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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36.0 Miles
82% 11 votes
Recreation Centers 206 S Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 MoreLess Info
Peekaboo Playroom is a safe play area where children can explore, play, and take part in crafts and activities. Drop in prices, monthly passes, and frequent events such as pizza days, craft Wednesdays and picture days are also offered.
36.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 6848 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
Situated on seven acres of land, Sunnydale Park offers a wide range of recreational options like play equipment for young children and toddlers, a multi-purpose open play area, and a soccer field. Visitors can also enjoy picnic areas, a biking/walking trail, and on-site parking lot.
36.1 Miles
87% 114 votes
Religious Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Austere on the outside but soothing and calming on the inside, Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity temple acquaints the visitor with the symbolics of modern American architecture.
36.1 Miles
92% 77 votes
Libraries 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Hosting a permanent Hemingway collection, the Oak Park Public Library organizes almost each day of the year special events and exhibitions, for adults and children alike.
36.1 Miles
100% 12 votes
Parks 217 S. Home Ave, Oak Park, IL MoreLess Info
Spanning 4.43 acres, Mills Park offers nature areas, rental/banquet rooms, and the National Historic Landmark known as Pleasant Home. For children's entertainment, a 'nature discovery' play area is available, which includes a labyrinth modeled after Pleasant Home.
36.1 Miles
78% 18 votes
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Skateland

Skating Rinks 4843 Stenstrom Rd, Rockford, IL MoreLess Info
Skateland is home to many fast-paced games such as skating and hockey. Birthday parties can be hosted here and your kid will have a fun time with all their friends on their happiest day.
36.1 Miles
97% 65 votes
National & State Parks 761 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI MoreLess Info
Beautiful and inviting throughout all four seasons, Petrifying Springs Park is great for picnics in the warm weather and sledding in the winter. Its features include a ball diamond, dog park, hiking trails, and more.
36.1 Miles
92% 12 votes
Historic Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1973, the Unity Temple Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the Unity Temple. The building was constructed in the 20th century by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
36.2 Miles
78% 9 votes
Cemeteries 863 Des Plaines Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
The Haymarket Martyrs Monument is symbolic of this destination, which alone attracts a majority of the tourists who come here. The forest homes and mausoleums are very interesting. It speaks more about art and history.
36.2 Miles
90% 21 votes
Historic Homes 217 Home Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 MoreLess Info
Pleasant Home, located in Oak Park, was built in 1897. It was originally a mansion. The place is adored as one of the best venues for wedding ceremonies, for its romantic reddish wooden texture.
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