Free Events
Fri May 17, 2013
Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free admission as well as free events and walking tours during the first Baltimore Museum Week, May 19 to 24.
Free Events
Fri May 17, 2013
It's free: the Israel Street Festival, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, May 19 in Fairfax. There will be a petting zoo, exhibits, Israeli dancing, musical performances and a marketplace.
Free Food
Fri May 17, 2013
Buy $30 in Pei Wei gift cards between now and May 26 and get a free combo on your next visit. You must claim your freebie by June 2.
Free Events
Fri May 17, 2013
The African American Civil War Memorial and Museum will mark the Sesquicentennial of the establishment of the Bureau of U.S. Colored Troops with a wreath laying ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 22. At noon, there will be a lecture and book signing by author Rachel Swarns about her book "American Tapestry: The Story of the Black, White, and Multiracial Ancestors of Michelle Obama." Both events are free.
Free Events
Thu May 16, 2013
Watch the Outdoor Film Festival in Rosslyn Fridays at dusk at Gateway Park, May 1 to Aug. 30. This year's theme is "Summer School." And the lineup includes movies like "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "Can't Buy Me Love," "Bring It On" and "American Graffiti."
Free Events
Thu May 16, 2013
It's GardenFest Weekend in Shepherdstown, W. Va., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 18 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Most events are free. Look for all sorts of garden-related activities, musical performances, displays by local artists and potters and kids activities.
Free Stuff
Thu May 16, 2013
Book at least a two-night stay in Cumberland Valley, Pa., online and get a free $75 Visa card. Limited time offer while supplies last.
Free Stuff
Thu May 16, 2013
Brightnest is a Website that helps you take care of your home by providing maintenance tips, and reminding you of tasks that need to be done around the house. You can create a personalized schedule. And now there's a free iPhone app.
Free Events
Thu May 16, 2013
Forty-five farms and venues are taking part in Loudoun County's Spring Farm Tour, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 18 and 19. Most farms are free to visit, but some stops on the self-guided tour charge an entrance fee. See the tour brochure for details and information on the fun, family activities each farm is offering over the weekend. They range from learning how to shoe a horse, to weaving demonstrations to cow-pie putt putt golf.
Free Stuff
Thu May 16, 2013
Stay at a participating Holiday Inn Resort hotel before June 30, and earn a free airline, gas or train gift card worth up to $100. Join the Priority Club Rewards program to take part in the offer.
Free Stuff
Thu May 16, 2013
Maryland Live! Casino has a "Salute To Our Troops" offer. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., May 18 and 27, show your Military or DOD ID at the casino's Live Rewards Club to get a $25 free slot play bonus.
Free Events
Thu May 16, 2013
Admission is free to the Taste of Arlington, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 19. You do need to buy tickets to sample the food and drinks. But there will also be a Washington Capitals and Wizards KidZone, concert performances, a dog park area (it's a doggie friendly event) artwork from local artists to see, and more.
Free Food
Thu May 16, 2013
Get a free large side when you buy any Family Meal at Boston Market with this coupon, good through Monday, May 20.
Other Free
Wed May 15, 2013
Do you have a child 12 months old or younger? If you sign up him or her up for the Baby's First Circus program from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, you'll get a voucher good for a free ticket to any performance anytime, anywhere. It does not expire.
Free Food
Wed May 15, 2013
Get a free small guacamole and chips when you buy Surfside's May special: Jerk chicken with coconut rice and fried plantains. You'll need this coupon, good through May 20.
Free Events
Wed May 15, 2013
Here's something new in Takoma Park: The inaugural Celebrate Takoma Festival is 1-5 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at Takoma-Piney Branch Neighborhood Park. Admission is free, there will be a stage with live entertainment, crafts and games. There will also be crafts and food for sale.
Free Events
Wed May 15, 2013
Family Meal in Frederick is offering its first annual free, Summer Drive-in Movie Series, every other Wednesday, May 22 through Sept. 11. Family-friendly films are shown on a 40-foot screen in their parking lot, plus there's local live music before each film. The parking lot opens at 6 p.m., the music starts at 7, followed by the movie at 8:30.
Free Events
Wed May 15, 2013
Enjoy free Wednesday lunchtime concerts at Canal Park in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood of Southeast D.C., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 15 to July 31.
Free Events
Tue May 14, 2013
May 18-19 is Play Golf America Weekend, and there are free events Saturday, May 18 at East Potomac Golf Course in D.C.
Free Events
Tue May 14, 2013
Sunday, May 19 is Play Golf America Weekend, and there are free events at TopGolf in Alexandria
Other Free
Tue May 14, 2013
Buy a tumbler at Caribou Coffee and they'll fill it with a free medium sparkling drink. Offer good through May 27. Just show this:
Free Food
Tue May 14, 2013
Check in with a friend on Foursquare at a participating Krispy Kreme location on May 15 and 22nd, and each of you will get a free Key Lime doughnut.
Free Food
Fri May 10, 2013
Buy $30 in Landmark Theatres gift cards (Good at E Street Cinema and Bethesda Row Cinema) and get a free small popcorn. Or, buy $50 in gift cards and get two small popcorns. Offer good for a limited time. Free popcorn coupons must be used by June 20.
Free Food
Thu May 09, 2013
Get a free Signature Auntie Anne's Pretzel at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City when you buy Pretzel Stix or Pretzel Nuggets. Here's the coupon, good through May 31:
Free Events
Thu May 09, 2013
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's newest exhibit and website is called "Some Were Neighbors: Collaboration & Complicity in The Holocaust". It explores how thousands of ordinary people either tolerated or supported the Nazis' crimes against Jews. Museum admission is free, but from March through August you need a timed ticket to see the museum's Permanent Exhibition.
Free Events
Thu May 09, 2013
"Rock The Dock" at the Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa with live music, DJs and karaoke right by the water on the Chesapeake Bay. The series runs through September 8, and there is no cover charge. They also offer special room rates on concert nights. See the schedule here:
Other Free
Thu May 09, 2013
Kids age 15 and younger who register for AMF Bowling Centers' Summer Unplugged program can enjoy two free games of bowling a day, every day, all summer long at participating centers.
Other Free
Thu May 09, 2013
Get a free $50 Morton's Reward Card when you buy $250 worth of Morton's Gift Cards, now through June 16.
Free Food
Wed May 08, 2013
Every guest who visits a participating Greene Turtle location between now and May 26, gets a green "Wait & Win" envelope. Bring the envelope to your server during your next visit to find out what's inside. Every envelope contains a freebie, ranging from free soft drinks for your table all the way up to a free Caribbean cruise with airfare.
Other Free
Wed May 08, 2013
Dog owners in the City of Frederick who sign the "Scoop The Poop and Don't Pollute" Pledge will get a free pet waste bag dispenser while supplies last. The city is trying to prevent dog poop from ending up in the Chesapeake Bay.
Other Free
Wed May 08, 2013
May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a great time to download a free iPhone and iPad app called TickID. It helps you identify ticks that are carriers of human-borne diseases like Lyme. The app also provides tips for how to remove a tick if you find one on you, as well as steps to take if you've been exposed to a tick.
Free Events
Thu May 02, 2013
Mosaic District's free Films in the Park series runs May 3 through August 30th. Here's a small taste of what's being shown: Argo, Brave, Blazing Saddles, Dazed and Confused, field of Dreams, and Rain Man.
Free Food
Thu May 02, 2013
Small or large ice cream cups or cones are buy one get one free at Ben & Jerry's at National Harbor all during May with this coupon:
Other Free
Thu May 02, 2013
Buy a select Dell PC, get a free $200 Promo eGift Card. Rules and restrictions apply.
Free Events
Tue Apr 30, 2013
The annual Sunset Concert Festival returns to Charles County with free events May 3 through August 30 at O'Donnell Lake in St. Charles.
Free Events
Tue Apr 30, 2013
The free Friday Night Live outdoor concert series at Rockville Town Square kicks off May 3 and continues through September 27. Enjoy the music from 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Free Events
Tue Apr 30, 2013
Starting May 9 and continuing every second Thursday of the month through October from 6-9 p.m., you'll find interactive art events in Old Town Alexandria in the Lower King Street area. You'll find art receptions, live performances and more - all free. Each month's event features a different theme. Plus dozens of Old Town businesses will stay open for your shopping pleasure until 8 p.m. on Thursdays in May and June.
Other Free
Tue Apr 30, 2013
Give more, get more. Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive a free $15 bonus coupon. See site for details.
Other Free
Tue Apr 30, 2013
Bring the coupon and receive a free copy of The Capitol Steps CD with your ticket purchase. Valid for Washington DC performances only. Offer valid through May 31st.
Free Events
Tue Apr 30, 2013
If you've never seen The U.S. Army Military District of Washington's Twilight Tattoo, put it on your summer to-do list. It's an hour-long military pageant held on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. Performances are held from May through August and are free and open to the public. Check out the tentative schedule here:
Other Free
Mon Apr 29, 2013
It's new: The Digital Public Library of America offers free digital access to millions of items from libraries, archives and museums in the U.S.
Free Food
Mon Apr 29, 2013
Every 3rd check in on Foursquare at Alexandria’s locally owned Haute Dog & Fries restaurant gets free ice cream. Also valid at the Purcellville location.
Free Events
Thu Apr 25, 2013
They're back this year: Free Pilates classes in Farragut Square Park, 5:30-6:30 p.m. every Tuesday now through June 25. Bring your own mat!
Other Free
Thu Apr 25, 2013
Now through May 31, Virginia residents can buy a single-day ticket to Colonial Williamsburg that gets you free admission for the rest of the year.
Other Free
Thu Apr 25, 2013
Send a personalized "Well-Wish" and two free Yogi Tea samples to a friend.
Free Food
Wed Apr 24, 2013
Beltway Plaza Mall in Greenbelt is offering free lunch and a free movie to workers who are furloughed from their jobs as a result of sequestration. Show your furlough notice at the Academy 8 Theaters box office, fill out a mall survey form, and you'll get a coupon good for a free movie ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket for any Monday screening. You'll also get a coupon good for free lunch at one of six participating restaurants, or a free fruit or cookie instead. One set of coupons per customer. The "Beat the Furlough" program continues through May 31st.
Free Food
Thu Apr 18, 2013
Join Mon Ami Gabi of Bethesda's text club, and you'll get freebie deals sent to your phone every other Thursday. This week's offer is a free Cobb Salad. To sign up, text "GabiMD" to 30364.
Free Events
Wed Apr 17, 2013
2013 marks the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, and all sorts of free, family-friendly events are going on at Gettysburg National Military Park.
Other Free
Wed Apr 17, 2013
Revisit two famous disasters at "Fire & Ice: Hindenburg and Titanic", an exhibit running through January 6, 2014 at the National Postal Museum. You've probably never thought of them this way before, but both were massive mobile post offices offering the fastest delivery of their time. Museum admission is free.
Other Free
Wed Apr 17, 2013
Smithsonian Folkways, the Smithsonian's non-profit record label, has its own internet radio station and loads of free playlists you can listen to anytime.
Other Free
Wed Apr 17, 2013
If you're planning a vacation with the kids to the Big Apple, check out this list of free, family-friendly things to do in New York City from Trekaroo.
Free Stuff
Wed Apr 17, 2013
Every month, Amazon spotlights Artists On The Rise, offering you a free track from each, and the opportunity to buy more music at a discounted price.
Free Events
Tue Apr 16, 2013
The National Zoo's large and high-tech new Elephant Trails Elephant Community Center is now open! The zoo's three Asian elephants can now freely roam in and out of two buildings. The space includes a giant sand pit, a wading pool, and a shower the elephants themselves can turn on and off.
Free Events
Tue Apr 16, 2013
The new exhibition at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. Called "Time and Navigation", described as the untold story of getting from here to there. It features 144 objects including a navigating satellite, a robotic vehicle that can drive itself, and a representation of a 19th century ship from the U.S. Exploring Expedition. Admission is free.
Free Events
Thu Apr 11, 2013
The Interfaith Meditation Initiative offers unique opportunities to take part in free meditations led by religious leaders from all sorts of different backgrounds, from Baha’i to Buddhist, Christian, Sufi Muslim and more.
Free Food
Thu Apr 11, 2013
Join the la Madeleine E-club and receive monthly emails on all the delicious things happening at la Madeleine. When you sign up, you'll receive an email for a a petite Salade or cup of Soupe. They'll also send you an email for a free pastry for your birthday.
Free Food
Thu Apr 11, 2013
For a limited time, choose one of five entrees to eat at Olive Garden for $12.95, and they'll send you home with a second entree to eat later, free.
Free Stuff
Tue Apr 09, 2013
Sign up to receive one or both of Pillsbury's newsletters, and you'll also get coupons, access to free samples, and a free download of Pillsbury's all-time best recipes.
Free Stuff
Tue Apr 09, 2013
Crate and Barrel has a collection of music, apps and books you can dowload free. The freebies change regularly, so download what you like now and check the page again later.
Free Events
Mon Apr 08, 2013
Bloomery Plantation Distillery in Charles Town, W Va. offers free tours, tastings and live music on Fridays and Saturdays. The distillery is housed in a restored 1840s log cabin. Fruit cordials such as Limoncello and Cremma Lemma are made from lemons and raspberries grown right on site.
Free Stuff
Mon Apr 08, 2013
When you spend two nights at Wintergreen Resort, they'll give you the third night for free.
Free Food
Mon Apr 08, 2013
Buy 1 classic soft serve sundae, get 1 free every Wednesday.
Other Free
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Get a free night stay for every five consecutive nights you book at participating resorts with the Hilton HHonors’ Resort Escapes promotion (yes, that's how it's spelled). Sign up by April 30. Good for stays booked through September 30.
Free Food
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Get a free $10 bonus card for every $50 in gift cards you buy from Outback Steakhouse. Offer good through June 16. Bonus card is valid from May 15 to July 15.
Free Events
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Get a free Upper Reserve ticket to a 2013 regular-season Orioles game to celebrate your birthday or your child's birthday. Tickets are subject to availability.
Free Events
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Leesburg's First Friday celebration takes place on the first Friday of every month. Walk around historic downtown Leesburg and take in art exhibits, musical performances, wine tastings and more. Dozens of stores, restaurants and galleries are open extra-late and offering freebies and discounts.
Free Stuff
Thu Apr 04, 2013
The free ParkMe app has been upgraded to include real-time parking information for more than 100 Colonial Parking locations around the D.C. region. Bring it up on your phone, and you can see if a particular garage or lot has room for your car before you drive there. It also lets you know hourly parking rates in advance.
Free Stuff
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Through Amazon's AutoRip service, when you buy any CD you'll get a free digital copy added to your Cloud Player library. And now, buying AutoRip vinyl records will also get you a free digital copy.
Free Food
Thu Apr 04, 2013
Kids eat free at Mellow Mushroom in Adams Morgan from 4-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It all starts April 5, when the restaurant kicks off the promotion with a party complete with face painting, corn hole games, and for grownups: drink specials.
Free Events
Thu Apr 04, 2013
See the work of graduating students of the Corcoran College of Art + Design at NEXT, an exhibition at the Corcoran Gallery of Art running April 6 to May 19. You’ll see animation, paintings, performance, photos, sculpture and more. Admission is free.
Free Food
Wed Apr 03, 2013
Receive a coupon for a free Minibon when you join Club Cinnabon.
Free Stuff
Fri Mar 29, 2013
To celebrate the start of baseball season, the
National Archives is offering a free e-book
called "Baseball: The National Pastime in the
National Archives." It tells the story of
baseball in America through documents,
photographs, audio, video, and other records
preserved at the National Archives.
Free Events
Fri Mar 29, 2013
There are all sorts of free things to check out at Artisphere in Arlington, from cool visual arts displays to performance art and musical performances. You can also get free parking with validation for weeknight events after 5 p.m. and all day on weekends.
Free Events
Fri Mar 29, 2013
Enjoy free admission every Tuesday to the
Butterfly Pavilion at the Smithsonian's
National Museum of Natural History. Enjoy live
plants and butterflies flying freely around
the enclosure. Timed tickets are still
required and are available at the Butterfly
Pavilion Box Office beginning at 10 a.m. each
Tuesday.
Free Food
Fri Mar 29, 2013
Get a free Slurpee when you text 711711 on your Android or iPhone to get the 7-Eleven app. The convenience store says the app will alert you to even more freebies and deals.
Free Stuff
Thu Mar 28, 2013
If you travel a lot - this freebie's for you.
Sign up for Hotel.com's Welcome Rewards
program, and when you book 10 nights at any
qualifying Welcome Rewards hotel, you'll
automatically earn one free night you can use
toward your next booking.
Free Stuff
Thu Mar 28, 2013
The Visit Montgomery website has a pageful of
special offers from Montgomery County
merchants, including a printable coupon for
one free game or bowling and shoe rental for
up to four people per lane at 300 Shady Grove
in Gaithersburg. Offer valid from April 1 to
September 3.
Free Food
Thu Mar 28, 2013
Give Lime Fresh Mexican Grill a “Like” on Facebook to get a free queso.
Free Events
Thu Mar 21, 2013
48 works of art by the finalists in this year’s Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition are on display at the National Portrait Gallery from March 23, 2013 through February 23, 2014. It’s the nation’s most prestigious portrait competition.
Free Food
Thu Mar 21, 2013
Food truck fans, we want you to know: The PhoWheels Vietnamese food truck has a frequent eaters program. Buy 10 Pho or Banh Mi and you’ll get the 11th free.
Free Events
Wed Mar 20, 2013
At Artfully Chocolate, we want to change Mondays from Mindless to Madcap. Stop by between 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. for a FREE sampling of the wine du jour and some other goodies we've selected to pair nicely with that wine.
Free Food
Thu Mar 14, 2013
Like Quizno’s on Facebook and you’ll get a coupon good for a free small sub when you buy a sub and a fountain drink.
Free Events
Thu Mar 07, 2013
Get free admission to the movie “Monsters University” (in theaters June 21) when you buy one of three eligible DVD or Blu-Ray versions of “Monsters, Inc.”. Log in to or sign up for Disney Movie Rewards (It’s free to join) and enter the “Magic Code” from your movie to get your free admission. Valid for purchases made between 2/19/13 and 7/31/13.
Free Food
Tue Feb 26, 2013
Every time the #36 Chevrolet driven by J.J. Yeley finishes in the Top 10 in a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race, kids can enjoy a free buffet with an adult buffet purchase at participating Golden Corral restaurants on the Monday after the race.
Free Food
Tue Feb 26, 2013
Every time Ryan Newman and his #39 Chevrolet finish in the Top 10 in one of this year's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Races, you get a free Bloomin' Onion with any purchase at Outback the Monday after the race. Just mention Ryan Newman or "Bloomin' Monday" to your server.
Free Food
Tue Feb 26, 2013
Sign up to get email offers from Arby's and you'll get a coupon for a free Roast Beef Classic when you buy a drink.
Free Food
Thu Feb 21, 2013
The Visit Annapolis website has an "Events and
Deals" section that includes a coupon good for
a free tasting portion of an Irish Cabbage
Wrap that was featured on the Food Network
show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." Offer good
at Galway Bay in Annapolis, Brian Boru in
Severna Park, or Killarney House in
Davidsonville. Just fill out a short form and
bring it with you.
Free Stuff
Thu Feb 21, 2013
Join Home Depot's Garden Club to receive member-
only discounts when you sign up.
Free Stuff
Wed Feb 20, 2013
What was every kid's favorite toy back in 1997 that's making a comeback in 2013? That's right - the Tamagotchi is back! The free Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. app is celebrating the Sweet 16 anniversary of the original game. Right now it is only available for download on Android devices but will soon be available on the iOS platform.
Free Stuff
Tue Feb 19, 2013
Get the Official Girl Scouts of the USA Cookie
Finder app for Android. Support Girl Scouts by
using this free app that will help to navigate
your way to Thin Mints, Lemonades, Tagalongs,
Shout Outs, Samoas, and all the other Girl
Scout cookies in your area and around the
nation.
Free Stuff
Tue Feb 19, 2013
Get the Official Girl Scouts of the USA Cookie
Finder app for iPhone. Support Girl Scouts by
using this free app that will help to navigate
your way to Thin Mints, Lemonades, Tagalongs,
Shout Outs, Samoas, and all the other Girl
Scout cookies in your area and around the
nation.
Other Free
Thu Feb 14, 2013
University of Maryland holds many free events
for students throughout the year. Check out
their "Free Stuff @ Maryland" website for a
complete listing.
Free Stuff
Tue Feb 12, 2013
Beautiful hair is just the beginning when you
sign up for the
L'Oréal Paris Gold Rewards program. When you
purchase any
5 L'Oréal Paris hair color products, you will
receive the next one
FREE! Simply enter the code found on each box
prior to coloring
and it will count toward your reward. Plus,
look for limited-time perks along the way.
Other Free
Mon Feb 04, 2013
As part of Bank of America's Museums on Us program, you can receive free admission to the National Museum of Women in the Arts during the first full weekend of each month. Present your Bank of america or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card to get in free.
Free Food
Tue Jan 29, 2013
Sign up to join Club Baja and receive a free taco. Members will also receive a coupon for a free burrito on their birthday.
Free Food
Mon Jan 28, 2013
Get free coffee or hot tea in the IKEA restaurant anytime is one of many perks when you sign up for the Ikea Family Card. It is free to sign up for the IKEA Family Card.
Other Free
Wed Jan 23, 2013
For Virginia Residents Only. Busch Gardens® is offering kids ages 3 through 5, who are Virginia residents, a Free Sesame Street® Forest Of Fun™ Preschool Pass, valid for unlimited admission to both Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA® through Sept. 2, 2013. Hurry, passes must be registered and redeemed at the park by May 31, 2013.
Free Stuff
Thu Jan 17, 2013
Kids sail free on Disney Cruise Lines when
traveling with two full-fare guests on select
2013 sailings leaving Miami, Florida and
Galveston, Texas.
Free Food
Thu Jan 17, 2013
Buy a jumbo coffee, get two doughnuts free. That's just one of the 17 coupons you can clip and use at participating Donut Connection locations. The coupons don't expire until December 31.
Other Free
Wed Jan 16, 2013
Want to get away to Florida? Check the
VisitFlorida.com website for loads of offers.
For example, book a stay of at least 4 nights
at select resorts in Orlando, and get 2 free
adult tickets to one of the Walt Disney World
Theme Parks good for 3 days.
Free Food
Wed Jan 16, 2013
Red Robin Burgers Red Royalty Members can earn up to $30 off by taking part in the "Savor The Dates Challenge." Order certain menu items on certain days in 2013, and you'll earn stamps that add up to reward dollars.