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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19.6 Miles
56% 43 votes
Go Karts 301 Hastings Dr., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
An indoor go-kart racing facility, K1 Speed Buffalo Grove allows visitors to race at high speeds in an indoor, controlled environment. The facility hosts parties and special events, and hosts racing leagues.
19.6 Miles
50% 26 votes
Laser Tag 732 Prairie Street, Aurora, IL 60506 MoreLess Info
Luigi's Pizza & Fun Center features a multi-level laser tag arena and a game room with over 100 games, including mini-bowling and air hockey. They offer an extensive menu including many specialty pizza.
19.6 Miles
70% 60 votes
Children's Play Area 864 S Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Ball Factory Indoor Play & Cafe has open play for children in their tot area, huge play structure, foam ball area and driving room. The cafe has snacks and also has free wi-fi and coffee for adults.
19.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Archery 360 N York St, Unit B, Elmhurst, IL 60126 MoreLess Info
Chicago Archery Academy offers archery equipment and training for children ages 8 and up and adults. They offer one hour classes and six week programs, and they have open range hours and can host archery tag events.
19.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Archery 11908 Catalpa Ln, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
T.A.Z. Archery is archery center that provides a variety of services including lessons, bow tuning, and archery strings. The center also hosts camps, birthday parties, and a variety of events.
19.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 245 E Crestview, Elmhurst, IL 60126 MoreLess Info
Elmhurst's Crestview Park is a neighborhood park that features a playground with a variety of equipment, courts for tennis, basketball, and roller hockey, a baseball diamond, and a sledding hill.
19.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 245 E Crestview Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 MoreLess Info
Consisting of 7 acres of land, Crestview Park is a regional park filled with playgrounds, baseball fields, tennis courts, and more. During the winter, the park has a sledding hill for kids to sled down.
19.8 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.
19.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 175 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 MoreLess Info
Features of Wilder Park include tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a group picnic area and formal gardens. Playground equipment includes a pyramid cargo net climber, sure to be a hit among children.
19.8 Miles
92% 51 votes
Movie Theaters 150 N York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126 MoreLess Info
Make it a movie night at York Theatre. All auditoriums are equipped with digital projection. Special pricing is offered for matinees, children, seniors and for Tuesday showings. Birthday parties can be booked.
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