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Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Free Things To Do With Kids This Summer



There are plenty of free and cheap things to do in Atlanta this summer, activities that will keep the kids cool and happy without breaking the bank.

Splash Pads
We live in the water during the summer. If we’re not in the pool, we can be found at any one of Atlanta’s many splash pads. Children can make a splash for free at the Fountain of Rings, located in Centennial Olympic Park, Historic Fourth Ward Park Splash Pad or Piedmont Park Legacy Fountain. For just $2 per person, you can visit one of our personal favorites -- The Spray Station at East Roswell Park.

Summer Movie Series
Catch all your favorite movies in Central Park at Atlantic Station during free summer screenings every Thursday night at dusk. Pack a picnic or enjoy to-go options from many Atlantic Station restaurants that provide a discount for movie-goers. Mention “Movies in Central Park” or present a Movies + Dinner card (available at concierge) to receive special pricing. Prefer air conditioning? Check out the weekday summer movie series at participating Studio Movie Grill theaters, where you can escape the summer heat to watch $3 screenings of recent and popular children’s films.

Kids Bowl Free
Kids Bowl Free is a national program designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure and fun way for kids to spend time during the summer. Through this program, registered children can bowl two games per day for free, all summer long. For participating bowling centers, visit Kidsbowlfree.com.

Go for Ice Cream
Visit any of Atlanta's popular ice cream shops to indulge in America's favorite sweet treat. Here are a couple of our favorites: Jake's Ice Cream, located in the Irwin Street Market; and Morelli's Gourmet Ice Cream on Moreland Avenue and at the Edgewood Retail District.

Catch a Puppet Show
Enjoy family performances at Center for Puppetry Arts. For weekly puppet shows, check the Roswell Summer Puppet Series at Roswell Cultural Arts Center.

Second Sunday Fundays
Second Sunday Fundays is a new program offering free admission and family-friendly programing at the High Museum of Art on the second Sunday of each month, from noon to 5 p.m. This program launches June 14 in conjunction with CREATE ATL, Family Fun at Woodruff Arts Center, the first of four family festivals.