiday engine train! This event will be a fantastic hands-on experience for your little ones. Secure your kidsâ spot by registering here before November 14th!
FREE Drink for Kids in Costume at Biggby Coffee
Kids ages 10 and under can get a FREE Kids Drink at BIGGBY Coffee all October long when dressed in a Halloween costume!
FREE Lakeshore Learning Event
Lakeshore Learning is hosting a free kids in-store event for kids!
No reservations are needed â 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. Donât miss it, check out all Lakeshore Learning event locations here and see all event dates below:
October 10th â Castle Creation- October 24th â Stained Glass Art
- November 7th â Mosaic Masterpiece
- November 21st â Cube Buddies
- December 5th â Festive Keepsakes
FREE MrBeast Lowe’s Swarms
On October 24th, visit Lowe’s, where the first 100 MyLoweâs rewards members can obtain two free MrBeast Lowe’s Swarms in-store! Also, you can get $5 off MrBeast kits and 10% off apparel all day long!
FREE Michaels Kids Event
Michaels is hosting many kidsâ crafting events this month. Time might vary by location, so check your local store before joining. Donât miss out on this great craft event and see the upcoming events below!
October 4th â Witching Hours: Pumpkin FestOctober 17th â Lilâ Witching Hours: Halloween Fest- October 24th â Lilâ Witching Hours: Chenille Stem Ghost or Spider
- October 25th â Witching Hours: Last Minute Costume Demo
FREE National Parks Entrance
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:
- October 27th, 2026 â Theodore Roosevelt’s Birthday
- November 11th, 2026 â Veterans Day
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 fall 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.
Now kids can get two free games of bowling per day! Head over here to register, and your kids are now ready to bowl free through October 31st. 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 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
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!
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!
FREE Mystery Video Game
Epic Games is offering free games for PC, available all week long! All you have to do is create a free account, and you will find the free game available for download.
There are several games that are available for free all the time, which you can browse here. The best thing is that each game you claim, you keep it for free! Claim your free game here!
FREE Pokemon Mewtwo Promo Card with Purchase
Pokemon fans, hereâs an offer for you! Starting October 2nd, you can score a free Pokemon Mewtwo promo card with a $15 purchase on Pokemon TCG products! In the 30th celebration of the Pokemon Trading Card Game, they released a special version of Mewtwo #063, which features the Pokemon 30 and Whatâs Your Favorite logos, making it a unique addition to your Pokemon TCG collection.
This offer will be available online and in-store at participating retailers while supplies last. Donât miss it, and check out the participating retailers below:
- GameStop
- Best Buy
- Hot Topic
- Five Below
- Barnes & Noble
- Macyâs
- BoxLunch
Kids Freebies in November 2026
FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop
Looking for a fun event for your kiddo? Home Depot is offering an exciting kidsâ workshop on the first Saturday of each 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 November 7th, from 9 am to 12 pm, kids get to work on a Dump Truck for free 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 now 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 JCPenney Kids Craft Event
JCPenney is back with their fun and free Kidsâ 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, a collectorâs pin and craft medallion after completing six crafts. As for the parents, a 10% off coupon for even more savings!
On November 14th, from 11 am to noon local time, kids can have fun crafting their own3D turkey, and they can keep it! The craft includes foam pieces and googly eyes. Donât miss out on this fun and rewarding experience â search for the nearest store here!
Sensory Sensitive Sunday Event
Chuck E. Cheese is hosting a Sensory Sensitive Sunday for World Autism Month. For the event, participating Chuck E. Cheese restaurants will open two hours early for children with autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, and other special sensory needs.
A caring, specially trained team works on Sensory Sensitive Sundays. They provide a quieter environment, dimmed lighting, and a more sensory-friendly arcade experience for sensory-sensitive children and their families for two hours, from 9 am â 11 am local. Also, 20% of their entire sales that day will be donated to Autism Speaks. By rounding up your purchases, you will contribute even more to support their cause. Check out the list of participating stores here!
Upcoming Dates:
October 4th, 2026- November 1st, 2026
- December 6th, 2026
FREE Museum Admission This Weekend
Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and U.S. Trust customers can score a free Museum Admission to over 225 participating museum locations nationwide! All you need to do is show your active Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Bank of America Private Bank, or U.S. Trust credit or debit card with a photo ID to get the offer.
Free admission is valid at participating institutions for cardholders only (guests do not qualify for free admission). The offer is valid during the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of each month. The next free dates are November 7th and 8th. This offer excludes special exhibitions, ticketed shows, and fundraising events, and cannot be combined with other offers. Hours and participation will vary by location. Find a museum here!
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