Free Activities, Events, Classes, and Camps for Kids

The best things in life truly are free! You just have to know where to look.

Our Free Activities, Events, Classes, and Camps for Kids Guide lists a multitude of no-cost classes and camps for kids, plus info free events, free activities, birthday freebies, and more free things to do with kids.

Best Free Events and Activities for Kids
Starbucks birthday freebies can include cake pops, drinks, or other treats! Photo by Jessica Stautberg
61 Birthday Freebies for Kids: Where Kids Get Free Food, Gifts, and Fun
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program mails one free, high-quality book per month to children ages 0-5! Photo courtesy of the Dollywood Foundation
Free Stuff For Kids in the Mail: Free Books, Toys, Magazines & More
Have sweet dreams of all the free baby stuff you'll get. Photo by Garrett Jackson courtesy of Unsplash
How to Get Free Baby Stuff: Diapers, Formula, Baby Gear, and More
Visit Joshua Tree National Park on one of the free admission days!
Visit National Parks in 2025 on Free National Park Entrance Days: Yellowstone, Zion, Acadia, and More
The internet is full of coding programs for kids, but which are the best? We tested them all. Photo courtesy of Kodable
Best Free Coding for Kids Websites and Apps to Learn Programming Skills
Make your world more colorful with printable coloring pages from Crayola. Photo courtesy of Crayola
The Ultimate Collection of Free Printable Coloring Pages for Kids

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Free Museums Across the Country
Kids can see the masterpieces and get hands-on with art during a free visit to MoMA on Friday evenings. Photo by Jody Mercier
Free Museum Days (and Always-Free Museums) in NYC
The remodeled National Air and Space Museum is a sight to behold. Photo courtesy of the museum
Free Museums in DC and Northern Virginia to Visit with Kids
Kids check out the current exhibit at the CAAM. Photo by HRDWRKER
13 Kid-Friendly Always-Free Museums in Los Angeles
See how much fun you can get into at these Boston Museums with free admission for kids! Boston Children's Museum photo by Andy Gregorowicz via Flickr 2.0
Free Museum Days (and Always Free Museums!) in Boston
The Orlando Museum of Art offers free museum days the first weekend of each month, as part of the Museums on Us program. Photo courtesy of OMA
Free Museums Days (and Always Free Museums!) in Orlando
Kids 18 and under are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo by Liz Baill @creativishmom
Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Philly

Latest Free Activities News

Kids 18 and under are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo by Liz Baill @creativishmom
Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Philly
Catch world-class exhibits without spending a penny.
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Kids under 18 are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo by Liz Baill
100 Free Things To Do in Philly with Kids
Parent-tested picks, from playgrounds and museums to quirky, weird, and new free family fun.
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Learn all about fire safety and the history of firefighters in Philly at the Fireman's Hall Museum.Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia
15 Free Things To Do Indoors in Philadelphia: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days
Escape the elements at these free places to entertain kids.
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Magic Gardens. Photo courtesy of Liz Baill, @creativishmom
Best FREE Hidden Gems & Secret Spots for Kids in Philly
Step off the beaten path and discover Philly’s best-kept free secrets.
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Kids learn why water is an important resource and how to keep it clean with the Parkway Pals Program at Sister Cities Park. Photo by Beaumonde Orginals Photography via Center City District
Philly Summer Fun: 35 Amazing FREE Activities for Kids
Art, nature, festivals, movies, and more free Philly summer fun.
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Hit the Parkway for the party of the summer! Photo by G. Widman/Visit Philadelphia
Free Philly Summer Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families
Lounge and listen to the sweet sounds of summer with these free outdoor concerts.
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