Most parents know that kids under 3 get into theme parks around the state for free. But did you know that for a limited time each year you can register for free preschool theme park passes if your child is 5 or under? If you’re planning to visit a theme park in Florida (or even outside of Florida) this year and you’ve got a preschooler, plan ahead and you could save tons of money on tickets.
Free Preschool Theme Park Passes for Florida Attractions
SeaWorld & Aquatica Free Preschool Passes
- Florida residents ages five and under can enjoy FREE admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica Waterpark in Orlando all year long.
- In order to take advantage of this deal you must register your child. This can ONLY be done on the SeaWorld website, by February 3, 2026.
- Visit SeaWorld or Aquatica Orlando by March 1, 2026.
- Not available at front gate, you must register online.
- Once redeemed, the Preschool Card is valid through December 31, 2026.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Florida residents ages five and under can enjoy FREE admission to Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay all year long.
- You must visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Adventure Island by February 28, 2026 to activate the pass.
- Not available at front gate, you must register online.
- Once activated, the Preschool Card is valid for admission through December 31, 2026.
Kennedy Space Center Junior Explorer Pass
- Florida residents five and under can enjoy free admission to the Kennedy Space Center in 2026 with the Junior Space Explorer Pass.
- You must register online by February 27, 2026.
- Bring a copy of the confirmation email, along with the child’s birth certificate or other age-identifying document, to Will Call or the Information building at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex by December 31, 2026
Island H2O Pre-K Pass
- Free Pre-K Pass offers admission to Island H2O & Rapids Water Park in Kissimmee, FL for kids ages 3-5.
- A great water park day trip from Jacksonville, but you must register online and pass quantities are limited.
- To activate pass, visit the ticketing window and provide a birth certificate or passport to our front gate team to verify the child’s age.
- All 2025 Pre-K Passes must be activated by March 31, 2025.
LEGOLAND & Peppa Pig Theme Park
- There are no free pass offers for LEGOLAND Florida or Peppa Pig Theme Park at this time. Check back because they have offered free preschool passes in the past and may again in the future.
Free Preschool Theme Park Passes for Attractions Outside of Florida
Wild Adventures Pre-K Pass
- All kids ages five and under can enjoy FREE admission to Wild Adventures in Valdosta, Georgia all year long.
- In order to take advantage of this deal you must register your child.
- Your free preschool pass must be activated by May 26, 2026.
- Once redeemed, the pre-K pass is valid through December 31, 2026.
Dollywood Free Pre-K Imagination Season Pass
- All kids ages five and under can enjoy FREE admission to Dollywood and Dollywood Splash Country in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee all year long.
- In order to take advantage of this deal you must register your child.
- Your free preschool pass can be activated at any time during the year at the front gate.
- Once redeemed, the pre-K pass is valid through December 31, 2026.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg & Water Country USA Preschool Pass
- All kids ages five and under can enjoy FREE admission to Busch Gardens in Williamsburg and Water Country USA in Virginia all year long.
- You must visit register online and visit one of the parks before May 31, 2025 to activate the pass.
- Not available at front gate, you must register online.
- Once activated, the Preschool Card is valid for admission through November 3, 2025.
If you’re looking to take the trouble out of planning your next vacation be sure to consult our Guide to Travel Agents in Jacksonville.
