Free & Cheap Things to Do in Elmhurst, IL

  • The list below includes 704 free or cheap things to do in or near Elmhurst, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Wilder Park to Berens Park Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elmhurst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 704 free or cheap things to do in or near Elmhurst, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Wilder Park to Berens Park Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elmhurst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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16.3 Miles
94% 16 votes
Specialty Museums 910 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 MoreLess Info
Lovers of Toby Jugs will greatly appreciate a visit to its designated museum in Evanston. The American Toby Jug Museum features thousands of interesting and exciting character jugs in its collection.
16.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 1192 Sanders Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Filled with green fields, Wood Oaks Green Park has 56 acres of land for picnics, sports activities, fishing, and more. The park has several walking path loops for jogging, biking, and other activities.
16.3 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 222 S. Wolf Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Located on 97 acres, Heritage Park features baseball, softball and soccer fields, tennis courts and an ice skating rink in the winter. The park has a playground, picnic facilities and a path suitable for walking and biking.
16.4 Miles
65% 414 votes
Movie Theaters 352 South Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Hollywood Palms Cinema is more than a movie going experience. It has also a private screening room, a restaurant and a bar, making it ideal for both adults and children.
16.4 Miles
96% 25858 votes
Parks 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602 MoreLess Info
Chicago's Millennium Park is a public park located to the north of the Art Institute of Chicago. The area features an ice rink, concerts, a garden setting and art exhibits.
16.4 Miles
86% 388 votes
Beaches 1000 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611 MoreLess Info
Oak Street Beach offers guests the opportunity to hike and swim in the waters of Lake Michigan. The location, which is often a site for beach volleyball games, also provides places for guests to purchase beer and cocktails.
16.4 Miles
62% 13 votes
Recreation Centers 327 W Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Among the attractions offered by the Wheeling Aquatic Center is Willie the Whale, a toddler-sized water slide. The center also offers a variety of pools, slides, and activities, as well as a sand play area and a cafe.
16.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1331 Shermer Rd, Shermer Rd & Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Opened in the 1940s, Village Green showcases 10 acres of walkways, green gardens, and playgrounds. Picnic areas are featured as well as a full baseball diamond, and views of local businesses and passing trains are available.
16.5 Miles
93% 202 votes
439

Space

Music Venue 1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL MoreLess Info
The Society for Preservation of Arts and Culture in Evanston, simply called Space, combines a restaurant, a bar and music into one. The dance floor is spacious enough if it gets crowded at musical events.
16.5 Miles
89% 594 votes
Parks 500 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60604 MoreLess Info
At Grant Park, guests will have the opportunity to visit the Art Institute, the Adler Planetarium, and the Field Museum. This 319 acre site also features a variety of sculptures and the Buckingham Fountain.
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