Free & Cheap Things to Do in Amherst, MA

  • The list below includes 115 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Amherst College to Metacomet-Monadnock Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
  • The list below includes 115 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Amherst College to Metacomet-Monadnock Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
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19.1 Miles
50% 40 votes
History Museums 1000 W Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105 MoreLess Info
A collection of memorabilia from some of the greatest athletes of all time, The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame documents sport history. Guests can see pictures of some of their favorite athletes when they were just starting out.
19.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Paintball 683 Westfield Street, West Springfield, MA 1089 MoreLess Info
Agawam's Xtreme Paintball is a full service paintball field that caters to walk-ins as well as to parties and large groups. The facility also has a fully stocked store with equipment and accessories.
19.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Libraries Corner of Main and Bridge Streets, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 MoreLess Info
The Arms Library of Shelburne Falls is located in the Pratt Memorial Library Building, which is over a century old. The library offers physical collections of books and periodicals as well as access to digital archives and databases.
19.6 Miles
88% 194 votes
Parks Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA MoreLess Info
Forest Park is a large open air area open to the public. Features include a baseball field, an extensive rose garden, a tennis court, walking paths, a water park and pool, and a zoo.
19.6 Miles
93% 28 votes
Historic Sites 1305 Memorial Ave, West Springfield, MA 1089 MoreLess Info
Gain historical perspective on New England life in the bygone days at Storrowton Village Museum. Living history programs and events are offered at this recreated village of 18th and 19th century buildings. Guided tours are offered year round by appointment.
19.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skating Rinks 200 Trafton Road, Springfield, MA 1108 MoreLess Info
The Cyr Arena Skating Rink is a public ice skating facility that includes a warming room, a concession stand, and six changing rooms. The building also has four team locker rooms and a referee room.
19.9 Miles
88% 25 votes
Specialty Museums 14 Depot St, Shelburne Falls, MA 1370 MoreLess Info
Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum is a local railroad museum which offers rides on a fully restored and operational 1896 trolley as well as on an antique pump car. The visitor center contains a variety of railroad artifacts including toy trains.
19.9 Miles
93% 27 votes
Bowling 0 Memorial Drive, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 MoreLess Info
Candlepin bowling is on offer at Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley. Bowlers of all ages will enjoy a visit, located in downtown Shelburne Falls. Bumper bowling is available, and league bowling is offered.
19.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 55 Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 MoreLess Info
A curated fine art gallery with an eclectic collection of fine art, Grow Gallery offers the works of local artists as well as a selection of unique gifts and decorative items.
19.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 51 Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 1370 MoreLess Info
Pothole Pictures offers a variety of classic, foreign, art, and independent films at the historic Memorial Hall Theater. The community movie house also hosts special events like Meet the Filmmaker nights.
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