Free & Cheap Things to Do in Des Plaines, IL

  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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7.9 Miles
86% 66 votes
Skating Rinks 615 S Consumers Avenue, Palatine, IL 60074 MoreLess Info
Located in Palatine, Illinois, the Orbit Skate Center offers roller skating lessons to people of all ages and abilities. The facility features parties and skating throughout the year. Both adults and children regularly visit the facility.
7.9 Miles
76% 161 votes
Comedy Clubs 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
The Improv Comedy Club showcases nationally known comedians at its location in the Chicago area. The club offers a full-service dinner menu, and diners are given priority seating for all comedy shows.
7.9 Miles
90% 39 votes
Children's Play Area 5 Woodfield Mall, Ste G-144, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2011, Yu Kids Island is a playground offering a number of fun attractions for its young guests to enjoy. Each piece of equipment incorporates some type of movement meant to stimulate excitement in the playground's guests.
8.0 Miles
85% 85 votes
Comedy Clubs 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Stand-up comedy awaits at the Chicago Imrov club for anybody who wishes to have a few good laughs, while serving a drink or any fast-food dish on the menu.
8.0 Miles
93% 236 votes
Malls 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Woodfield Mall will have the opportunity to shop at a variety of locations, including Zales Jewelers, Brookstone, and Chico's. The location also features a variety of dining locations for guests seeking refreshments.
8.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Soccer Field 545 S Consumers Avenue, Palatine, IL 60074 MoreLess Info
As an indoor sports complex, Soccer Enterprises has a facility with two turf fields that hosts camps, classes, and soccer leagues. The center also hosts events such as antique shows and craft fairs.
8.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
Featuring two stages, North Shore Opera Hour offers live singing performances for a variety of genres, from classical music to Broadway tunes. The theater also hosts youth theater performances for the community.
8.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Soccer Field 545 S Consumers Avenue, Palatine, IL 60074 MoreLess Info
Both indoor and outdoor soccer for both adults and children is featured at Soccer City. In addition to local leagues and summer camps, the facility holds classes and training sessions to improve soccer skills.
8.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Skating Rinks 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
Centennial Ice Rink has a main rink and a studio rink where visitors can skate or play hockey or broomball, and where all equipment and the rinks can be rented. It has a concession stand with snacks and refreshments.
8.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Swimming Pool 2300 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
The Centennial Family Aquatic Center is a family friendly water park that features a 50-meter pool with 8 lap lanes, a wading pool with a tot slide, and locker room facilities. The center also has a leisure pool.
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