Free & Cheap Things to Do in Elgin, IL

  • The list below includes 546 free or cheap things to do in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Bowling, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Bluff Spring Fen to Elgin Community College, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elgin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Aurora.
  • The list below includes 546 free or cheap things to do in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Bowling, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Bluff Spring Fen to Elgin Community College, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elgin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Aurora.
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10.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 42W690 Il, Rt 64, St. Charles, IL 60175 MoreLess Info
St Charles Farms & Equestrian Center provides facilities for all areas of horse care, training, and lessons. They are a multi-use facility balancing the needs of Hunter/Jumper, Dressage, and Western Pleasure disciplines and have students compete in various circuits.
11.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Races Crissey Avenue, Geneva, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Fox River Trail Runners is a place where locals can organize, attend, train for, and support charity races such as 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, marathons, and a number of themed fun runs.
11.1 Miles
40% 5 votes
Skating Rinks 1996 S Kirk Road, Geneva, IL 60134 MoreLess Info
With Fox Valley Ice Arena, visitors can participate in adult hockey leagues or join a hockey class at in a NHL regulation sized rink. In addition to hockey, the arena has dance studios for ballet classes.
11.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 200 Main Street, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
West Chicago City of Art Gallery offers a main showroom along with other smaller display rooms. They feature an array of works including handy works and paintings by local artists as well as photograph bookmarks.
11.1 Miles
- 1 votes
Art Gallery 200 Main Street, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
Featuring artwork in a wide range of mediums, Gallery 200 displays ceramics, watercolors, jewelry, and more from local artists. In addition to rotating exhibits, the gallery hosts group painting events and craft classes.
11.2 Miles
95% 109 votes
Movie Theaters 116 West Main Street, Barrington, IL MoreLess Info
A historical theater, featuring one screen, the Catlow Theater in Barrington, Illinois once showed silent films in the late 1920's. The old-time movie theater, made in the Tudor Revival style, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
11.2 Miles
91% 80 votes
Movie Theaters 324 W Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 MoreLess Info
Focused upon offering quality, family-friendly entertainment, Picture Show Theater shows some of the most recent movie releases. Located in Bloomingdale Court, birthday parties and other special group events are welcome at this locale.
11.2 Miles
65% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 152 Stratford Sq, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 MoreLess Info
Housed in the Stratford Square Mall, Cinemark Century Theaters features top-rated, new movie releases. The facility further offers stadium seating and digital sound, along with a cafe and arcade for added fun and convenience.
11.2 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 212 W Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Barrington Area Historical Society was founded in 1968 by local residents dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Barrington area. Today, the Society features exhibits, events, tours, a Society Store, gallery and archive facility.
11.3 Miles
78% 23 votes
Pubs 105 S. Cook Street, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Featuring live music, McGonigal's Pub serves Irish drinks and meals while showing European sports on their TVs. The menu features traditional Irish food like corned beef, and American classics like burgers.
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