Updated every Monday — Oct 24 - Oct 30
Atlanta mixes a busy business core with leafy residential neighborhoods, a strong arts scene, and a large student population. That adds up to a steady supply of free items, from curbside furniture and moving-sale leftovers to community events, museum free days, and campus giveaways. This page collects current freebies around the metro area so you can see what's available nearby.
Oct 24 - Oct 30
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Museums, concerts, tours and events you can walk into for free.
Bank of America and Merrill cardholders get free general admission at roughly seven Atlanta venues on the first full weekend of each month. Show your physical card and photo ID at the ticket desk, since the program is Museums on Us and the card is the only thing that unlocks it. Check each venue's participation and any exclusions, like special exhibits, before you go. Free entry is usually for the cardholder alone, so confirm whether guests are covered.
Adults can study for the GED at no charge in weekly in-person classes run by state-approved adult education programs. Contact WorkSource Atlanta to find a class location and enroll, since sessions are offered at set sites rather than online signup. Check with them about eligibility requirements and class schedules before you go.
This is job training in logistics or healthcare at no charge, open to anyone 18 or older, including people with past justice system involvement. To start, sign up for an information session through the Atlanta page at strive.org. The program decides who qualifies and how enrollment works, so confirm the requirements at the session.
Atlanta's Craigslist free section is full of secondhand furniture, appliances, and building materials that people would rather give away than haul to the curb. Message the poster, then arrange pickup, which means bringing your own truck or helpers. Listings turn over daily and good items can be claimed within minutes, so check often.
Local members give away furniture, books, baby gear, clothing, and other household items at no cost. You'll need to join the Atlanta group on Trash Nothing, then reply to a post and arrange pickup yourself. Popular items tend to disappear quickly, and you can post your own giveaways for free too.
You can explore the visitor center exhibits, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the streets around Dr. King's childhood home without paying admission. No signup or ticket is needed to walk the site. Birth home tours are walk-up only and can run out on busy days, so go early and check hours at nps.gov before you visit.
Cardholders get standard entry at about seven Atlanta-area museums at no charge, though the lineup rotates. Bring a Bank of America or Merrill credit or debit card and a photo ID to the ticket desk during the month's first complete weekend. Special exhibits and ticketed events are typically not covered, so confirm each museum's participation on its Museums on Us listing before you go.
You can see the current exhibitions at this Atlanta art center without paying, and there's no ticket, signup, or membership involved. Just show up during open hours. Exhibits and hours change, so check the venue's site before you go.
Entry to Atlanta's main art museum is listed as free on the second Sunday of each month, with no signup or purchase mentioned. Hours, ticket requirements, and capacity limits aren't specified, so confirm them on the museum's website calendar before you go.
General admission is covered when you show a Bank of America or Merrill Lynch card and a photo ID at the entrance. It runs through the Museums on Us program and repeats on the opening weekend of every month, though not every card qualifies, so confirm yours with the bank. The next dates are November 7-8.
What your library card gets you, beyond books.
Wednesday-morning storytime with songs and activities for kids ages 2 to 5, and a caregiver needs to stay with them. It's a regular library program, so no membership or signup is mentioned. Branch and start time vary, so confirm both on the Fulton County Library System events page before you go.
Free things for babies, kids and families.
Kids get in at no charge once a month, on the first Saturday, at the Children's Museum of Atlanta. Families receiving food stamps reportedly pay a reduced rate on other days. This comes from a parents' group post, not the museum, so check the museum's website for whether adults pay, whether you need to reserve tickets, and what proof the discount requires.
The latest offers that work in Atlanta and everywhere else.
Target is hosting a Holiday Kick Off With Toys event on November 7 from 12 PM to 4 PM, where attendees can pick up a free Holiday Bear keychain. The event also includes demos of the latest toys. Visit a participating Target store during the event hours to get the keychain, which is likely available while supplies last.
NYX is hosting a free Halloween makeup demo at select Target stores on October 24 from 12 to 4 p.m. Stop by during those hours to watch the demo and pick up a free gem sticker while supplies last. The event is in-store only and available only at participating locations, so check Target's NYX event page to find out whether your store is included.
Pottery Barn Kids is hosting a free Halloween craft event for children on October 24 at select store locations. Check the store events page on the Pottery Barn Kids website to find a participating store near you and confirm the time and details before you go. Availability may vary by location, so it's a good idea to verify that your local store is taking part.
Starbucks is predicted to bring back Red Cup Day on November 12th, though the date is not officially confirmed. Based on past years, buying a handcrafted holiday beverage should get you a free reusable red cup, available at participating Starbucks locations while supplies last. Check the Starbucks website or app closer to the date for confirmed details and participating stores.
LEGO and Barnes & Noble are hosting free holiday LEGO build events at participating Barnes & Noble stores on various dates throughout November. The events are geared toward kids ages 10 and up, and since dates and times vary by location, check with your local store for the schedule and any sign-up requirements.
Michaels is hosting a free Chenille Stem Ghost or Spider craft event on October 24th from 10AM to 12PM. The event is open to anyone ages 4 and up, and no registration is required, so you can simply stop by your local Michaels store during the event window. Use the Michaels store locator to find a participating location near you.
Arby's Rewards members can get a free Chicken or Angus Cheesesteak sandwich when they spend $10 or more, from October 26 through November 1. A rewards account is required to claim the offer, so new customers should create a free Arby's account on the Arby's website before ordering.
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) is giving away a free 2027 Fellowship Calendar as part of its annual calendar offer. Request yours through the IFCJ online form at help.ifcj.org. Availability is not guaranteed and the offer may end at any time, so submit your request early if you want a copy for next year.
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Marietta and Roswell Fire Museums
These two small fire museums are always free, and they are easy to overlook next to the big-name attractions.
Free Downtown Walking Tours
Atlanta lists free walking tours of downtown among its museums and walking-tour options.
Cabbagetown and Inman Park
Neighborhoods for a less touristy Atlanta, where you can also try Korean bibimbap at Woo Nam Jeong Stone Bowl House.
CityPASS
Bundles several top attractions, including the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, the CNN Studios Tour and Zoo Atlanta.
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