Free and low-cost family activities in Arizona

18 entries for Arizona (2 programs and places, 16 Museums for All participants) plus the multi-state programs below. Last verified 2026-10-17. Coverage is growing; this is not a complete list.

Verify before you go. Free days, prices and eligibility change; confirm with the organizer.

Parks, places and programs in Arizona

Arizona State Parks: children under 6 free, youth 7-13 reduced entry

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Arizona State Parks says all children under age 6 receive free admission into all state parks. At many parks the day-use fee is $10 for adults (14+) and $5 for youth ages 7-13 (for example Red Rock State Park and Tonto Natural Bridge); some parks charge per vehicle, and some list a higher youth rate starting Oct. 1. Arizona State Parks does not offer a senior or disability discount for entrance.

Who it's for: Children ages 0-6 (free); youth ages 7-13 (reduced)

How: Check the Fee Schedule or the specific park's page for current entrance fees. Camping and tours cost extra.

Fees vary by park and change; fee schedule is the source.

Source: official page · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

Arizona State Parks: free day-use for Arizona residents on MLK Day

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Arizona State Parks offered free day-use admission to Arizona residents at its state parks on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Monday, January 19, 2026), with Arizona ID required. Fees still applied for camping, concessions and tours such as Kartchner Caverns and Riordan Mansion. The agency called it a tradition visitors look forward to each year.

Who it's for: Arizona residents (show Arizona ID)

How: Show an Arizona ID at the entrance. Watch the Arizona State Parks press page for the next announcement.

The 2026 date has passed; not a promise of future free days.

Source: official page · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

Museums for All participants in Arizona (16)

Per the official participating-museums list (retrieved 2026-10-17): visitors showing a SNAP EBT card and photo ID get reduced admission from free to $5 for up to four people per card. The official list does not state each museum's own price, so confirm hours and prices with the museum before you go.

The Arboretum at Flagstaff Flagstaff, AZ
Arizona Museum of Natural History Mesa, AZ
Arizona Science Center Phoenix, AZ
Arizona State Museum Tucson, AZ
Children’s Museum of Yuma County Yuma, AZ
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium Tucson, AZ
Heard Museum Phoenix, AZ
i.d.e.a. Museum Mesa, AZ
Lowell Observatory Flagstaff, AZ
Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum Winslow, AZ
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures Tucson, AZ
Museum of Northern Arizona Flagstaff, AZ
Rosson House Museum at the Square PHX Phoenix, AZ
Southern Arizona Museum of Science and Technology Sierra Vista, AZ
Tohono Chul Tucson, AZ
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Scottsdale, AZ

Programs that apply in many states

Some of these list examples from specific libraries or states; check that the program is offered where you live.

Museums for All (SNAP EBT card admission)

Low costProgram / passMultiple states

Free to $5 admission for up to 4 people per SNAP EBT card at participating museums (1,600+ nationwide). EBT cards from any state are accepted.

Who it's for: EBT cardholders

How: Bring your EBT card and a photo ID. No registration. Each museum sets its own rate and some ask for walk-in purchase, so check the museum page.

Participating list by state: see source. Rates vary by museum.

Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

Bank of America Museums on Us

Free days / free for someProgram / passMultiple states

Free general admission on the first full weekend of every month to Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit cardholders at participating museums. Next weekend: Nov 7-8, 2026.

Who it's for: Bank of America / Merrill cardholders

How: Show your active card and a government photo ID. One general admission per cardholder; special exhibitions excluded. Check the museum's listing on the Bank of America map.

Not a Bank of America endorsement; this is an informational listing with no affiliation.

Source: official page · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

Every Kid Outdoors (4th grade pass)

FreeProgram / passMultiple states

2026-27 school year pass: free entry at federal lands and waters (national parks, wildlife refuges, etc.) for the 4th grader, all children under 16 and up to 3 adults in one private vehicle. Expires Aug 31, 2027.

Who it's for: Families with a 4th grader

How: The 4th grader completes a short online activity and prints a paper voucher at EveryKidOutdoors.gov (we never collect any information). Does not cover state parks, parking, camping or tours.

Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

Library museum and park passes

DiscountedProgram / passMultiple states

Many public libraries lend or reserve free or discounted passes for museums, zoos, farms and parks. Examples: Boston Public Library lists Boston Children's Museum at $12 per person for up to 4; Oxford (MA) and Athol (MA) list free-admission passes to several museums; Attleboro (MA) lists a free RISD Museum pass.

Who it's for: Library cardholders (rules vary by library)

How: Search your own library's website for 'museum passes'. Each library has its own pass list, reservation system and return rules. Passes are limited and set by the participating attractions.

Example pages only; your library's list will differ.

Source: official page · more · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.

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