- 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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An art studio, Art a la Carte invites visitors to create their own works of art under the guidance of a professional artist. The studio hosts events for kids and for adults, as well as themed nights.
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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.
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Visitors to Wolfe Wildlife Refuge can jog and bike on the paved walk path, visit the playground, and play basketball or volleyball on the courts. It's also home to a natural wetlands area with diverse animals and birds.
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Hidden Creek Ranch is a ranch offering horse owners and riders a number of different services. These include riding lessons, horse boarding in one of the many stables, horse training, and many others.
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Joliet Area Historical Museum
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The Joliet Area Historical Museum is meant to show the heritage of this city. Besides the galleries in which the visitor is introduced to local history, in here can also be found a Lunar Lander Simulator, life size models and interactive temporary exhibits.
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Challenge a group of friends to a riveting game of laser tag at Chaser's Laser Tag. Arcade games are also available. Birthday parties, school field trips and other group events can be booked.
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An old-fashioned arcade devoted to preserving and celebrating the game of pinball, the Chicago Street Pinball Arcade features a wide array of pinball and classic arcade machines. Visitors can also reserve the venue for parties.
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A variety of recreational activities are available at Centennial Park, including horseshoe areas, sand volleyball courts, baseball fields and more. Guests can even bring a four-legged friend to The Dogout dog park.
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Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and hockey leagues are among the services provided by the Arctic Ice Arena, a local ice skating rink. The arena also contains a pro shop as well as a restaurant/bar/grill.