Looking to chill out with the family on a budget this summer? Marcus Theatres and Movie Taverns are helping families enjoy affordable fun this season with its Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series, running Sunday to Thursday — from June 7 to Aug. 13, 2026.Kids enjoy a new adventure on the … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern host Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series with discount tickets & snacks
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Enjoy 10 weeks of affordable family flicks with Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse
Two tickets, please. No exclusive membership or secret password required! Everyone is welcome to visit this family-friendly clubhouse for the summer. Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks of family fun and … [Read more...] about Enjoy 10 weeks of affordable family flicks with Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse
AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp offers 8 weeks of family-friendly flicks with $3 tickets
Camp out for family fun this summer at AMC Theatres! Families can enjoy lots of family-friendly movies at a discounted price, all summer long. The largest theatrical exhibitor in the U.S. is bringing back its AMC Summer Movie Camp for Summer 2026.From June 22 to Aug. 12, 2026, … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp offers 8 weeks of family-friendly flicks with $3 tickets
Enjoy $1 kid flicks for 11 weeks with Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026
On a hot summer day, there's nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained...and all in an air-conditioned theater. It's even better, when you can also enjoy blockbuster savings at the box office!All aboard! Regal Cinemas has scheduled 11 weeks of family-friendly … [Read more...] about Enjoy $1 kid flicks for 11 weeks with Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026
Teens work out for free all summer at Planet Fitness in 2026
Grab your workout gear and water bottle! Summer's the time to sweat it out and get fit. And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 … [Read more...] about Teens work out for free all summer at Planet Fitness in 2026
Chuck E. Cheese’s 2026 Summer Fun Pass offers discounts, unlimited visits and family fun
Say cheese! There's nothing cheesy about saving money, especially for families looking for summer fun on a budget. And kids love Chuck E. Cheese because it serves one of their favorite foods — pizza! However, most importantly, they love all the games, prizes and fun, in between taking bites … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese’s 2026 Summer Fun Pass offers discounts, unlimited visits and family fun
Dave & Buster’s offers half-price games 5 days a week for limited time
Game on, frugal families! Friends and family looking for lots of fun-packed action on a budget should head to Dave & Buster's — twice a week!The popular entertainment complex has it all — a sports bar, restaurant and family-friendly arcade. Players enjoy lots high-tech and interactive … [Read more...] about Dave & Buster’s offers half-price games 5 days a week for limited time
Cheap, fun and pretty Easter egg decorating ideas
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These easter egg dying ideas are fun, simple, and great for kids and adults. The next time that you want to make pretty Easter eggs, keep these simple egg decorating tips handy! Easter egg decorating, for some, can be an art. I love the idea of doing something a bit beyond the … [Read more...] about Cheap, fun and pretty Easter egg decorating ideas
Michaels’ Sunday Kids Club: FREE Kids Tissue Painted Eggs
Families love being crafty! Give children of any age art supplies and let their creativity flow.And Michaels' Sunday Kids Club offers a creative outlet for little hands on select Sundays throughout the year — the perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon with the family. Michaels' … [Read more...] about Michaels’ Sunday Kids Club: FREE Kids Tissue Painted Eggs
Low-cost St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids
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Are you looking for fun St. Patrick's Day activities for the kids? Now is the time to let them be creative and have fun. You'll love this list of frugal, fun ideas—perfect for all ages! With its emphasis on drinking and debauchery, St. Patrick’s Day can seem like a holiday more suited … [Read more...] about Low-cost St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids
Free days at U.S. national parks in 2026
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 108 national parks across the country that normally charge a fee.During the fee-free … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks in 2026
Send your name around the Moon!
You might not be able to travel to the moon and back yourself, but your name can! 2026 in the year that you can send your name to the moon and back! Four astronauts are set to travel around the Moon and return on Artemis II, marking the first crewed mission of NASA’s Artemis program. … [Read more...] about Send your name around the Moon!
Free LEGO Magazine for kids
It's so much fun getting mail - especially when you're a kid! Why not get the kids their own magazine delivery, with ZERO cost at all? Perfect for ages 5-9! Photo Credit: Deposit PhotosThis 28-page freebie will be ready and waiting in the mailbox, with each page full of fun … [Read more...] about Free LEGO Magazine for kids
10+ cool, inexpensive gifts for kids
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Retailers want you to believe that the toys under the Christmas tree should be large and expensive. But if you've ever seen a kid more excited about the box a gift came in than the toy itself, you know that sometimes the cheaper, smaller gifts are the favorites. Plus, a few less expensive gifts can … [Read more...] about 10+ cool, inexpensive gifts for kids
Free ‘Kids Guide to Helping Animals’ magazine
Do you have a pet fan in the house? This FREE magazine for kids from PETA Kids comes straight to your day and is a super fun way for them to read, learn, and have as a reference to answer questions. Plus, FREE stickers! Each page offers tips on animal topics, such as cruelty-free … [Read more...] about Free ‘Kids Guide to Helping Animals’ magazine
