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9/13/2026 Weekend Freebies and Deals

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This weekend has been busy with SCA events, the never-ending mountain of laundry, and meal prep for the coming week.

Here are some freebies and deals that are available year-round!

For free food resources, see my comprehensive list here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

FREE Bad Sheep Yarn Birthday Mini + FREE Shipping
Free Chick-fil-A Birthday Item Every Year
FREE Full-Size BONKERS Surprise Dog Treats & Dog Toy
Get Free Samples by Mail: List of Legitimate Freebies & Free Samples From Brand Name Companies
FREE LEGO Batman Bust Build Event
Insomnia Cookies PJ Party: FREE Cookies, Merch & More
The Best Birthday Freebies and Free Stuff for Seniors
FREE Carl’s Jr. Famous Star with Cheese
FREE WHOOP Basic Health Panel – a $69 Value
FREE Fish or Chicken at Long John Silver’s on September 19th
6 FREE Cookies at Tiff’s Treats
FREE Davines Essential Haircare Samples
FREE Custom Bottle Label at Walgreens
FREE Confetti Bundtlet at Nothing Bundt Cakes on September 15th
FREE 12-Pack of Pepsi Zero Sugar
FREE Movie Ticket to The Weight
Here Are 6 Ways To Get Free Baby Formula Samples
FREE Fruit Snacks, Eucerin Samples, Hot Wheels Giveaway & More at Target
FREE $25 at Home Depot
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Tiny Fugitives
FREE ARM & HAMMER Fabric Rinse
FREE $5 Amazon Prime Video Credit
FREE Arey’s Proactive Haircare Solution Products
FREE Movie Ticket to Runner
FREE Smoke Alarm from Red Cross

Deals:

No Boundaries Women’s Beach Insulated Mini Tote Bag ONLY $7.97 (Reg $16)
Dollar General Coupons: Save Money on Gain, Dove, Snuggle & More
Flash Sale: Up to 70% Off Women’s Shoes, Handbag and More at Macy’s
Silicone Cooking Utensils Set ONLY $19.97 at Walmart (Reg $38)
Top Wednesday Food Deals: Midweek Dining Discounts to Devour
Wonder Nation Backpacks ONLY $1.99 at Walmart (Reg $5)
Halloween Candy: Buy 1 Get 1 50% off M&M’s, Skittles & More at Target
Aeropostale 2 Free T-Shirts when you buy 1
SKIMS Discount Codes & Coupons: Up to 30% Off an Order of Panties, Bras and Shapewear
Nike Promina Women’s Walking Shoes ONLY $48.97 (Reg $70)
Facial Cleansing Brush Face Scrubber ONLY $4.99 (Reg $13)
KitchenAid 5-Speed Ultra Power Hand Mixer ONLY $34.98 (Reg $60)
The Best Amazon Snack Deals to Scoop Up NOW
Ulta Beauty 21 Days of Beauty Sale: Save 50% on Today’s Deals!
Thursday Food Deals to Kick Off the Almost-Weekend
Looking For An Alternative to Crocs? Check Out These Knock Off, Fake Crocs at the Lowest Prices
24-Pack Kitchen Dishcloths ONLY $5 on Amazon
Midea 0.9 cu ft 900W Microwave Oven ONLY $59.99 at Target (Reg $100)
Walmart has the VIZIO 65-Inch Class Quantum 4K Smart TV ONLY $328 (Reg $498)
Eastsport Backpacks as low as $7.99 at Walmart (Reg $25)
LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 ONLY $25 at Walmart
Halloween Decor From $2.49 at Michaels
Bedsure Soft Fleece Throw Bed Blanket ONLY $9.98 (Reg $18)
Elle Roamer Vegan Leather Weekender Tote Bag ONLY $49.98 (Reg $88)
Chelsea Loft Pinsonic Floral Embossed 2-Piece Quilt Set ONLY $19.43 (Reg $65)
Eureka Max Swivel Deluxe Upright Vacuum ONLY $49.86 (Reg $90)
Semi-Annual Suit Sale at Macy’s: Up to 75% Off
Blink Video Doorbell + Outdoor 4 XR Wireless Smart Security Cameras ONLY $79.99 (Reg $140)
Amazon Haul Flash Deals: $2 & Under

9/4/2026 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

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It’s Labor Day Weekend! A lot of you have fun plans, trips out of town, and some of you (like us) are staying close to home and chilling out.

This week the freebie list is small, which is par for the course after the back to school rush is over. But here are some freebies and deals that are available year-round!

For free food resources, see my comprehensive list here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

PinchMe has a ton of great freebies (sample and full sizes) right now. New Samples drop every Tuesday!
FREE $75 Amazon or Visa Gift Card for Test Driving a Cadillac
FREE School Bus Organizer Workshop at Home Depot
FREE VCF Sample
FREE BYOMA Skincare, Scunci Hair Items & More for Target Circle 360 Members
FREE Pembe the Pink Cat Party
FREE Sample of Heart Grown Wild Root Bath Soak
FREE Khloud Plus Protein Chips
How to Score Sticker Freebies – Sticker Mule, Keds, Netflix and More
The Best Free Sample Boxes to Request
2 FREE Advanced Screening Tickets to ONSLAUGHT
FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
FREE Sample of Hempz Serene Waters Lotion with Magnesium
FREE $10 Instant Bonus at Ace Hardware
FREE Shark Hair Styling Tools
FREE Haunted House Kit Workshop Event at Lowe’s
FREE Fidget Cube, Carabiner or Phone Stand
Get Free Nike Gear: How to Become a Nike Product Tester
FREE Depend Fresh Protection Advanced Sample Pack
Get The Top 17 Free Baby Boxes in 2026: Walmart, Target, Amazon
FREE Hape: Pixelz Little Rock Stars Party
FREE Bag of Real Good Breaded Chicken
Up to 4 FREE Movie Tickets to THE FIX
FREE Full-Size Snacks from TasteBud
The Ultimate Guide to Birthday Freebies for Kids and Babies
FREE Jose Cuervo Margarita + Win $1,500
Grubhub Labor Day Weekend – FREE Items, BOGO & More
FREE Mind the Skin Eczema Flare Patches – a $30.99 Value
FREE 2027 JDC Jewish Calendar
FREE Hill’s Science Diet Dog Food Roll Coupon
FREE LEGO Harry Potter Micro Castle Build Event
How to Score Free Feminine Hygiene Products and Save on Essentials
FREE Creed Iris Debonair Fragrance Sample
Free Baby Stuff – Ultimate Guide to Get Free Baby Stuff
FREE Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy Plug-In at Walgreens
FREE Sample of ECRU New York Luxe Hair Gloss
FREE Fragrance Samples from Macy’s

 

Deals:

Kohl’s Labor Day Sale is LIVE – Save $10 Off, 15% Off & Kohl’s Cash
Best Target Dollar Spot Finds Today (Toys, Home Décor, and More)
LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 ONLY $25 at Walmart
Gap’s Labor Day Sale – Up to 60% Off Select Styles + Extra 50% Off Sale
Crock-Pot Manual Design Series 4.5-qt Slow Cooker ONLY $15.49 (Reg $36)
BIC Xtra Smooth Bright Edition Mechanical Pencils ONLY $5.21 (Reg $16)
DSW Coupons and Promo Codes – Up to 60% Off Clearance Online, Up to 30% Off Select Adidas & More
Eddie Bauer Labor Day Sale up to 40% Off Including New Falls Arrivals
Petco 20% Off Site Wide Sale – Big Savings on Everything for your Pets
Buy 1 Get 2 Free Towels at JCPenney

September 2026: New Healthy Freebies From Social Nature!

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 If you are into Organic/Natural/Healthy products, then Social Nature is right up your alley. Sign up and apply to sample products that you are interested in. I usually receive 4-6 offers/freebies per month, sometimes more if I have time to shop. And most of the time it’s full-size products, not just a tiny sample.

In addition to the offers where they mail you a coupon for a free product, Social Nature has started offering 100% cash-back, similar to Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. I love this because I can select exactly what I want; Social Nature tells me which local stores have it, and I can add it to my next shopping list.

And it’s just as easy as Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. Snap a pic and upload it. You can select Venmo, PayPal, or an Amazon Gift Card for your rebate.

This month, there aren’t a ton of free/100% Cashback offers available, but I’ve listed them below.

    •  Sugar-Free Electrolytes by Instant Hydration
    • Wild Tuna in Olive Oil by Rio Mare
    • Functional Energy Drinks by Odyssey
    • Mental Performance Shots by Magic Mind
    • Ready-to-Bake Cupcakes by BunnieCakes
    • 12g Plant Protein Creamer by Laird Superfood
    • Skipjack Wild Tuna by Wild Planet
    • Italian Protein Pasta by BRAMI
    • Tuna + Red Bean Salad by Wild Planet

There are a lot more offers for BOGO or a percentage off, including brands like Daiyo, Ripple, Calafia Farms, SunButter, Back to Nature, and Javvy Coffee, to name a few.

If you are looking for other rebate sites similar to Social Nature, check out Aisle,  WeStock, or Peekage.

9/1/2026 It’s Sample Thursday with PinchMe!

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Love samples? Check out PinchMe! Join PINCHme and receive free samples that you can provide feedback on.

PinchMe is awesome! Once you are signed up, they will email you reminders when new samples are about to drop, and remind you when it’s time to leave feedback.

Answer a series of questions about your household and shopping habits in the Member Profile. PinchMe learns what you like and offers samples just for you.

Once you’ve had a chance to try the samples, complete a short feedback survey to tell PinchMe what you think of the samples.

I get PinchMe samples every month. Here is a box that I recently received.

What are you waiting for? Sign up here and get on the free sample bandwagon! I’ve gotten all kinds of awesome sample/trial size items, as well as full-sized items to try out from PinchMe!

8/28/2026 Friday Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

It was our first full week of back to school/work, and it was a hot one. So hot that many local schools called off PE and had lunch inside.

I’m looking forward to a weekend cool down- If it’s not over 100, I’ll be hopping into the pool.

My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.

If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!

If your kids aren’t back to school yet and you need some adventures, here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.

For free food resources, see my comprehensive list here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

FREE 1-Hour of Topgolf for Verizon Customers
Claim Cash in the $18.8 Million O’Reilly Auto Parts Class Action Settlement
Get Tons Of Free Stickers Online: Updated Monthly
Get a Free Birthday Dessert at Olive Garden
FREE Pokemon Trading Kit at Best Buy on August 29th
FREE 2027 EWTN Family Calendar
FREE Saffron Road Meal with Survey
Get Free Beauty Samples in the Mail From La Roche-Posay, Dove, Hermes, Giorgio Armani and Others
FREE $25 to Spend at Staples
FREE Confetti Bundtlet at Nothing Bundt Cakes
FREE Sample of Grace & Stella Energizing Eye Masks
FREE Full-Size PanOxyl Acne Mask or Spot Treatment
FREE 12 Count of Ball Mason Jars at Walmart
Get Free Samples by Mail: List of Legitimate Freebies & Free Samples From Brand Name Companies
Sign up for a Free Healthy Snack Box
FREE Wendy’s 10-Piece Chicken Nuggets
FREE Marinela Hershey’s Chatterbuy Kit
FREE Fraga Farm Skincare Sample Bundle
FREE Maison Perrier French Kiss Sparkling Water
FREE 20 oz. Coca-Cola + Sweepstakes
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library – FREE Kids Book Every Month
Here’s How to Score FREE or Cheap Photo Prints: 2026

Deals:

JCPenney Labor Day Sale: Up to 50% Off + Up to 30% Off Select Bedding, Bath, Rugs, Curtains
Hoover Dual Spin Pet Plus Carpet Cleaner Machine ONLY $90.88 (Reg $142)
Dollar General Clearance Event – Starts Tomorrow August 28th
Acrylic Photo Blocks ONLY $1.99 at Walgreens (Reg $10)
Nike Reactx Women’s Slides ONLY $26 (Reg $65) + Free Shipping!
Toshiba 75-Inch 4K Smart Fire TV ONLY $369 at Best Buy (Reg $730)
Beakey Makeup Sponge Set 5-Pack ONLY $3.84 (Reg $13)
Petco Sale – 50% Off Fish Tanks, $10 Petco Cash on Blue Buffalo & Free Tasting Event
Hot Deals at Amazon Haul Starting as Low as $1.00
Sonic Electric Toothbrush ONLY $5.99 (Reg $13)
Vaseline Lip Therapy Jelly 2-Pack ONLY $2.98 on Amazon + Free Shipping
Fashion Nova Discount Code and Coupons: Save up to 80% Off on Dresses, Jeans, Tops, and Accessories
Best Cheap Sewing Machines for Advanced and Basic Sewing Projects in 2026
Sculpd Discount Codes – 10% Off Your First Order, 15% Off for You & a Friend, & More
Up to 65% Off Kohl’s Women’s Tops – Prices as Low as $4.67
Cute Heart Ghosts Friendship Duos ONLY $5 at Target
Valvoline $15 Off Instant Oil Change

8/23/2026 Weekend Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

Sorry for the delay in publishing this post- this weekend was a lot of catching up and grocery shopping!

My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.

If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!

If your kids aren’t back to school yet and you need some adventures, here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.

For free food resources, see my comprehensive list here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

FREE Sample of Xtreme Rapid Relief Balm
FREE Kohl’s Cash (Up to $100) – No Purchase Necessary
FREE Beauty Products, PR Boxes, Swag & More with Lorealistar
FREE Chocolate Dipped Fruit Cone at Edible
1 Million FREE Dunkin’ Specialty Coffee & Frozen Drinks on August 25th
7 Weeks of FREE School Supplies at Staples – FREE NeeDoh Groovy Glob
FREE Sample of IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Wet Pouch Dog Food
FREE Sample of e.l.f. Power Grip Primer
Free Perfume Samples You Can Get Right Now

Deals:

School Supplies Up to 60% Off at Target
Bath & Body Works 50% Off Select Halloween Items
The Kohl’s Credit Card: Benefits, Rewards, and How to Apply
Fall Decor From $10 at Target
Hot NEW Walmart Grocery Coupons – Save $10 off your order
PowerXL 8qt Air Max Air Fryer ONLY $39.99 (Reg $95)
Score Big Savings with the Latest Dunham’s Coupons & Deals!
Up to 60% Off Women’s Sandals, Flats & More at Macy’s
Sun Squad 10-Quart Hard Sided Cooler ONLY $5 at Target (Reg $10)

8/14/2026 Friday Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

Across the county, kids have started returning to school!

My big guy started back Wednesday, and he’s loving it so far.

My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.

If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!

If your kids aren’t back to school yet and you need some adventures, here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

FREE Pork Big Deal for Teachers at Sonny’s BBQ on August 20th For my southern friends. 
2 FREE Bath & Body Works Hand Soaps at Ulta
2 FREE Movie Tickets to The Rivals of Amziah King
FREE Sample of AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Capsule Toner
FREE Technaflora Plant Propagation Starter Pack
FREE Solar Light + FREE Shipping
FREE Full-Size Vetality Brush-Free Daily Dental Chews for Dogs
FREE Sample of CESAR Mini-Pouch Dog Food
FREE Freshmen 6-Pack of Cookies at Insomnia Cookies – 1st 30,000
FREE BIC Soleil 5 Glide Razor 2-Pack from Target
FREE Skilled Trades Training with Home Depot Path to Pro
FREE Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie Workshop Event for Kids at Lowe’s
FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Spa Weekend
Calm and Cozy: Free Baby Sleep Music for Restful Nights
FREE Reward Every Week with Panda Express Wok Wednesday
FREE L’Occitane Immortelle Divine Targeted Wrinkle Care
FREE Sample of Prowess All-In-One Cat Food
FREE Air Wick Plug-In Scented Oil Warmer Device After Walmart Cash
FREE Autumn Seasonal Collection Donut at Krispy Kreme
FREE Subscription to LEGO Magazine
FREE Movie Ticket to The Magic Faraway Tree
FREE Welcome Kit with a Target Baby Registry
FREE School Bus Organizer Workshop at Home Depot
Get Started on Your Wellness Goals with Free Supplement Samples
FREE Rare Breed Dog Treats Sample Pack
FREE $25 to Spend on Adidas
Free Zaxby’s Big Zax Snak Meal for New & Existing Rewards Members
FREE History Card Game for Teachers
We Found The Best Birthday Freebies For Kids
FREE Garnier Makeup Bag at Target
FREE Sample of Vagisil White Jasmine Feminine Wash
FREE Car Wash for First Responders at GO Car Wash
6 FREE 5×7 Photo Cards at Walgreens
FREE Sea Rim Activity Book for Kids
FREE Full-Size Nature’s Meal Natural Kids’ Supplements
Chipotle Summer of Extras – FREE Chipotle, Points & More

DealsMacy’s 10 Days of Glam: 50% Off Beauty Deals | Mario Badescu, Make Up For Ever & More
Michaels Coupons: Our Favorite Coupons for 40% Off & More Deals
Tree Hut Watermelon Overnight Lip Mask ONLY $3.80 (Reg $8)
Scott ComfortPlus Toilet Paper ONLY $5 on Amazon
Real Techniques Mini Miracle Complexion Sponge 4-Pack ONLY $3.42 (Reg $9)
PetSmart Promo Codes & Coupons: 20% Off Your Order, 35% Off Your First Order with Autoship & More
Subway BOGO Deal: New Subway Coupons for August & September
Paris Hilton Epic Nonstick Pots & Pans 12-Piece Set ONLY $59.99 (Reg $100)
Thyme & Table 20-Piece Knife Set ONLY $22.47 (Reg $96)
Save Big on Skechers Shoes with Back-to-School Sale! 25% Off Kids Styles
7-in-1 Inflatable Water Slide Bounce House w/ Blower ONLY $199.99 (Reg $380)
Walmart Released New Flash Deals – Up to 65% Off All Departments
Renpho Eye Massager ONLY $39.99 Shipped (Reg $66)
Beats Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Headphones ONLY $99.95 (Reg $200)

8/6/2026 Friday Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

This week was so busy- appointments, fun adventures, and a mountain of laundry.

We’re on the downward slide to the first day of school!

My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.

If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!

Looking for some summer fun for you and the kids? Here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

1 Million FREE Dunkin’ Refreshers on August 10th
Free Birthday Stuff in 2026: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Nimrods
FREE Sample of La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
FREE $25 to Spend at Old Navy
FREE Air Wick Plug-In Scented Oil Warmer Device After Walmart Cash
FREE ARM & HAMMER Power Sheets Chatterbuy Kit
Kids Bowl FREE All Summer
Don’t Miss this Sam’s Club Membership Deal – a Half-Price Membership!
FREE Dragon Herbs Sample Pack + FREE Shipping
FREE Sample of Fancy Feast Gems
FREE ICEE on August 18th
FREE Reward Every Week with Panda Express Wok Wednesday
The Ultimate Guide to Free Toothpaste Samples
FREE Full-Size Oh No Flo Menstrual Cramp Soothing Oil
Big List of 110 Restaurants to Get Free Food
FREE Whopper at Burger King
FREE SmartGames IQ Puzzles Party Pack
Get Your Free Teeth Whitening Samples: A Brighter Smile Awaits

Deals

Flash Sale: Up to 70% Off Women’s Shoes, Handbag and More at Macy’s
Sam’s Club Membership Benefits: Tips and Tricks to Save More at Sam’s Club
Top 43 Restaurants with Senior Discounts: Updated 2026
Lululemon Factory Outlet Stores – Your Favorite Brand at a Fraction of the Cost!
10 School Supplies to Get at Walmart.com to Avoid the Crowds
Back to School Sale on Amazon as low as $0.50
Petco Sale – Buy 3, Get 1 FREE All Dog Treats & Chews
Maximize Your Home Improvement Savings with the MyLowe’s Rewards Program
Farberware Disney 3-Piece Nonstick Mickey Head Cake Pan Set ONLY $19.34 (Reg $43)
wet n wild Enhance and Define Megawear Mascara ONLY $2.00 (Reg $4.00)
JoyJolt Disney Winnie the Pooh 4-Piece Drinking Glasses ONLY $23.99 (Reg $50)
Juicy Couture 4-Pc Viva La Travel Size Eau De Parfum Gift Set ONLY $25 (Reg $50)
Semi-Annual Intimates at Kohl’s – $29.99 & Under + Coupon!
Kids Shoes 30% Off at Target
Looking For An Alternative to Crocs? Check Out These Knock Off, Fake Crocs at the Lowest Prices
How to Coupon at Target (SO many EASY Ways to Save Even More At Target!)
Subway BOGO Deal: New Subway Coupons for August
The Children’s Place – Up to 77% Off All Shorts
What’s the Best Time to Go to Costco for Hassle-Free Shopping?
JCPenney Home Sale – Up to 50% Off + Extra 30% Off w/ Coupon
Kids & Baby Sale at Old Navy: Deals & Steals From $6
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day 3-Pack ONLY $8.98 Shipped on Amazon (That’s $2.99 Each!)
Toys Clearance at Walmart as low as $4.97 (Reg $10)

August 2026: New Healthy Freebies From Social Nature!

Abby H.

 If you are into Organic/Natural/Healthy products, then Social Nature is right up your alley. Sign up and apply to sample products that you are interested in. I usually receive 4-6 offers/freebies per month, sometimes more if I have time to shop. And most of the time it’s full-size products, not just a tiny sample.

In addition to the offers where they mail you a coupon for a free product, Social Nature has started offering 100% cash-back, similar to Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. I love this because I can select exactly what I want, Social Nature tells me which local stores have it, and I can add it to my next shopping list.

And it’s just as easy as Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. Snap a pic and upload it. You can select Venmo, PayPal, or an Amazon Gift Card for your rebate.

This month, there aren’t a ton of free/100% Cashback offers available, but I’ve listed them below.

  •  Seasonal Valencia Oranges by Sunkist
  • Zero Sugar Collagen Tea by Pretty Tasty
  • Non-GMO Macadamia Nuts by Mauna Loa
  • Avo Oil Tortilla Chips by Xochitl
  • Wild Tuna in Olive Oil by Rio Mare
  • Solely Organic Fruit Jerky by Solely

There are a lot more offers for BOGO or a percentage off, including brands like Daiyo, Ripple, Calafia Farms, SunButter, Back to Nature, and Javvy Coffee, to name a few.

If you are looking for other rebate sites, similar to Social Nature, check out Aisle,  WeStock, or Peekage.

7/31/26 Friday Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

In our continuing frugal escapades this summer, today The smaller kid and their friend and I are headed off to SeaWorld. I scored a free educator pass, and Groupon had discount tickets.

I used my MyPoints points from surveys to get a Groupon Gift Card to lower my out-of-pocket.

My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.

If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!

Looking for some summer fun for you and the kids? Here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here.  It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.

Freebies:

Free Backpacks and School Supply Round Up (San Diego County)

FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
Sweet Surprises: How to Score Free Chocolate
FREE Ade Electrolyte Drink Mix Sample Pack
FREE Kinder Chocolate Bar After Walmart Cash
FREE LEGO Pokemon Event at Target
Get Free Catalogs by Mail: No Credit Card Needed
FREE Mini Cooler Cup at Lowe’s on August 22nd
FREE GREENIES Original Dog Dental Treats
Starbucks – Free Drink or Food Item During Your Birthday
FREE Corona Sunbrew Juicy Twist Reality TV Watch Party Kit
Free Baby Stuff – Ultimate Guide to Get Free Baby Stuff
FREE Sample of Kiehl’s 1cc CollaShot Plumping Serum
FREE Destination Dessert Donut at Krispy Kreme
FREE Duracell Batteries at Office Depot & Office Max
4 FREE Frozen Drinks at Casey’s Every Friday
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Nimrods
FREE IAMS Proactive Health Core Pouch after Walmart Cash
FREE Movie Tickets to The Rivals of Amziah King
FREE Sample of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Narcisse Fragrance
FREE $25 to Spend at Sephora
FREE Samples from The Apothecary Tea
FREE Bimbo Global Race Drawstring Bag, Cooling Towel, Stickers & More
We Rounded Up The Best Free Samples for Men: Check Them Out
FREE Toy Story Woody Action Figure at Walmart
FREE Tillamook Melty Hour Chatterbuy or House Party Kit
FREE Sample of YISE Beauty Xtreme Glow Peptide Serum
FREE Crown Royal Military Care Package for Our Troops
We Rounded Up The Best Free Shampoo Samples Online
FREE Mtn Dew Baja Blast Every Time an MLB Player Hits a 420+ ft Home Run

Deals:

Bikes for the Whole Family From $48 at Walmart
Old Spice Aluminum Free Deodorant for Men ONLY $3.43 (Reg $8)
The Children’s Place Graphic Tees ONLY $5 (Reg $13) + FREE Shipping!
Purina Coupons: Save Big on Your Favorite Pet Food from Pro Plan, Purina ONE, Friskies and More
Top 10 Grocery Store Coupons This Week
Back to School Jeans Sale at Carter’s: Buy One Get two Free
Skip Name Brand Products and Save Big with Off-Brand Foods Instead
Swiffer PowerMop Multi-Surface Mop Kit ONLY $16.94 (Reg $30)
Pioneer 40-In LED Full HD (1080p) Smart RoKu TV ONLY $99.99 (Reg $170)
Cooks 6-Qt Stainless Steel Slow Cooker ONLY $26.99 (Reg $60)
Boho Fringe Thatched Tiki Patio Umbrella ONLY $79.99 (Reg $200)
Amazon No-Rush Credits: How to Use Amazon Digital Rewards Effectively
Get Senior Discounts at These 13 Grocery Stores in 2026
Carote 5-Piece Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Cooking Pot Set ONLY $21.99 (Reg $80)
LOCO 2-Burner Classic Flat Top Grill/Griddle ONLY $99 Shipped (Reg $298)