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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39.3 Miles
71% 7 votes
Bowling 16050 Centennial Cir, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
An adult favorite, Centennial Lanes mixes bowling with other adult fun. The bowling center is equipped with a full sized lounge bar, billiards, karaoke, and a black light bowling event.
39.4 Miles
Geneva Lake Museum of History is dedicated to taking visitors back in time to experience the unique heritage of the region in the late 19th century. Explore the Blacksmith shop, school room, General Store, and more, this is a must see for history buffs.
39.4 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 16798 Parliament Ave, Between 7220-7800 W 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60483 MoreLess Info
At 55 acres, Centennial Park is the largest park in the Tinley Park district. The 12 acre lake is stocked with fish every spring to keep visitors coming to the fishing piers and never leaving empty handed.
39.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mini Golf 16801 S 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Tinley Junction Mini Golf & Batting Cages features miniature golf with a model railroad running through the course, and batting cages with variable pitch speeds for both hardball and softball. They also have a concessions stand.
39.5 Miles
33% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 8125 W 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
At Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, visitors can take advantage of the amenities offered to the community, from basketball and volleyball courts, to arts and crafts rooms. The facility offers a variety of kids programs for crafts, sports, and more.
39.7 Miles
91% 13537 votes
Art Museum 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 MoreLess Info
Chicago's Museum of Science & Industry is found in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The museum includes live laboratory programs and science exhibits, plus an Omnimax Theater and other science shows.
39.7 Miles
57% 37 votes
Paintball 2903 Schweitzer Road, Joliet, IL 60436 MoreLess Info
CPX Sports is a paintball facility that spans 143 acres and offers games such as Armageddon, an apocalyptic town's ruins of dozens of burned out buildings creating the eeriest of landscapes and the Jungle of Doom.
39.8 Miles
90% 106 votes
History Museums 6799 Guilford Rd, Rockford, IL 61107 MoreLess Info
Step back into life at the turn of the 20th century with a visit to Midway Village & Museum Center. The village features 24 buildings, several museums and special events are held throughout the year.
39.9 Miles
93% 27 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 4503 Interstate Blvd, Loves Park, IL MoreLess Info
Built in 2006, the Rockford Riverhawks Baseball stadium can welcome up to 4,000 people. Among the amenities, in here there are eateries, a Party Porch, and a children's area.
40.0 Miles
42% 76 votes
Restaurants 1030 North Clark Street, Orland Park, IL MoreLess Info
The Dave and Busters which is located on Orland Park is a gaming, entertainment and amusement center. The gaming area is of a moderate size. The staff is gracious. It is also a culinary delight.
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