California State Parks: Free Fourth Grade Pass
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Free entry at 54 participating state parks for a fourth grader, up to three adults and the other children in the same vehicle. For 2026-27 it can be downloaded starting Aug. 1 and is valid through Aug. 31 of the following year. Does not cover supplemental fees such as camping or swimming.
Who it's for: California public-school fourth graders and their families
How: A parent or guardian downloads the pass at ReserveCalifornia.com (an account is required; this site collects nothing). Print it or show it on a mobile device.
Source: official page · more · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
California State Library Parks Pass
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Borrow a free vehicle day-use pass from your local public library (and select tribal libraries) for over 200 participating state park units; valid for one passenger vehicle with capacity of nine or fewer, or one motorcycle. Not valid for per-person entry or tour fees, boat use, camping, group use, special events or extra-vehicle fees.
Who it's for: California public library cardholders
How: Check out the pass with your library card; loan length is set by the library.
Source: official page · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
California State Parks: Golden Bear Pass
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Free vehicle day-use access at over 200 California State Parks units. Passes are valid from issuance until December 31 of the year issued.
Who it's for: Families receiving CalWORKs; SSI recipients; income-eligible Californians over 62; Tribal TANF participants
How: Review the application requirements, apply and submit documents on the State Parks page; approved applicants get a 30-day temporary pass while the card is mailed.
Source: official page · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
Some of these list examples from specific libraries or states; check that the program is offered where you live.
Museums for All (SNAP EBT card admission)
Low costProgram / passMultiple states
Free to $5 admission for up to 4 people per SNAP EBT card at participating museums (1,600+ nationwide). EBT cards from any state are accepted.
Who it's for: EBT cardholders
How: Bring your EBT card and a photo ID. No registration. Each museum sets its own rate and some ask for walk-in purchase, so check the museum page.
Participating list by state: see source. Rates vary by museum.
Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
Bank of America Museums on Us
Free days / free for someProgram / passMultiple states
Free general admission on the first full weekend of every month to Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit cardholders at participating museums. Next weekend: Nov 7-8, 2026.
Who it's for: Bank of America / Merrill cardholders
How: Show your active card and a government photo ID. One general admission per cardholder; special exhibitions excluded. Check the museum's listing on the Bank of America map.
Not a Bank of America endorsement; this is an informational listing with no affiliation.
Source: official page · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
Every Kid Outdoors (4th grade pass)
FreeProgram / passMultiple states
2026-27 school year pass: free entry at federal lands and waters (national parks, wildlife refuges, etc.) for the 4th grader, all children under 16 and up to 3 adults in one private vehicle. Expires Aug 31, 2027.
Who it's for: Families with a 4th grader
How: The 4th grader completes a short online activity and prints a paper voucher at EveryKidOutdoors.gov (we never collect any information). Does not cover state parks, parking, camping or tours.
Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.
Library museum and park passes
DiscountedProgram / passMultiple states
Many public libraries lend or reserve free or discounted passes for museums, zoos, farms and parks. Examples: Boston Public Library lists Boston Children's Museum at $12 per person for up to 4; Oxford (MA) and Athol (MA) list free-admission passes to several museums; Attleboro (MA) lists a free RISD Museum pass.
Who it's for: Library cardholders (rules vary by library)
How: Search your own library's website for 'museum passes'. Each library has its own pass list, reservation system and return rules. Passes are limited and set by the participating attractions.
Example pages only; your library's list will differ.
Source: official page · more · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17. Confirm hours and prices with the venue.