Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA

  • The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlsbad, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Beaches, Dog Park and Parks.
  • From Carlsbad State Beach to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlsbad and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Escondido.
  • The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlsbad, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Beaches, Dog Park and Parks.
  • From Carlsbad State Beach to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlsbad and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Escondido.
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48.4 Miles
- 1 votes
Skate Parks 18700 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571 MoreLess Info
Designed by Mark Laue, Real Ride Skate Park has become a staple of the Lake Perris community. The skate park actually focuses more on BMX riding, offering trails, foam pits, and 4 different riding courses.
48.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Go Karts 18700 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571 MoreLess Info
Also known as Apex Kart Racing, Lake Perris Carts Raceway hosts a variety of go kart races, including group events and corporate functions. The Raceway also offers lessons, and features a pro shop.
48.5 Miles
71% 7 votes
Go Karts 18700 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571 MoreLess Info
Featuring half day and full day programs, Apex Kart Racing offers a racing track for visitors to take shifter karts on. Before racing, visitors are taught the basics of breaking, safety, and more under trained instructors.
48.6 Miles
86% 69 votes
Parks 2525 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92628 MoreLess Info
Occupying 208 areas of open space, Fairview Park has six acres of wetland ponds and several acres of grasslands, oak trees and coastal sage shrub. The park features summer concerts, a playground, trails for walking and biking and picnic areas.
48.6 Miles
51% 88 votes
Bowling 1091 Old Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780 MoreLess Info
Tustin Lanes is a bowling alley that features 42 lanes, two pool tables, eleven flat screen televisions, and nineteen projectors. Younger guests may also play a game of laser tag or enjoy the site's arcade.
48.7 Miles
67% 6 votes
Playgrounds 1250 Santana Way, Corona, CA 92881 MoreLess Info
Citrus Community Park is a play space for kids with large and small swing sets, slides, jungle gyms, and other playground equipment. The park also features a splash pad area that operates in warm weather.
48.8 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 181 E Main Street, San Jacinto, CA 92583 MoreLess Info
At San Jacinto Municipal Museum, visitors can browse displays to learn about the Native American and early pioneer history of the region. These displays have artifacts like Native American baskets, early 20th century photographs, and more.
48.9 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks 230 W First Street, Tustin, CA 92780 MoreLess Info
A small, self-contained city park, Peppertree Park features a picnic shelter with three picnic tables and two barbecue grills, a youth-sized softball diamond, and a horseshoe pit. The park also has public restrooms.
49.1 Miles
97% 33 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 1947 S Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707 MoreLess Info
For an entertaining night of shoving, skating, and a little bit of violence, guests check out the Orange County Roller Girls. With strategic manhandling and a halftime music performance to boot, visitors are sure to experience a unique event.
49.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 14712 Prospect Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780 MoreLess Info
Columbus Tustin Park has a number of recreational amenities including 4 lighted softball diamonds and 4 lighted tennis courts, basketball hoops and a gym for indoor sports like volleyball. They also have a playground and picnic shelter.
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