Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chicago, IL

  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
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Attendees can take part in master artist workshops in the areas of prop manipulation, dance, and yoga
25.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Tennis Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Tennis with Natalie offers individual and group lessons for a variety of tennis enthusiasts. As a participant in high school varsity and college tennis, Natalie provides energetic, knowledgeable, and affordable coaching for beginners or experienced players.
25.8 Miles
79% 140 votes
Mini Golf 21711 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
Dubbed the 'World's Most Unusual Golf Course,' Park-King Skill originated in the 50s in Morton Grove, Illinois. Now located in Lincolnshire, the facility features two 18-hole courses, 7 water holes and 19 moving obstacles.
25.8 Miles
79% 43 votes
Family Fun Center 350 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
A 56,000-square-foot entertainment center, Brunswick's - Buffalo Grove features 32 lanes of bowling for casual and league bowlers. The center also offers a laser tag arena, arcade games, pool tables, a restaurant and flat-screen televisions.
25.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
Dog Park 835 Commerce Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
The Happy Tails Dog Park is a very large open space where dogs can play and run. There is also attractive landscaping and a walking path for taking dogs for a stroll, along with an area specifically for small dogs.
25.9 Miles
78% 9 votes
Bowling 3435 N Kennicott Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
A 40-lane bowling center, Arlington Lanes Llc offers open and league bowling with shoe rental, automatic scoring and cosmic bowling nights. The center provides party rooms, a full dining menu, pool tables and ten flat-screen televisions.
25.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Beaches Lake Michigan & the Indiana Dunes, Gary, IN 46403 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by a wetland forest, Miller Beach is set on Lake Michigan and has several dunes to climb. The parking lot is decorated by a graffiti artist and is often used for photo-ops.
26.0 Miles
70% 141 votes
Movie Theaters 300 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
The Regal Cinemas Lincolnshire Stadium 21 and IMAX provide movie-goers with the ultimate in cinematic visualization and sound. Dolby ATMOS is utilized which transmits audio from every direction, including overhead.
26.0 Miles
50% 12 votes
Children's Play Area 1230 N Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60195 MoreLess Info
An indoor bounce area and amusement center, Pump It Up of Schaumburg offers open play times as well as private birthday and other party rentals. The facility offers features like Glow Parties and Adventure Parties.
26.0 Miles
92% 12 votes
Bowling 80 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 MoreLess Info
The AMF Hoffman Lanes is a non-smoking bowling center with 32 lanes of bowling available. Other amenities include a bar with flat screen TVs, pool tables, and an on-site pro shop.
26.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Flea Markets 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
The primary focus of the Dupage County Fair Grounds is the annual fair itself that takes place in July. The fair grounds during that event holds a large carnival and multiple exhibition booths.
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