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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23.0 Miles
The Brigantine Gallery & Art Academy is a fine art gallery, as well as a hands on Paint and Play studio for those wanting to embrace their artistic side. The gallery features an array of artists, with exhibits changing regularly.
23.0 Miles
Recreation Centers 9400 S Oak Park Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Oak Lawn Pavilion is a recreation center that features a wide variety of amenities. The facility has eight volleyball courts, two sand volleyball courts, softball fields, basketball courts,and indoor and outdoor soccer fields.
23.1 Miles
94% 170 votes
Music Venue 203 North Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1927 and now capable of welcoming 2,427 people, the Genesee Theatre has hosted stars such as Bryan Adams, The Temptations, Jerry Seinfeld, James Brown, and many others.
23.1 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks Cuba Rd & N Ela Road, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
The Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve is a leisure park that has a crushed-gravel trail that can be used for biking, running, walking, strolling, and roller blading. The preserve also has restrooms.
23.1 Miles
- 1 votes
Music Venue 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
Austin's Fuel Room is a live music venue that books a variety of local, regional, and nationally touring artists, typically in the rock and metal genres. The venue is combined with a restaurant and bar called Austin's Saloon and Eatery.
23.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 9900 S Kostner, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
With its soccer fields, two tennis courts, baseball field, basketball court, playground and 'tot lot' the Patrick Sullivan Park is a destination for sports and recreation. It was renamed for the popular park-district commissioner in the late 1990s.
23.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 483 Fairview Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by the city, Sunset Pool rests in southwest Glen Ellyn. This outdoor zero-depth pool features a beach-style entry that makes it easy for families with young children to enjoy.
23.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 9831-9899 S Central Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Oak Lawn Baseball is an outdoor baseball and softball league that hosts boys travel baseball games and girls travel softball games. The league also offers free clinics for girls and boys who are enrolled in the league.
23.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 620 Wilson Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Amenities within the small Panfish Park include a natural wooded area for exploration and a picnic area. The site that covers only an acre and a half also has a children's playground with a swing set.
23.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 2 Rotary Drive, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
With many sports field to choose from, Ron Beese Park offers visitors outdoor activities like lacrosse, baseball, football, soccer, and more. In addition to sports fields, the park has picnic shelters, community gardens, and a team challenge course.
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