Free & Cheap Things to Do in Evanston, IL

  • The list below includes 528 free or cheap things to do in or near Evanston, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Music Venue, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Northwestern University to Dawes Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Evanston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 528 free or cheap things to do in or near Evanston, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Music Venue, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Northwestern University to Dawes Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Evanston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
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Curt's Cafe 2922 Central Street, Evanston, IL MoreLess Info
Dine on breakfast and lunch or lattes and sweets at a nonprofit restaurant, which offers job training and life skills for at-risk youth
14.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 8 S Beverly Ln, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Bowl the night away at Beverly Lanes in Arlington Heights, Illinois. With over twenty lanes available and a party room for special events, visitors can enjoy the lanes in a comfortable, friendly, and affordable environment.
14.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Tennis 1257 N Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Promoting the sport of table tennis, Joola Table Tennis Club provides a place for fans of the sport to learn and perfect their game. Joola equipment including tables, balls and accessories are also sold here.
15.0 Miles
93% 15 votes
Race Tracks 301 Hastings Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Kart racing and bumper cars await the visitors of Chicago Indoor Racing. Besides these two, in here can be found a bar, pool tables and improvised dance floors.
15.1 Miles
56% 43 votes
Go Karts 301 Hastings Dr., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
An indoor go-kart racing facility, K1 Speed Buffalo Grove allows visitors to race at high speeds in an indoor, controlled environment. The facility hosts parties and special events, and hosts racing leagues.
15.1 Miles
100% 7 votes
Lake 1400 E Valley Ln, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Lake Arlington from one of the walking paths that circle the lake. There are rental shops set up by the lake so visitors can take sailboats and kayaks out on the water.
15.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 500 E Miner, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
The downtown Recreation Park is the oldest community park in the city. Through new developments, it has expanded to feature a baseball diamond, an indoor gymnasium with a wooden floor, and an Olympic sized pool.
15.2 Miles
74% 90 votes
Factory Tours 333 Lexington Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Long Grove Confectionary Co. seems to be the perfect place not only for kids, but for chocolate lovers also. Besides the many specialties, chocolate is transformed into art by the employees of this factory.
15.2 Miles
Laser Quest- Arlington Heights is a laser tag facility offering a number of services and amenities to enjoy. Birthday party hosting, public game sessions, and group outings are among the services provided by the center.
15.2 Miles
67% 3 votes
Ice Skating 34th & Laramie, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
During the winter season, visitors can enjoy outdoor, recreational ice skating at Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink. The rink has several concession stand that serves warm refreshments like hot chocolate.
15.3 Miles
92% 115 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas N Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
Part of the Ned Brown Forest Preserve, the Busse Woods Trail System offers hikers, cyclists and equestrians approximately 11 miles of paved trails. Fishing and boating are featured within the forest preserve.
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