Free & Cheap Things to Do in Edwardsville, IL

  • The list below includes 105 free or cheap things to do in or near Edwardsville, Illinois, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
  • From The Gardens at SIUE to Edwardsville Public Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Edwardsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Belleville and Alton.
  • The list below includes 105 free or cheap things to do in or near Edwardsville, Illinois, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
  • From The Gardens at SIUE to Edwardsville Public Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Edwardsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Belleville and Alton.
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Music Venue 1350 27th Street, Granite City, IL 62040 MoreLess Info
Summerstage Inc is an amateur thespian organization which began conducting theatrical performances in 1981. The group currently operates out of a seventy seat theater and presents five programs per year, including dramas, comedies and musicals.
12.1 Miles
92% 88 votes
Statues 2800 Block of College Avenue, Alton, IL MoreLess Info
The World's Tallest Man Statue is a life sized memorial statue of Robert Wadlow, who stood 8 feet, 11.1 inches tall at the time of his death. The statue stands in a public spot, and can be visited free of charge.
12.1 Miles
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History Museums 2803 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002 MoreLess Info
Preserving the region's cultural history, Alton Museum of History and Art features exhibits that display artifacts from the Civil War, urban legends, and notable past residents. The museum has a clothing exhibit that displays dresses from the 19th century.
12.2 Miles
The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the prehistoric city and organizes programs and events, such as the Kid Day and the nature/culture hikes. It also supports the Contemporary Indian Art Show, Indian Market Days and Performing Arts Series.
12.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 3003 Humbert Street, Alton, IL 62002 MoreLess Info
A traditional bowling center, Bowl Haven offers open and league bowling as well as birthday party hosting. The center provides a game room with arcade games and prizes, a bar and grill, televisions and a pro shop.
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Movie Theaters 1243 Niedringhaus Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040 MoreLess Info
Guests can see the newest releases at Granite City Cinema. The theater is a fun place to host a birthday party, take a date, or even organize a school or business trip for something entertaining to do.
13.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts Centers 627 E Broadway, Alton, IL 62002 MoreLess Info
The Jacoby Arts Center is a non-profit venue that seeks to promote and display the arts to the local community. Events at the center include live music performances, local artists' exhibits, and community classes, among many others.
13.2 Miles
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Skating Rinks 1823 Cleveland Blvd, Granite City, IL 62040 MoreLess Info
Guests can host full service birthday parties at Stoppkotte's Super Skate. The facility consists of a classic wood skate floor, a game room, and a full snack bar as well as designated skate times for those who are just learning.
13.4 Miles
65% 23 votes
Haunted Tours 301 E. Broadway, Alton, IL MoreLess Info
Those wishing to see where the dark ages got their name from can visit the Historic Museum of Torture Devices, where they will see the Chinese death cages, thumbscrews, Vlad's impaling pole, and many other torture devices.
13.4 Miles
88% 8 votes
Haunted Tours 301 E. Broadway, Alton, IL 62002 MoreLess Info
At Mineral Springs Paranormal Research Center, visitors can take a walking tour of the most famous haunted buildings in the town. The center also has a museum of torture devices that feature headcages, thumbscrews, and other contraptions.
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