Best Freebies, Giveaways & Free Events in LA [August 2025 List]
- LA Today
- Aug 25
- 3 min read
Your Ultimate August 2025 Guide to the Best Freebies, Giveaways, and Free Events in Los Angeles...
...because the best things in life really are free!
AUGUST BIRTHDAY FREEBIES
📍 Krispy Kreme – Free Donut
📍 Crumbl – Free Cookie
📍 Popeyes – Free Apple Pie
📍 Panera – Free Pastry
📍 Baskin Robbins – Free Ice Cream
NATIONAL DOG DAY FREEBIES (AUGUST 26TH)
📍 Petco – Free Doggie PSL (6–8 PM)
📍 Scooter’s Coffee – Free Pup Cup with purchase
📍 Starbucks – Free cup of whipped cream with purchase
📍 Rural King – May offer a free pig ear
📍 Bruster’s – Free Doggie Sundae
📍 Kinship littleKin – Free Puppy Pack
📍 Chill N’ – Free Pup Cup all August
📍 FidoAlert – Free Dog Tag
📍 Ollie – 60% off first box + free Fi Smart Collar ($99 value)
📍 Seven Brew – Free Pup Cup with purchase
📍 Dutch Bros – Free dog bandana with medium or large drink purchase (Aug 26)
📍 ASPCA – Free Pet Safety Pack
*while supplies last
BEST FREE EVENTS IN LA THIS AUGUST
📍 Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
A massive 24-feet wide and 17-feet tall fully functional retro stereo playing music all summer long from June 21st through September 1st, featuring iHeartRadio DJs and radio personalities creating memorable experiences for all ages.
📍 Griffith Park, Los Angeles
Free outdoor theater performances of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus from August 6-31, Wednesdays-Sundays at 7:00 PM. Pack your picnic and blanket for LA's biggest theater event of the summer.
📍 The Original Farmers Market, Los Angeles
Thursday night concerts from June 5 through August 28, 7-9 PM on Market Plaza featuring jazz, Motown, salsa and more. Special wine garden from 5:30 PM with complimentary Paso Robles wine samples for 21+.
📍 12505 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey
Free family-friendly movie screenings on the sand under the stars, Friday nights at 8 PM. Bring blankets and low-back chairs. $3 parking after 6 PM.
📍 14901 S Inglewood Ave, Lawndale
Free 3-day meditation summit featuring healing workshops, kids activities, and free lunch. August 30 (1-6 PM), August 31 (5 AM-5 PM), September 1 (5 AM-5 PM).
📍 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Free Saturday concerts from July 12 through August 30 at 7:00 PM. Join the extended finale on August 30 featuring Eagles, Killers, and Tom Petty tribute bands starting at 4:00 PM.
📍 Levitt Pavilion, Los Angeles
Free all-ages concerts: Friday August 29 (7-10 PM) Boleros de Noche presents Mambolero with mambo and boleros, Saturday August 30 (7-10 PM) KCRW presents Redd Kross with punk, glam, and garage rock energy.
BEST FREE PLACES TO GO IN AUGUST 2025
LACMA Urban Light
📍 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles
200+ vintage street lamps that look even better after dark.
The Broad
📍 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles
A sleek art temple with a side of Yayoi Kusama magic.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
📍 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice
LA’s weird, wild, and wonderful in a single stroll.
Runyon Canyon
📍 2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles
City views with a decent shot of spotting a dog in sunglasses.
Santa Monica Pier
📍 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
Sunset, surfers, and the ocean breeze, all in one iconic walk.
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook
📍 6300 Hetzler Rd, Culver City
A stair climb with a skyline reward at the top.
El Matador Beach
📍 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu
Malibu drama in the form of cliffs, caves, and golden light.
Arts District Murals Walk
📍 3rd St & Traction Ave, Los Angeles
An ever-changing outdoor gallery that’s pure candy for your camera roll.
Yamashiro Gardens
📍 1999 N Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles
Zen vibes, koi ponds, and a killer view of Hollywood.
Hollywood Reservoir
📍 3160 Canyon Lake Dr, Los Angeles
A calm loop with paparazzi-level shots of the Hollywood Sign.
FREE WITH PURCHASE
📍 Auntie Anne’s + Cinnabon – Free pretzel & MiniBon with $30+ gift cards (redeem by 9/30)
📍 Dickey’s BBQ Pit – Kids eat free w/ $12+ adult purchase after 4 PM (redeem by 8/31)
📍 The Cheesecake Factory – $10 dining credit with $50+ gift cards (purchase by 9/1, redeem 9/2–9/30)
LABUBU GIVEAWAY
📍555 S. Anaheim Blvd Anaheim, CA
A free Labubu-themed night market on Thursday, August 28th from 5:30-10PM featuring a best dressed Labubu contest, themed cocktails, vendor booths, giveaways, and photo opportunities.
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