Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carpentersville, IL

  • The list below includes 533 free or cheap things to do in or near Carpentersville, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • From Algonquin Lakes Park to Binnie County Forest Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carpentersville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Arlington Heights.
  • The list below includes 533 free or cheap things to do in or near Carpentersville, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • From Algonquin Lakes Park to Binnie County Forest Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carpentersville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Arlington Heights.
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7.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Colleges & Universities 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Providing a variety of educational programs, Elgin Community College has been in operation for well over sixty years. Numerous activities including sports, music and theater are also offered at their facilities.
8.0 Miles
97% 38 votes
Farmers Markets 10214 Algonquin Rd, Huntley, IL 60142 MoreLess Info
Tom's Farm Market & Greenhouse is a farm stand that also has a garden center, a bakery, a lunch cafe, and a gourmet shop. The market hosts educational tours for students.
8.0 Miles
17% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 5000 NW Highway, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Regal Crystal Lake Showplace Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers arcade games, private party rooms and a snack bar with food and drinks.
8.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Disc Golf 777 S Bartlett Road, Streamwood, IL 60107 MoreLess Info
Shady Oaks Park is a disc golf course that measures a total of 6,094 feet in length. The course has multiple sets of tees, has a total of 18 holes, and is mostly flat and lightly wooded.
8.1 Miles
85% 13 votes
Dog Park 3600 Lexington Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Bo's Run is an off-leash dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs. The park features large open areas for dogs to run and play, and provides bags for clean-up.
8.1 Miles
- 1 votes
Recreation Centers 3600 Lexington Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 MoreLess Info
With a fitness center and gymnasium open to the public, Willow Recreation Center offers visitors recreational activities like volleyball, racquetball, basketball, and more. In addition to fitness, visitors can bring their dogs to socialize at the center's dog park.
8.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Laser Tag 941 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 5,000 square-foot multi-level arena, Lazer Maxx is a laser tag facility offering laser tag and other attractions for guests to enjoy. A large video game arcade, hurricane simulator, and prize redemption are among the other amenities available.
8.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 550 S Park Blvd, Streamwood, IL 60107 MoreLess Info
Members of Park Place Family Recreation Center receive access to locker rooms and fitness equipment. The pool has several lanes for swimming laps and a small water slide area. There are also swimming classes for children at this pool.
8.5 Miles
50% 10 votes
Parks 1685 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 MoreLess Info
The Hoffman Estates Park District hosts an array of events and programs for the local community. Activities include skating, various sports leagues for children and for adults, and health and fitness programs.
8.5 Miles
33% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 1685 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 MoreLess Info
The Triphahn Center is a community center and ice arena that features two NHL sized ice surfaces, a fitness center, an indoor track, and a dance studio. The center is home to the Chicago Wolves hockey team.
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