Does Chick-fil-A Have Kids Eat Free? Days, Rules and How to Find One Near You
Searching for Chick-fil-A kids eat free? It's real at many restaurants, but it's a local deal, not a national one. Here's how it usually works and how to check your store.
Illustration: FryFeedShort answer: Chick-fil-A doesn't have a national kids eat free day. Each Chick-fil-A is run by a local owner-operator, and many host their own Kids Night or Family Night, often on Tuesday evenings, with one free kids meal for each adult meal you buy. Days, hours and rules differ by restaurant, so check your local Chick-fil-A first.
How Chick-fil-A kids eat free usually works
| Typical rule | |
|---|---|
| Day | Often Tuesday (some pick Monday or Thursday) |
| Hours | Usually evenings, around 5 PM to 8 PM |
| Deal | 1 free kids meal per adult meal purchased |
| Child | Usually must be with you |
| Dine-in or takeout | Depends on the restaurant |
| Extras | Some add crafts, games or a Cow visit |
Chick-fil-A Kid's Meals
These are the Kid's Meals a free kids night usually covers. Each comes with a side, a kid's drink and a treat or toy.
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Example: The Chick-fil-A at Sawmill in Columbus, Ohio, ran Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays from 5 to 8 PM in early 2026: one free kids meal per adult meal, dine-in or carry-out, with the child present.
Is Chick-fil-A kids eat free on Tuesday, November 3?
Only if your local restaurant runs it. There's no national Chick-fil-A kids eat free promotion for November 3, 2026. November 3 is a Tuesday, the most common Kids Night day, which is why so many people are searching for it today.
How to find a Chick-fil-A kids eat free near you
- Open your restaurant's page in the Chick-fil-A app or on chick-fil-a.com. Many list local events
- Check its Facebook or Instagram page. Operators usually post Kids Night dates there
- Call the restaurant before you go
- Look for flyers at the counter or drive-thru
Chick-fil-A Kid's Meal nutrition
Nutrition for each Kid's Meal entrée. The side and drink are extra: Buddy Fruits apple sauce adds 45 calories and 8 g sugar.
| Meal | Calories | Fat | Sat. fat | Carbs | Sugars | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled Nuggets (5 ct) | 80 | 2 g | 0 g | 1 g | 0 g | 16 g | 270 mg |
| Nuggets (5 ct) | 160 | 7 g | 1.5 g | 7 g | 1 g | 17 g | 760 mg |
| Chick-n-Strips (2 ct) | 200 | 9 g | 2 g | 11 g | 1 g | 19 g | 580 mg |
| Mac & Cheese | 450 | 29 g | 16 g | 28 g | 3 g | 20 g | 1190 mg |
Nutrition for each item
| Item | Calories | Fat | Sat. fat | Carbs | Sugars | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ct Grilled Nuggets | 80 | 2 g | 0 g | 1 g | 0 g | 16 g | 270 mg |
| 5 ct Nuggets | 160 | 7 g | 1.5 g | 7 g | 1 g | 17 g | 760 mg |
| 2 ct Chick-n-Strips | 200 | 9 g | 2 g | 11 g | 1 g | 19 g | 580 mg |
| Mac & Cheese | 450 | 29 g | 16 g | 28 g | 3 g | 20 g | 1190 mg |
Entrée only. Values from Chick-fil-A’s US menu and can vary by restaurant. Source: Chick-fil-A: Kid's Meals menu and nutrition
Free Chick-fil-A for kids: other ways
- Chick-fil-A One rewards: points add up to free food, including kids meals
- Grand openings: new restaurants often give away free food
- Local school nights: some stores donate part of sales and add kids deals
Is Chick-fil-A open on Thanksgiving?
No. All US Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26. See fast food open on Thanksgiving 2026.
More Chick-fil-A: the Chicken Tortilla Soup is back, the Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce is coming, and here's when to expect the Peppermint Milkshake.
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Does Chick-fil-A have kids eat free?
Not nationally. Many local Chick-fil-A restaurants run their own Kids Night, often on Tuesday evenings, with a free kids meal for each adult meal purchased.
What day do kids eat free at Chick-fil-A?
It depends on the restaurant. Tuesday is the most common day, usually in the evening, but each local operator sets its own day and rules.
Is Chick-fil-A kids eat free on November 3, 2026?
There is no national promotion. November 3 is a Tuesday, so check whether your local Chick-fil-A runs a Tuesday Kids Night.
How do I find out if my Chick-fil-A has a kids night?
Check your restaurant’s page in the Chick-fil-A app or website, its social media pages, or call the restaurant.
How many calories are in a Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meal?
It depends on the entrée: 80 calories for 5 grilled nuggets, 160 for 5 nuggets, 200 for 2 Chick-n-Strips and 450 for Mac & Cheese, before the side and drink.
Do I have to buy something for the free kids meal?
Usually yes. Most local deals give one free kids meal with each adult meal purchased.
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Sources
- Columbus on the Cheap: Kids Eat Free Night at Chick-fil-A Sawmill (2026)
- Chick-fil-A: Kid's Meals menu
- Chick-fil-A: 5 ct Nuggets Kid's Meal nutrition
- Chick-fil-A: Buddy Fruits Apple Sauce nutrition
- Chick-fil-A: Are Chick-fil-A restaurants open on Thanksgiving?
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