Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carbondale, IL

  • The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Carbondale, Illinois, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Boo Rochman Memorial Park to Brush Hill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carbondale and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Cobden and Makanda.
  • The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Carbondale, Illinois, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Boo Rochman Memorial Park to Brush Hill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carbondale and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Cobden and Makanda.
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Paint Nite 20 North Spanish Street, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
Paint Nite invites guests to break away from a typical night out with the perfect cocktail of creativity and conversation.
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History Museums Faner Hall N End, Carbondale, IL 62901 MoreLess Info
The University Museum at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is part of the college's Museum Studies Program. Nationally accredited, the University is home to 70,000 objects of artwork and displays exhibits in 10,000 square feet of space.
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93% 204 votes
Hiking Trails 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL 62958 MoreLess Info
The Giant City State Park attracts each year 1.2 million visitors. Picnic areas, camping sites, and playgrounds are some of the amenities in here. Hiking on the 12 mile long trail, rock climbing/rappelling, horseback riding, and hunting are some of the activities to be performed in here.
10.7 Miles
98% 50 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 8588 Route 148, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
Crab Orchard is a wildlife range which has been facilitated for family trips as well. The place is completely safe and secure. Guides provide accurate information. Many wild animals and rare birds can be sighted.
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Family Fun Center 3000 W DeYoung St, Ste 800C, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center is an entertainment complex aimed at providing fun and enjoyable attractions to its customers. Visitors to the complex enjoy playing laser tag, spending time on the playground, or winning in the arcade.
13.3 Miles
47% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 3107 Civic Circle Boulevard, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
The trip to AMC Centre 8 is cinematic. The stubs program is particularly enjoyed by the visitors, and the staff provide good guidance regarding the program. Ticketing is very easy, and the shows are entertaining.
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Music Venue 111 N Appleknocker, Cobden, IL 62920 MoreLess Info
Cobden's The Old Feed Store is a downtown live music venue and gathering place for community events. The venue is located in a historic building, and is available for rent for private functions.
14.0 Miles
97% 35 votes
Baseball Fields 1000 Miners Drive, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
While professional baseball brings in fans at Rent One Park, the venue hosts additional attractions. Popular features include two picnic gardens, a banquet facility, 14 suites and a McDonald's fun zone for kids.
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100% 1 votes
Farms & Ranches 827 Vines Road, Cobden, IL 62920 MoreLess Info
A family owned and operated farm, Darn Hot Peppers focuses on growing a wide variety of pesticide-free hot peppers. The farm annually hosts the Festival de Chiles, where guests can enjoy live music and sample hot pepper products.
15.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Off Road & ATV 20439 Ranch Ln, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
The Little Egypt Off Road Motorcycle Club is a park that provides visitors access to ride their off-road vehicles. ATVs, dirt bikes, and motorcycles are welcome on the 900-acres of open space, trails, and motorcross tracks the park provides.
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Swimming Pool Ray Fosse Park, 500 E DeYoung Street, Marion, IL 62959 MoreLess Info
Open during the summer season, Marion Swimming Pool offers visitors recreational swimming in a 25 yard lap pool. Visitors can swim laps during the designated adult lap swim sessions held on a daily basis.
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