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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Customers ride the waves off North Avenue Beach on jet skis; life jackets included with rental
32.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Specialty Museums 112 Algonquin Road, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
A museum of musical history and curiosities, the Sanfilippo Place de La Musique maintains collections of music boxes, phonographs, calliopes, coin operated pianos, and other musical artifacts. In all, it houses the largest collection of automatic instruments in the world.
32.8 Miles
91% 34 votes
Breweries 161 N. Archer Ave., Mundelein, IL MoreLess Info
Situated in in Mundelein in northern Illinois, the Tighthead Brewing Company produces draft beer for area restaurants and pubs. Growlers and pints are offered in the tap room at the facility. Tours are also featured at the plant.
32.8 Miles
25% 4 votes
Skating Rinks 3600 Scottsdale Street, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Visitors can go skating on the rink at R-Way Skate Center. It sometimes has obstacles in the rink for skaters to challenge themselves with. On 'All-Niter' skate nights, the skate rink is open for 24 hours.
32.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue 5500-5526 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 MoreLess Info
Located in a 12-acre park, the Village Green Amphitheater is an open-air venue with casual seating on its surrounding grassy areas. Guests can enjoy concerts and other programmed events there, and food concessions are available.
32.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 708 N Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
The Liberty Theater is a historic theater that provides entertainment in the form of movies. The theater was once the employer of a young Marlon Brando and has the goal of recreating the golden age of movie-going.
32.9 Miles
83% 6 votes
Archery 22900 E Main Street, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Glisson Archery & Pro Shop is an archery pro shop that sells bows, arrows, crossbows, and compound bows. The shop has a bow repair service that provides bow tuning and custom bow fitting.
32.9 Miles
22% 9 votes
Movie Theaters 2590 Southlake Mall Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410 MoreLess Info
Offering RealD 3D technology, AMC Showplace Hobart 12 shows the latest indie and blockbuster films in its auditoriums. Its concession stand offers standard movie snacks like popcorn, in addition to chicken tenders and fruit flavored sodas.
32.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 116 N Lake Street, Mundelein, IL 60060 MoreLess Info
A 2.6 acre public park, Kracklauer Park offers amenities such as tennis courts, playgrounds, and a covered picnic pavilion that can be reserved for private events. The park houses a dance studio, as well, and hosts a summer concert series.
33.0 Miles
67% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 6550 US Hwy 6, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Featuring 16 screens, Goodrich Quality Theaters Portage 16 IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers D-BOX motion seats, two party rooms, stadium seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Botanical Gardens 413 N Cook Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
With 1.7 acres to explore, Cook Memorial Park & Rose Garden provides visitors with a scenic garden filled with flower beds and over 20 rose bushes. The park also features a playground and a memorial plaque that honors American veterans.
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