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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24.2 Miles
44% 9 votes
Mini Golf 1800 US Hwy 45, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
A family entertainment center, Aloha Falls Miniature Golf features two Hawaiian-themed miniature golf courses and an indoor table golf course. The center offers a cafe and bar, retro console games and tables for pool, ping pong and air hockey.
24.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Music Venue 454 N Green Bay Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Along with a full menu of Mexican dishes, the Red Iguana offers a nightclub environment with dancing and live musical performances. There is also a complete bar with a variety of drinks to choose from.
24.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Mini Golf 2411 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Rocky's Funhouse Miniature Golf is birthday party central. Guests can try black light mini golf, a number of modern arcade games, pizza, a prize counter with tons of selections for every ticket value, and more.
24.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Children's Play Area 101 Ambrogio Dr, Ste E, Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
Organizing activities for children, The Little Gym provides gymnastics and dance classes for ages three and up. The gym offers birthday party packages that include fun activities and a party room.
24.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 109th & Laramie, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Visitors to Wolfe Wildlife Refuge can jog and bike on the paved walk path, visit the playground, and play basketball or volleyball on the courts. It's also home to a natural wetlands area with diverse animals and birds.
24.4 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 212 W Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Barrington Area Historical Society was founded in 1968 by local residents dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Barrington area. Today, the Society features exhibits, events, tours, a Society Store, gallery and archive facility.
24.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Neighborhoods 4625 W 110th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
The Oak Lawn Park District is a collection of over 300 acres of parks, open fields, and recreational facilities for public use. These facilities include playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, an 18-hole golf course, and numerous others.
24.5 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 235 Lions Drive, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Langendorf Park has a little something for everyone to enjoy, including a fitness center, gymnasium with a track, a skate park and three playgrounds. An aquatic center is also available, along with sand volleyball courts, batting cages and indoor golf.
24.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1100 Main Street, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
Kelly Park is a community park filled with a large selection of recreational amenities for visitors to access. Among these amenities include a climbing structure, a playground area, a covered picnic shelter, and a 1.2-mile walking trail around the park.
24.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 2455 Warrenville Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
Covering approximately 600 acres, Downers Grove Park District is composed of over a dozen parks. The district offers golfing, a fitness club and activities, adult and youth sports and traditional park features like playgrounds, picnic areas and walking trails.
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