- The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Restaurants, Art Gallery, History Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Essex Library Association to Canfield woods, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Middletown.
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34.8 Miles
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60 Bidwell Road, South Windsor, CT 06074
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Revolutions Bowling & Lounge features modern, high end bowling. With a full bar, live music every Saturday, afterglow bowling on Friday nights, cosmic bowling every Thursday, and pizza bowl, bowling is trendy again.
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Offering a lounge like atmosphere, Revolutions is popular for after work and group gatherings. Along with high-tech bowling equipment, the facility offers a billiard room and features live music throughout the weekend.
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100 Bidwell Road, South Windsor, CT 06074
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A full arcade featuring over 60 electronic games are offered at the Nomads Adventure Quest Family Fun Center. A lunch and dinner tavern provides on-site meals, and there is even a miniature golf course, laser tag, bounce house, and rock climbing wall.
34.9 Miles
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240 Governors Highway, South Windsor, CT 6074
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Nomads Outdoor Adventure bills itself as an aerial adventure park. The facility features extensive ropes courses, zip lining, and more than 70 aerial challenge activities. The facility hosts parties and retreats, as well.
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Suitable for open and league bowling as well as private events, Lakewood Lanes offers 42 synthetic lanes with automatic scoring. The center has a snack bar and a game area with arcade and redemption games.
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Located in historic Milford, the Gilded Lily is a multi-medium art gallery featuring the works of local and national artists. The gallery features painting, sculptures, blown glass, wearable art and jewelry.
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The Naugatuck Historical Society is housed in the old Naugatuck Railroad Station. The society is host to a museum and community meeting space for historical events highlighting the Naugatuck area. Historical talks of interest and exhibited collections change frequently.
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The Milford Fine Arts Council is a center for the performing arts that was establish in 1971. They host a variety of events including concerts, art exhibitions and classes, and live theater.
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A unique collection of pieces, Blank Space Gallery features mainly street art, contemporary pop art, and silk screens. Pieces range from simple creations or black and white sketches to colorfully complex pieces.
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Dedicated to environmental preservation, education and appreciation, Westmoor Park in West Hartford, Connecticut is a fantastic place for nature lovers of all ages. The park's main attraction is its farm, which is open daily.