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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20.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Skating Rinks 5501 Walnut Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
A full scale ice rink, the Downer's Grove Ice Arena offers open skating hours, lessons in figure skating and basic ice skating, and a hockey program with a variety of leagues.
20.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 1016 Diamond Lake Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 MoreLess Info
The Mundelein Park & Recreation District has the mission of providing diverse recreational experiences to connect the local community. The organization oversees parks such as Spray Park and Barefoot Bay.
20.9 Miles
60% 10 votes
Bowling 34 W 185 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL 60504 MoreLess Info
Providing both open and league bowling, Parkside Lanes is a popular entertainment venue for families in Aurora. It features over 50 lanes and is also available for special events such as birthday or corporate parties.
20.9 Miles
79% 140 votes
Mini Golf 21711 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
Dubbed the 'World's Most Unusual Golf Course,' Park-King Skill originated in the 50s in Morton Grove, Illinois. Now located in Lincolnshire, the facility features two 18-hole courses, 7 water holes and 19 moving obstacles.
20.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Recreation Centers 2222 Birch Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018 MoreLess Info
The Des Plaines Park District is a park district that includes the Lake Park golf course, the Lake Park marina, and the Mountain View Adventure Center. The district also has a health club and a history center.
20.9 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 701 S Milwaukee Avenue, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Dam 1 Forest Preserve is a park with many outdoor shelters, picnic tables and wooded trails. Patrons can view wildlife such as deer, geese, swans and other animals or use this location for a family cookout or other event.
21.0 Miles
55% 162 votes
Bowling 7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
Pinstripes is an Oak Brook bistro that features bocce and bowling. Gluten-free cuisine, flatbreads and housemade pastas are among the featured entrees. The facility hosts school field trips that teach children about the games of bowling and bocce too.
21.1 Miles
The Brigantine Gallery & Art Academy is a fine art gallery, as well as a hands on Paint and Play studio for those wanting to embrace their artistic side. The gallery features an array of artists, with exhibits changing regularly.
21.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue 221 Dean Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
A not for profit organization that brings live music to the Woodstock area, Off Square Music focuses on folk and bluegrass music, and hosts a variety of live performances and events.
21.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 900 S Lake Street, Mundelein, IL 60060 MoreLess Info
Lakeside Lanes is a 32-lane bowling alley that provides automatic scoring, 12 bumper lanes for children, a pro shop, and a large video game room. The alley also has video slot machines and billiards tables.
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