San Diego Tourism Authority is offering families more than 100 deals through Kids Free San Diego 2026, with complimentary children’s admission, meals and hotel perks available throughout October. The annual promotion is in their 15th year and includes participating attractions, museums, hotels and restaurants across the region.
The tourism authority estimates that families could save up to $1,000 through the program, depending on their itinerary and the offers used. Each participating business sets their own age limits, purchase requirements and booking conditions.
Children aged 11 and younger receive free admission to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park during October. The two attractions offer opportunities to see wildlife and learn about conservation through animal habitats and educational experiences.
SeaWorld San Diego is offering free children’s admission through the promotion. Their seasonal Spooktacular programming includes trick-or-treating, festive characters, pirate adventures and mermaid encounters.
LEGOLAND California Resort offers a free child Hopper Ticket with the purchase of a full-price adult Hopper Ticket. Families can choose a ticket covering LEGOLAND and SEA LIFE Aquarium, or a Resort Hopper Ticket that includes LEGOLAND Water Park. Families planning a water park visit should check operating dates before selecting their tickets.
City Cruises gives families another way to use the promotion, with free children’s cruise admission on eligible departures. Harbour sightseeing offers views of landmarks including Seaport Village, Coronado and Cabrillo National Monument.
The museum program includes the Fleet Science Center, where children can try more than 100 interactive exhibits. The centre is home to the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater, with film experiences on a large dome screen. Families should review the offer details for any separate theatre charges.
The San Diego Natural History Museum, known as The Nat, offers free children’s admission during the promotion. Exhibits include dinosaur skeletons, fossils and live animals, alongside Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea, an exhibition connecting art with marine conservation.
The San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park is another participating attraction. Their collection includes historic aircraft, space artefacts and interactive exhibits introducing visitors to aviation and space travel.
Families using the museum offers can find admission coupons through the San Diego Museum Council. Age limits and exclusions vary by location. The council states that promotional coupons cannot be combined with other discounts, and sightseeing passes are not valid for this promotion.
Hotel offers extend the savings beyond attraction tickets. Ocean Park Inn is offering children a cup filled with a complimentary slushie, a reusable tote bag and stickers. The promotion includes waived parking, a 15 per cent room discount and four complimentary bike rentals for two adults and two children.
Guests at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa can receive a complimentary children’s meal at Oceana Coastal Kitchen. The resort’s offer includes a complimentary paddleboard or kayak rental through Action Sport Rentals.
The Family Package at The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter offers savings of up to 40 per cent on a second room when booking two rooms. Children under 12 can receive free meals at Bronze Bird with the purchase of an adult meal.
Restaurant promotions include complimentary children’s meals from the kids’ menu at participating Crab Hut locations during October.
The Kids Eat Free package at Town and Country Resort includes a complimentary breakfast for children aged 12 and younger at ARLO or MRKT with each paying adult.
Families staying at Kings Inn can receive a complimentary children’s breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Waffle Spot with a paying adult.
Kids Free San Diego offers are available through October 31, 2026. Families can review the full selection through the official Kids Free San Diego directory, including age eligibility, required adult purchases, promotional codes and hotel package conditions.