Free & Cheap Things to Do in Crystal Lake, IL

  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
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26.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
History Museums 1917 N Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL 60087 MoreLess Info
The summer house of an elected Chicago mayor, Haines Museum is part of Bowen Park. It is one of the oldest buildings in the community, and it features antique furnishings, artwork, photographs and other memorabilia from the 1800's.
26.8 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches 201 Seahorse Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.
26.8 Miles
100% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 3600 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a water park complex with 5 pools at Flick Outdoor Pool. The water park features a lap pool, a diving well with one and three meter diving boards, and two giant water flume slides.
26.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 1750 Techny Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Featuring over 107 acres in total, Techny Prairie Park & Fields is a park featuring a large selection of amenities for guests to enjoy. These amenities include baseball diamonds, batting cages, a playground, a skatepark, and a nine-hole golf course.
26.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 39 Jack Benny Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Open to the public, Bowen Park provides activities for all to enjoy. It is the home of both a museum and library, along with outdoor recreational facilities such as a skate park, playground and baseball field.
26.8 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks 3600 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Flick Park is an outdoor waterpark that's fun for children and adults alike. The park features multiple pools, water slides, a fenced in kiddie area, a diving well and more.
26.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Cultural Centers 1991 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
Available for private events such as weddings and reunions, the Highland Park Community House is a stunning estate to visit. The historic landmark is a red brick Colonial-Revival-style house that features multiple rooms including a grand ballroom and heritage garden.
26.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 326 Central, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
Built in 1847, the Francis Stupey Log Cabin is a historical and charming site to visit. The cabin is one of the oldest structures still standing in Highland Park and is surrounded by a lush lawn.
26.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 1501 Maple Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Comprised of four outdoor pools, the Meadowhill Aquatic Center features a diving area with three diving boards of varying heights, a lap pool, a water playground for kids, and a pool with body slides and tube slides.
26.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arts Centers 39 Jack Benny Drive, Waukegan, IL 60087 MoreLess Info
The Waukegan Park District Cultural Arts Division is home to the artistic hub of Waukegan. The center provides visitors with a tour of local art as well as live dance, theatrical and musical performances.
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