Free & Cheap Things to Do in Downers Grove, IL

  • The list below includes 680 free or cheap things to do in or near Downers Grove, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Arcades, Bowling and History Museums.
  • From Hidden Lake Forest Preserve to Downers Grove Park District, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Downers Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Oak Park, Skokie and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 680 free or cheap things to do in or near Downers Grove, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Arcades, Bowling and History Museums.
  • From Hidden Lake Forest Preserve to Downers Grove Park District, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Downers Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Oak Park, Skokie and Evanston.
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21.6 Miles
76% 33 votes
Movie Theaters 1850 Tower Road, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
The Pacific Glen Stadium 10 is a ten-theater movie multiplex that shows new release movies with all-stadium seating. The theater features digital video and sound, reclining seats, and Dolby 3D.
21.6 Miles
75% 16 votes
Parks 3220 Oakton Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
A joint project of the City of Evanston and the Skokie Park District, Pooch Park is an off-leash dog park that spans 2.7 acres. The park has separate areas for small dogs and for agility training, and has water fountains.
21.6 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Patriot Blvd & Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
A fenced-in section of Gallery Park, Little Bear Garden is designed for smaller children to play and explore. There is a storytelling corner that often features live storytelling, as well as a shrubbery maze and a splash play area.
21.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 1902 Havenhill Drive, Plainfield, IL 60586 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by taxidermist and artist Thomas M. Stepanek, Tom's Wildlife Art and Taxidermy offers taxidermy services for hunting and fishing trophies of all kinds. The company also tans hides and makes rugs.
21.7 Miles
66% 7893 votes
575

Navy Pier

Piers & Boardwalks 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 MoreLess Info
Historic Navy Pier contains 50 acres of parks, unique shops, promenades, eateries, and a variety of entertainment attractions. Over 8 million visitors per year enjoy the 15-story tall Ferris wheel, Children's Museum, and cruise boat rides on the lake.
21.7 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
The Glenview Park District is a leisurely park district that is home to the Grove National Historic Landmark, Wagner Farm, the Schram and the Memorial Museum. The district also has a golf club.
21.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Mulford Street, Evanston, IL 60202 MoreLess Info
From walking paths to playgrounds, Robert E James Park provides visitors with an outdoor area for activities. During the winter season, visitors can bring a sled to a popular sledding spot on one of the park's hills.
21.8 Miles
9% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 4999 Old Orchard Center, Ste A21, Skokie, IL 60077 MoreLess Info
Regal Gardens 7-13 is a multiplex movie theater with digital projection that airs first run films. The theater offers mobile ticketing and also hosts birthday parties and other special events.
21.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 2500 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60026 MoreLess Info
Surrounding Lake Glenview, Gallery Park is an interactive park where locals can hike three different trails, fish at 8 designated locations, catch a performance at the amphitheater, or play a game at one of the many ball fields.
21.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 3300-3680 Sundown Ln, Yorkville, IL 60560 MoreLess Info
Used for multi-purposes, Saw Wee Kee Trail provides a beautiful path through the park. This trail is most often used by hikers and BMX bikers, but is also available to horseback riders and cross-country skiers in the winter months.
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