Kids Summer Freebies
FREE & Affordable Summer Fun for Kids & Teens 2026 ☀️✨
Summer activities can add up fast, but there are actually SO many fun FREE programs coming back for 2026! From free books and bowling to DIY workshops, crafts, fitness passes, and even golf, these are some of the best ways to keep kids and teens busy all summer long without spending a fortune.
📚 Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program
Kids can earn a FREE book just for reading this summer!
Children read 8 books, complete their reading journal, and pick out a free book at participating stores.
✨ Includes:
• FREE book reward
• Encourages summer reading
• Participating locations nationwide
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/summer-reading-free-book-giveaway/_/N-2vjz
⛳ Bank of America “Golf With Us” Program
Kids and teens can score a FREE 1-year Youth on Course membership for a limited time.
Ages 6–18 receive:
• Access to golf rounds for $5 or less
• Thousands of participating golf courses
• FREE one-year membership
⏰ Offer available through June 15, 2026 or while memberships last.
https://youthoncourse.org/bofa-golf-with-us
🔨 Home Depot Kids Workshops
Home Depot is bringing back their FREE monthly kids workshops!
Kids receive:
• FREE DIY project kits
• FREE apron & achievement pin
• Hands-on building fun in-store
https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids-workshop
🎳 Kids Bowl Free
One of the most popular summer freebies is back again for 2026!
Kids ages 2–15 can enjoy:
• 2 FREE bowling games every day
• Participating bowling locations nationwide
• Fun indoor activity all summer long
📅 Valid through August 28, 2026.
https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/all_centers.php
🧰 Lowe’s Kids Workshops
Lowe’s also offers FREE monthly workshops for kids throughout the year.
Kids can enjoy:
• FREE themed projects
• All supplies included
• Creative hands-on activities for families
https://www.lowes.com/diy-projects-and-ideas/workshops
🎨 Michaels Kids Craft Events
Michaels hosts fun FREE and low-cost crafting events during the summer.
Families can find:
• FREE craft activities
• Seasonal make-and-take projects
• Creative events for kids in-store
https://www.michaels.com/events
💪 Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Planet Fitness is once again offering teens a FREE summer gym membership!
Teens ages 14–19 receive:
• FREE gym access all summer
• FREE fitness training
• Access from June 1 – August 31, 2026
Such a fun way for teens to stay active and productive during summer break!
https://www.planetfitness.com/summerpass
🍕 Pizza Hut Summer Reading program
•Parents can enroll their kids for reading goals and when met your kiddo can get a FREE personal pizza
https://www.bookitprogram.com/
These programs are seriously such a great way to keep kids and teens active, creative, learning, and entertained all summer long while saving money too ✨
Definitely sign up early because some workshops and free programs fill up FAST!