Free & Cheap Things to Do in Ann Arbor, MI

  • The list below includes 122 free or cheap things to do in or near Ann Arbor, Michigan, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Canoeing, Botanical Gardens, National & State Parks and Bowling.
  • From University of Michigan to Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ann Arbor and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Westland, Canton, Howell and Livonia.
  • The list below includes 122 free or cheap things to do in or near Ann Arbor, Michigan, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Canoeing, Botanical Gardens, National & State Parks and Bowling.
  • From University of Michigan to Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ann Arbor and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Westland, Canton, Howell and Livonia.
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13.2 Miles
63% 8 votes
Parks 1010 S Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188 MoreLess Info
At Heritage Park, visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and simply sit and enjoy nature. Filled with trees and ponds, there are also walking paths, playgrounds, and fountains to enjoy.
13.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 126 E. Lake Street, South Lyon, MI MoreLess Info
Showing one new movie at a time, The Lyon is a small movie theater that features digital and 3D projection systems. It has recently upgrading the sound system to include surround sound.
13.4 Miles
15% 20 votes
Children's Play Area 6481 N Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48187 MoreLess Info
Featuring playground structures in a safari theme, Jungle Java has slides, tubes, and climbing pads for children to explore. The playground has a separate area for toddlers with smaller slides and ample padding.
13.4 Miles
50% 4 votes
Dog Park Denton Rd North of Cherry Hill, Ste 3, Canton, MI 48188 MoreLess Info
The Canton Dog Park features six fenced-in acres in which dogs of all ages and sizes can play off-leash with toys and with each other. It features an area for large dogs and an area for small dogs.
13.6 Miles
86% 7 votes
Bowling 45100 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a bowling alley that offers open bowling and cosmic bowling at Super Bowl. The bowling center also hosts leagues and tournaments along with birthday parties and special events.
13.6 Miles
33% 3 votes
Parks Palmer & Sheldon Roads, Canton, MI 48188 MoreLess Info
Freedom Park really has something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy sports fields, including basketball, golf, volleyball, and more, as well as an inline skate park, horseshoe pits, and walking paths.
13.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 700 N Lafayette Street, South Lyon, MI 48178 MoreLess Info
Featuring 28 lanes, Pinz Bowling Center hosts both open and league bowling as well as private parties and events. The center offers automatic bumpers and a full-service restaurant and bar with food and adult beverages.
14.2 Miles
82% 17 votes
Movie Theaters 43555 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187 MoreLess Info
A seven-screen movie theater, Canton Cinema displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, high-back chairs, D-BOX motion seats, a party room, self-service ticketing and a snack bar with food and drinks.
14.3 Miles
79% 38 votes
Children's Play Area 1101 S Main Street, Chelsea, MI 48118 MoreLess Info
The Chelsea Treehouse is a 9,000 square foot indoor play area with a climbing structure, several slides, swinging bridges, a toddler area and also, the tree house itself. There is a cafe as well as birthday party facilities.
14.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 1180 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI MoreLess Info
Chelsea Lanes provides hours of family-friendly entertainment. The bowling alley is open Tuesday through Saturday and features an on-site grill, party packages, Glow Bowl Events and an on-site pro shop.
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