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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31.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 16798 Parliament Ave, Between 7220-7800 W 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60483 MoreLess Info
At 55 acres, Centennial Park is the largest park in the Tinley Park district. The 12 acre lake is stocked with fish every spring to keep visitors coming to the fishing piers and never leaving empty handed.
31.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Disc Golf 1 University Parkway, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Lewis University, DGC is a 9 hole disc golf course with a mix of wooded and open holes. The course also features packed sand tees and good elevation because of a creek.
31.2 Miles
82% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 95 Fifth Street, Oswego, IL 60543 MoreLess Info
Featuring 10 screens with digital projection, Kendall 10 Theater is a clean and comfortable place to enjoy a movie. All theaters are equipped with stadium seating, and guests get free drink refills and 50 cent popcorn refills for the duration of their stay.
31.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mini Golf 16801 S 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Tinley Junction Mini Golf & Batting Cages features miniature golf with a model railroad running through the course, and batting cages with variable pitch speeds for both hardball and softball. They also have a concessions stand.
31.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Scenic Railroads PO Box 725, Oswego, IL 60543 MoreLess Info
The Great Train Expo is a national train show that caters to model railroad enthusiasts and features up to 500 tables of train dealers. The expo displays Lionel trains, American Flyer locomotives, and hobby tools.
31.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Magic Shows 6655 Maple Lane Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Mr D's Magic Show features mystifying, top-notch magic and illusions combined with comedy, audience participation, fire and live animals. He provides indoor and outdoor shows for a range of events including corporate events, trade shows and birthday parties.
31.5 Miles
90% 10 votes
Walking Tours 15126 Laurel Lane, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Those who are interested in improving their photography skills may enjoy the experience offered by Chicago Photography Tours by Kevin O'Connell. The artist takes guests past Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, and other historic spots.
31.5 Miles
33% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 8125 W 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
At Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, visitors can take advantage of the amenities offered to the community, from basketball and volleyball courts, to arts and crafts rooms. The facility offers a variety of kids programs for crafts, sports, and more.
31.6 Miles
67% 21 votes
Horseback Riding 16717 S Lockwood Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Forest View Farms is a recreational facility that features pony rentals, horseback riding lessons, hay and sleigh rides, and carriage rides. The facility also has a petting farm and sells horses.
31.6 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.
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