Kids Free September is back for 2026! Many of Atlanta’s top attractions are offering free or discounted admission for children (usually with a paid adult ticket) throughout the month of September. There's some pretty great savings to take advantage of! Look for "THE DEAL" under each location below for details and special promo codes.
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Georgia Aquarium: Kids Wonder Free
THE DEAL: One free child admission with each general admission adult ticket (ages 3–12). Valid only September 2026.
"Georgia Aquarium Free Kid Visit – Get a FREE KID VISIT with every general admission purchase. Valid online only during the month of September. Not valid with any other discount."
👉 View this deal on the Georgia Aquarium Website.
Children's Museum of Atlanta
THE DEAL: BOGO! For every adult ticket, receive one FREE child ticket on Thursdays & Fridays, Sept 10–25 only.
"Enjoy BOBO ticket deals for select days in the month of September when you purchase tickets online. This deal is NOT valid for walk-up admissions and cannot be combined with any other discount."
👉 View this deal on the Children's Museum of Atlanta Website.
High Museum of Art
THE DEAL: Kids 5 and under always free; plus special programs like Access for All every third Wednesday of the month.
"Come experience the latest children’s book exhibition at the High. Kids 5 and under get in for free any day of the week. Access for All happens every third Wednesday of the month with free museum access and daytime live music."
👉 Learn more on the High Museum of Art Website.
Smith Gilbert Gardens
THE DEAL: Free admission for children with code KIDS2026 at checkout.
"Guests can enjoy free general admission for all children ages 3 through 17 throughout the month of September when you use code KIDS2026 online. Ages 2 and under are always free."
👉 Learn more on the Smith Gilbert Gardens Website.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
THE DEAL: Free child admission (with adult ticket) via promo code KidsFree26, valid through September 8–30
"Have a dino-mite day at Fernbank Museum as you explore nature, science, dinosaurs, artifacts and more though immersive exhibits, giant screen films and outdoor nature experiences. Buy a regular-priced adult general admission ticket and get a free child ticket. Valid online only for daytime, general admission (maximum of 6 tickets). Cannot be applied to existing reservations, special events, group, education orders or with any other discount or promotion."
👉 Learn more on the Fernbank Museum of Natural History Website.
Atlanta History Center
THE DEAL: One free youth ticket (ages 4–12) with adult ticket purchase using code FREESEPT26.
"Explore 33-acres of museum exhibitions, botanical gardens, and historic homes at our campus in Buckhead. Get one FREE Youth ticket (ages 4-12) with the purchase of one full price Adult ticket with code FREESEPT26. Must purchase online in advance. This promotion excludes Fall Fest on Saturday, September 19."
👉 Learn more on the Atlanta History Center Website.
Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)
THE DEAL: Kids 5 and under free with adult ticket!
"Kids 5 & under are always FREE! Plus, MODA is offering FREE admission for everyone on Fridays in September and several FREE kids & teen design programs throughout the month."
👉 Learn more on the Museum of Design Atlanta Website.
Zoo Atlanta
THE DEAL: Use code FLASH26 at checkout to receive $15 and get 1 month FREE of Zoo Atlanta Membership, September 1–7 only.
"Use code FLASH26 at checkout before September 8 to save $15 and get 1 month FREE of Zoo Atlanta Membership! Members receive unlimited daytime admission including October’s upcoming Boo at the Zoo presented by Georgia Natural Gas. You’ll also enjoy exclusive discounts on programs, events, retail, concessions and experiences. And remember: kids under 3 years old are always FREE!"
👉 Learn more and apply this discount on the Zoo Atlanta Website.
LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta
THE DEAL: Kids get in free with a paid adult ticket, valid throughout the month of September. Online only.
"Experience the Ultimate Indoor LEGO Playground! Kids Go Free with paid Adult Ticket from September 2–30! Offer available online only. Adults must have a child 17 and under with them for entry. Children under 2 do not require a ticket."
👉 View this deal on the LEGO Discovery Center Website.
World of Coca-Cola
THE DEAL: Buy one full-price Adult General Admission ticket, get one free child's admission ticket September 3–30.
"Receive one (1) complimentary Child General Admission ticket with every full-price Adult General Admission ticket purchased. Enter code KIDSFREE26 at checkout."
👉 Visit the World of Coca-Cola website to apply this offer.
Tellus Science Museum
THE DEAL: Buy one adult admission, get one child admission free with code KIDSFREE26. Valid September 8-30, excluding September 26.
"Buy one adult admission, get one child admission free. Not valid with any other discount, coupon, or offer. Excludes programs and special ticketed events. This offer is valid for online ticket purchases only using promo code KIDSFREE26, September 8–30, except September 26."
👉 Learn more on the Tellus Science Museum Website.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
THE DEAL: Kids ages 12 & under get FREE admission with the purchase of an adult ticket throughout September. Use code KidsFree26 online or mention the offer at the box office.
"Kids 12 and under receive free admission with the purchase of an adult ticket throughout September. Use code KidsFree26 when purchasing tickets online or mention the offer at the box office. Cannot be combined with other offers. Please note that the Center is closed on Labor Day."
👉 Learn more on the National Center for Civil and Human Rights Website.
The Breman Museum & Cultural Center
THE DEAL: Buy one full-price adult admission and get one child admission (ages 3–12) FREE.
"Buy one full-price adult ticket and receive FREE admission for one child ages 3–12."
👉 Learn more on The Breman Museum Website.
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum
THE DEAL: Kids ages 16 & under are ALWAYS FREE!
"Kids 16 and under are always free at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum. Explore exhibits about Jimmy Carter's presidency, see a replica of the Oval Office, and enjoy the museum's 35 acres of grounds, ponds and local wildlife."
👉 Learn more on the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum Website.
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