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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17.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 2455 Warrenville Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
Covering approximately 600 acres, Downers Grove Park District is composed of over a dozen parks. The district offers golfing, a fitness club and activities, adult and youth sports and traditional park features like playgrounds, picnic areas and walking trails.
17.8 Miles
54% 355 votes
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Chinatown

Neighborhoods 318 West Cermak Ave, Chicago, IL 60616 MoreLess Info
Chinatown is a neighborhood and cultural center that features a variety of restaurants and shopping areas inspired by the Chinese tradition. Visitors of this site who are interested in photography may enjoy taking pictures of the site's architectural design.
17.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 831 Maple Avenue, Wandschneider Park, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
The Downers Grove Park District Museum features three unique structures dating back to the 1800's. There are two Blodgett family houses, one of which was part of the Underground Railroad and the Coachhouse, featuring historical fire engines from Downers Grove.
17.8 Miles
Gallery's Choice is an art and gift gallery with an emphasis on hands-on art. The gallery offers a variety of artwork for sale and offer several year round art classes.
17.8 Miles
Arts & Crafts Classes 344 N Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
Artist At Heart is an art studio that offers artists of all skill levels the chance to show their creativity through artwork. The studio hosts a variety of classes, camps, and workshops that are open to all individuals.
17.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
Housed in the Wandschneider Park, the Downers Grove Historical Museum manages exhibits that celebrate the town's 150 year history. Artifacts and memorabilia are displayed in permanent collections at four historic locations that guests can tour.
17.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 1784 Essex Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 MoreLess Info
Featuring open forest areas and wetlands, Black Bear Park has a pond with fish and waterfowl, a playground and a gazebo with a picnic table. The park can be used for basketball, frisbee golf, fishing and walking.
17.9 Miles
64% 359 votes
Movie Theaters 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton, IL 60189 MoreLess Info
Besides the movie going experience, Studio Movie Grill offers other services that would make a night out complete. The movies are paired by a premium bar and an all American culinary treat.
17.9 Miles
Specialty Museums 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
The Field Museum offers visitors the opportunity to learn about natural history through exhibits and children's programs. One of the location's main attraction, “Sue”, is the tyrannosaurus rex that has ever been discovered.
17.9 Miles
82% 22 votes
Farms & Ranches 29W310 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
The Sonny Acres Farm is an outdoor farm that grows gourds, squash, Indian corn, and Wisconsin and Michigan apples. The farm is available for birthday parties and provides tours of the area.
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