Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bloomington, IL

  • The list below includes 44 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Constitution Trail to Walt Bittner Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Normal.
  • The list below includes 44 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Constitution Trail to Walt Bittner Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Normal.
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2.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 804 N Hershey Road, Bloomington, IL 61704 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling center with shoe rental, Pheasant Lanes also features a miniature golf course and sand volleyball courts. It has a pub with food and drinks and big screen televisions as well as karaoke nights and cosmic bowling.
4.8 Miles
- 4 votes
Movie Theaters 415 Detroit Avenue, Bloomington, IL 61704 MoreLess Info
Featuring an extended menu, Carmike Palace Cinema 10 offers a variety of gourmet meal items to eat while watching the latest blockbuster hits in its auditoriums. The chairs have wide arm rests with cup holders and food trays.
0.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 801 N Main Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Fairview Park features many attractions for visitors, including the Fairview Family Aquatic Center, softball and tennis facilities, a skate park, and many picnic shelters and playground areas. The largest picnic shelter can be reserved for events.
1.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 611 S Linden Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
The Normal Town of Parks & Recreation Dept is a non-profit organization that oversees the Anderson Aquatic Center and Champion Fields. The department also is in charge of managing the Connie Link Amphitheater.
1.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Historic Sites 48 Sunset Road, Normal, IL 61790 MoreLess Info
Also known as the Ewing Cultural Center, Ewing Manor is owned and maintained by Illinois State University. The manor hosts a variety of events, including theatrical performances, garden and building tours, and others.
1.8 Miles
92% 113 votes
Specialty Museums 101 E Beaufort St, Normal, Bloomingto, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Children's Discovery Museum is located in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. It's a very colorful museum with oodles of knowledge and information. The staff is courteous and makes you feel very comfortable. It is a kid's paradise.
1.8 Miles
100% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 209 North Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
The restored Normal Theater focuses on providing a historic movie experience with an actual movie usher and traditional ticket booth. The films presented tend to be older classics or modern independent movies.
1.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
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The Pod

Art Gallery 104 E Beaufort Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Hosting artwork from local artists, The Pod features an eclectic mix of jewelry, paintings, clothing, prints, woodwork, and other handcrafted pieces. All of the artwork shown in the gallery is available for purchase.
1.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 209 W North Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Featuring Dolby Digital sound technology, the Normal Town of Normal Theater Film Center is a local cinema specializing in showing classic and independent films to local residents. Amenities include theater rentals and numerous concessions options.
1.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Music Venue University Street & College Avenue, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Located on the Illinois State University campus in the Bones Student Center, Braden Auditorium is a 3,457 seat capacity theatre with state-of-the-art facilities. It hosts concerts, national Broadway tours, ballets and other special events.
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