Valley Bargain Hunters' Delight: Dining Deals, Free Admissions & More Across Phoenix Area

It's a bonanza of bargains and inclusive fun across the Valley this week, as local businesses and communities pull together to offer a slew of deals for families, educators, veterans, and nurses. If you're on the hunt for some wallet-friendly family outings or tasty bites, look no further than this guide sourced from ABC15's Smart Shopper.

Foodies can revel in National Egg Day with a buy one, get one free egg dish at Broken Yolk Cafe, or sip on buy one, get one mimosas as part of Tipsy Egg's Mimosa Mondays. For those looking to beat the heat, a refreshing stop at Smoothie King not only promises a cool drink but a chance to win a $50 ResortPass credit for uploading a receipt. Deals abound for the budget-conscious diner with Happy Hour specials at Macayo’s Mexican Food and a half price on kids' meals at Red Robin, just remember to use the code "KIDSMEAL50" when ordering online. Thai food enthusiasts can cash in on exclusive Tuesday offers by joining TC2GO’s Rewards program at Thai Chili 2 Go.

Complementing the dining deals, the Valley is also rolling out a red carpet of discounts and specials aimed at thanking educators, military members, veterans, nurses, and seniors. These range from free museum admissions to teachers at the Museum of Illusions on Tuesdays, to a standing 10% off at Morning Squeeze for active military and veterans. Families have reasons to rejoice as well, with the Building for Kids' Access and Inclusion Initiative offering reduced admissions and scholarship programs for play-based learning experiences.

For activity seekers, the week features an open invitation to teens for free workouts at Planet Fitness as part of their High School Summer Pass program. Tempe Youth is providing free transit passes for those between ages 6-18 to encourage exploration and mobility across the city. Meanwhile, the Children's Museum of Phoenix and Access ASU are teaming up to offer free entry on the first Friday of June, complete with family-friendly activities at no cost.

For those looking to extend their support to these initiatives, contributions to the BFK's Access Scholarship can make a significant difference. Your support can open doors for families and kids who might otherwise miss out on these enriching experiences.