Family-Friendly Tampa Bay

Museums for All Deal
2026-10-27, 2026-10-28, 2026-10-29, 2026-10-30, 2026-10-31, 2026-11-01
Visit a Museum through Museums for All
Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,600 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID.
Visit the Museum for All map to find a participating museum near you!

Florida Botanical Gardens- Free Admission
2026-10-27 07:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-28 07:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-29 07:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-30 07:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-31 07:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo, 33774, United States
Florida Botanical Gardens
The Florida Botanical Gardens is one of the best free outdoor attractions in Pinellas County, featuring more than 100 acres of gardens, walking trails, native Florida plants, wetlands, and wildlife habitats. It’s a great spot for families, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking for a peaceful place to explore.
Admission: Free
Hours: Daily from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed: Christmas Day and the day after Thanksgiving
Entrances:

12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL
12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, FL

What You’ll Find

Butterfly and pollinator gardens
Tropical and native Florida plants
Walking and nature trails
Wetlands and wildlife viewing areas
Children’s garden areas
Seasonal events and plant festivals throughout the year

The gardens are located next to Heritage Village, making it easy to combine both attractions into a free day trip for families.
Tip: Visit in the morning during the summer months for cooler temperatures and the best chance to see butterflies, birds, and other wildlife.

Summer Movies: Xscape Theatres Riverview
2026-10-27 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-10-29 09:30 - 11:00
$1 Summer Kids Movies at Xscape Theatres Riverview 14 (2026)

2026 $1 Summer Movies in Riverview, FL
Free and cheap summer movie offerings are popping up everywhere in the Tampa Bay area. There is enough movie options to satisfy a variety of interest for your family.
We are excited to add Xscape Theatres Riverview 14 as a Tampa Bay area summer movie option for kids. The doors open at 9 a.m. and free movies begin at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday from June 2- July 23, 2026.

Xtreme Theatres Riverview 14: Summer 2026 Kids Movie Schedule:
Summer is here and so is the return of our Summer Movie Series at Xscape Theatres! Bring the family and enjoy fun-filled mornings at Xscape! Tuesdays & Thursdays Doors open at 9:00 AM | Movies start at 9:30 AM Tickets: $1.00 per person $6.00 Summer Combo! (Popcorn & Drink)Get more info here -> https://xscapetheatres.com/summer-movie-series

XSCAPE RIVERVIEW 14
6135 Valleydale Dr, Riverview, FL 33578

Xscape Theatres – Summer Movie Series 2026

June 2 & 4 – Trolls
June 9 & 11 – The Bad Guys 2
June 16 & 18 – The Boss Baby
June 23 & 25 – The Croods

June 30 & July 2 – The Wild Robot
July 7 & 9 – Dog Man
July 14 & 16 – Kung Fu Panda 4
July 21 & 23 – Trolls Band Together

LOOKING FOR MORE FREE & CHEAP MOVIE OPTIONS FOR THE SUMMER?
Check out our Kids Summer Movies Guide.

Bay Area Renaissance Festival 2026
2026-10-27 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-28 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-29 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-30 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-31 10:00 - 18:00 | Bay Area Renaissance Festival, 12838 Auton Rd, Dade City, 33525, United States
Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Step into a 16th-century village filled with knights, performers, and lively crowds. You can wander through artisan shops, watch jousting matches, and catch all kinds of stage shows—from magicians to musicians—while enjoying themed weekends and plenty of food along the way.
Date and Time: Weekends, February 14 – March 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMLocation: 12838 Auton Rd, Dade City, FLAge: All agesCost: Ticketed (prices vary)
Activities Include: Live jousting, stage performances (music, magic, juggling), artisan marketplace, themed weekends, interactive characters, food vendors

Paws for Literacy - Humane Society
2026-10-27 14:45 - 16:00, 2026-10-29 14:45 - 16:00 | Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, 33607, United States
Paws for Literacy

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay wants to give children who love animals a chance to spend time with them while catching up on their reading or improving their reading skills.
Our Paws for Literacy Program at the HSTB Hillsborough campus pairs children with homeless pets who love to hear the stories and look at the pictures.
Paws for Literacy is a free program offered for children ages 5 and up. We provide reading stools, books and treats (for the animals), but children are welcome to bring their own books if they wish. Books provided include animal tales, stories of the animal-human bond and books that teach empathy to young readers.
Parents should accompany children for this program.

Ages: Children ages 5+
When: 2:45 pm – 4:00 pm | Tuesdays & Thursdays
Where: HSTB Hillsborough Campus | 3607 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, Fl 33607
Register: Sign Up Today!

Imagine Museum's $10 Tuesday Nights
2026-10-27 17:00 - 20:00
$10 Tuesday Nights

Looking for cool things to do in St. Pete? Join us at Imagine Museum every Tuesday night for a range of select events, admission just $10 from 5-8 PM! From artist features to live music nights and comedy nights, there’s always something new and exciting to experience. Join us & experience the best events in town!

Learn more about this Imagine Museum deal.
Imagine Museum
1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, USA

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse 2026 Movie Deals- Wednesday
2026-10-28 09:30 - 11:00
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse 2026 in Lakeland – $1.75 Kids Movies
Looking for cheap summer movies in Lakeland? The 2026 Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse at Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall 12 offers family-friendly movies for just $1.75 per ticket all summer long.
This popular summer movie program features kid-friendly films at discounted prices from June 1 through August 6, 2026.
Summer Movie Clubhouse Details
Location: Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall 12 & XD
Address: 3800 US Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
Dates: June 1–August 6, 2026
Ticket Price: $1.75 per person (plus tax)
Showtime: Wednesdays at 9:30 AM
Additional showtimes may be available. Check with the theater for the most current schedule.
Summer Movie Clubhouse Concession Deals
During Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes, guests can also enjoy:

$1 off Snack Packs
$1 off any size Popcorn & Drink Combo

2026 Cinemark Summer Movie Schedule
Week of:
June 1–4 – Paddington (2015)
June 8–11 – Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
June 15–18 – KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-Along (2025)
June 22–25 – Shrek Forever After
June 29–July 2 – The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
July 6–9 – A Minecraft Movie
July 13–16 – Dog Man
July 20–23 – How to Train Your Dragon
July 27–30 – The Bad Guys 2
August 3–6 – Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie

See the full schedule on Cinemark’s website.
More Cheap Summer Movies Near Tampa Bay
Looking for additional summer movie deals? Be sure to check out other affordable movie programs at Regal, CMX, B&B Theatres, and local independent theaters throughout the Tampa Bay area.

AMC Summer Movie Camp for Kids and Families
2026-10-28 11:00 - 14:00
$6.29 Summer Movie Camp at AMC Theatres
AMC Theatres invite all ages to enjoy 4 weeks of their Summer Kids Series.
If you are looking for something to do with the kids once the school year ends and summer break kicks off, AMC Theatres has you covered.

Summer Movie Camp Is Back

Get discounted tickets to family favorites every Monday and Wednesday from 6/22-8/12. A portion of the proceeds will support the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation.

AMC $6.29 Summer Kids Movies Pack Schedule:
There are so many locations, these are only some of the locations. Please find your participating location.

AMC Veterans 24
AMC Highwoods 20
AMC The Regency 20
AMC West Shore 14

Paddington in Peru
Get 6/22 Tickets
Get 6/24 Tickets

David
Get 6/29 Tickets
Get 7/1 Tickets

How to Train Your Dragon
Get 7/6 Tickets
Get 7/8 Tickets

The Lego Movie
Get 7/13 Tickets
Get 7/15 Tickets

Check to see if your local AMC location is participating. Learn more by visiting their website.

Art on the House at the Tampa Museum of Art
2026-10-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Art on the House
Every Thursday from 4 to 8 pm, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors choose whatever admission price they want to pay. Bring the family and celebrate 100 years of art in Tampa with exhibitions that emphasize ancient, modern, and contemporary art.
Beginning at 4 pm every Thursday, walk up to the Welcome Desk and tell the Visitor Experience and Engagement Representatives the admission price you chose to pay for your visit to the museum. Any donation amount is welcome.

Imagine Museum: $5 After 5 PM Thursday
2026-10-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, 33713, United States
$5 After 5 PM Thursdays
Unwind at Imagine Museum every Thursday night from 5pm to 8pm for just $5! Explore mesmerizing sculptures and intricate designs in a cool, laid-back atmosphere perfect for young professionals, friends, or a unique date night. Immerse yourself in vibrant art installations, spark creativity, and connect with fellow art lovers as you escape the daily grind and experience the magic of contemporary glass art in a whole new light.
Learn more about this Imagine Museum deal.
Imagine Museum
1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, USA

Impact Martial Arts Patents Night Out
2026-10-30 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-31 18:00 - 22:00 | Impact Martial Arts, 13038 Race Track Rd, Tampa, United States
Karate Parents Night Out in Tampa

Now, Every Friday AND Saturday Night is
Parent’s Night Out at Impact Martial Arts!
Parents, need an evening without the kids? Our Parents Night Out gives you the opportunity to take a well-deserved break. Go out for a night on the town feeling confident that your little ones are safe and having the time of their lives with their favorite Karate teachers.
This incredible evening for your children is filled with a variety of fun games, activities, and they won’t want the night to end! And don’t worry about food – we’ll take care of that too!!
Every Parents Night Out event activities are different, and include themes like Fortress Dodgeball, Nerf Wars, Ninja night with obstacle courses and more!
Our Parents Night Out events always include:
– Fun games on the mat such as dodgeball, moon ball and much more
– Obstacle Courses
– 2 slices of Pizza
– Drinks
– Staff of certified martial arts instructors
– 4 hours of fun for kids from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
*For safety reasons, PNOs are for kids ages 6 yrs to 11 yrs only.
The cost for PNO is $30 per child. PNO often sells out quickly due to its bodacious fun and limited space, so register ASAP if you would like your child to attend PNO!

Register here for this weekends Parent’s Night Out!

Kids Bowl Free - (April- October)
2026-10-31
Looking for a fun, free, and cheap activity your kids will enjoy doing this summer? While there are many fun things to do around the Tampa area, bowling can be a great way to keep your kids active and entertained.
Register your kids for free summer bowling programs through the Kids Bowl Free website for a fun and affordable summer. See our list for local bowling alleys that are providing free bowling throughout the summer.

Kids can also sign up for Tampa Bay Area Summer Camps that come in a wide range of price ranges.

Kids Bowl Free
For 2024, kids can bowl FREE all summer long at the participating Tampa Bay Area bowling lanes. The official season begins as early as April 1st and lasts until October 31, 2026.
Parents can sign up their kids ages 15 and under to bowl 2 free games daily during the entire summer. There may be an initial registration fee.
When parents sign up, emails are sent with your coupons every Sunday for as long as the program runs. Check out the Tampa Bay bowling lanes below to register your child for their FREE coupons.
Family passes are available at a discounted rate so parents/guardians can bowl as well.

2026 Participating Bowling Locations:

Clearwater
Launch Family Entertainment Clearwater
27001 US Highway 19 North, Suite 2015
Clearwater, FL 33761
(727) 223-5042
Register at Launch Family Entertainment Clearwater for a free bowling pass.

Maple Lanes Countryside
27867 US Highway 19 N
Clearwater, FL 33761
(727) 796-8100
Register at Maple Lanes Countryside for a free bowling pass.

Lutz/Wesley Chapel

Main Event Wesley Chapel
2839 Creek Grass Way
Lutz, FL, 33559
(813) 909-2695
Register at Main Event Wesley Chapel for a free bowling pass.

Tampa

Brandon Crossroads Bowl
609 Crater Lane
Tampa, FL, 33619
(813) 621-2363
Register at Brandon Crossroads BowlÃ‚Â for a free bowling pass.

Lakeland
Maple Lanes Lakeland
4318 US Highway 98 N
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 858-3878
Register at Maple Lanes for a free bowling pass.

Largo
Liberty Lanes
11401 Starkey Road
Largo, FL, 33773
(727) 397-3947
Register at Liberty Lanes for a free bowling pass.

New Port Richey/Port Richey

Lane-Glo Bowl
8631 State Road 54
New Port Richey, FL, 34655-3004
(727) 376-1164
Register at Lane-Glo Bowl for a free bowling pass.

Seminole

Seminole Lanes
8668 Park Blvd
Seminole, FL, 33777-4345
(727) 392-2271
Register at Seminole Lanes for a free bowling pass.

St Petersburg
Sunrise Lanes
6393 9th St N
St Petersburg, FL, 33702-6642
(727) 522-2174
Register at Sunrise Lanes for a free bowling pass.

Ten Pin Lanes
1453 Pasadena Ave S
St. Petersburg, FL, 33707
(727) 381-1010
Register at Ten Pin Lanes for a free bowling pass.

Winter Haven
Incredibowl Entertainment
2010 Dundee Rd.
Winter Haven, FL, 33884
(863) 294-3295
Register at Incredibowl Entertainment for a free bowling pass.

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Glassy Artventures for Kids at Imagine Museum
2026-10-31 10:15 - 12:15 | Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, 33713, United States
Glassy Artventures at Imagine Museum

Join us for a free-with-admission artistic journey geared toward young artventurers every Saturday! Led by our friendly associates, children ages 4-11 will be guided through our world-class glass art galleries. They will then have the opportunity to unleash their imagination and express themselves with a fun and engaging craft activity.
Don’t miss this chance to ignite your young adventurer’s passion for art —Please note: children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Learn more about this Imagine Museum deal.
Imagine Museum
1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, USA

Saturday Learn to Skate Class – Skateworld Tampa
2026-10-31 11:00 - 17:00 | Skateworld Tampa, 7510 Paula Dr,, Tampa, 33615, United States
Saturday Learn to Skate Class – Skateworld Tampa
A fun and beginner-friendly way for kids to get comfortable on skates while enjoying some time on the rink. The session includes a short lesson followed by open skating, so it feels more like play than practice—great for building confidence step by step.
Date and Time: Saturdays | Intermediate: 11:00 AM | Beginner: 11:30 AMLocation: Skateworld Tampa, 7510 Paula Dr, Tampa, FLAge: 3–17 (all guests must pay to enter)Cost: $12 (includes skate rental, wrist guards, lesson, and public skate) | Skate mates: $6
Activities Include: 30-minute skate lesson, public skating session, beginner and intermediate instruction, optional skate mates for support
Contact: 813-884-7688
