Free & Cheap Things to Do in Fairfax, VA

  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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18.4 Miles
Arts Centers 150 Gibbs Street, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
At VisArts at Rockville, visitors can choose from a variety of instructional art classes, from charcoal to cocktail painting. The classes are seasonal, featuring holiday classes such as gingerbread house making.
18.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Skating Rinks 8523 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910 MoreLess Info
During the winter season, visitors can skate in an outdoor ice rink at Silver Spring Ice Skating At Veterans Plaza. Visitors can rent ice hockey or figure skates from the pro shop.
18.5 Miles
80% 5 votes
Skating Rinks 131 Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
At 7,200 square feet, Ice Rink at the Square is the largest outdoor ice rink between Washington D.C. and Baltimore. The rink offers open skate, skate classes, hockey, birthday parties, corporate events, and more.
18.5 Miles
23% 61 votes
Movie Theaters 199 E Montgomery Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 13 screens, Regal Cinemas Rockville 13 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a game room and a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.5 Miles
7% 15 votes
Arts Centers 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
Rooftop At Rockville's Town Center features a variety of entertainment, from live music to art exhibitions, on a rooftop terrace. Visitors can rent the rooftop for private events such as wedding.
18.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 10000 Woodland Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902 MoreLess Info
General Getty Neighborhood Park offers visitors park amenities like community chess tables, picnic areas, walking paths, and more. The playground has a pirate themed climbing structure with ropes and slides.
18.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 700 Fallsgrove Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
With a modern facility and a list of activities that are fun, engaging, and physically beneficial, the Thomas Farm Community Center is perfect for community fitness, impromptu sporting events, and after school programs.
19.0 Miles
67% 9 votes
Historic Homes 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851 MoreLess Info
The historic Glenview Mansion is a home built in 1926 that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion sits on 153-acres of land and hosts a number of public and private events during the year.
19.0 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks Anacostia Tributary Trail System, Silver Spring, MD MoreLess Info
At Sligo Creek Park, visitors can go hiking or biking along a 10.2-mile hard surface trail. The location contains several paved and non-paved trails that connect with other areas of the park.
19.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Walking Trails 9500 Brunett Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20901 MoreLess Info
The Rock Creek Trails is an 18.6-mile surface that is suitable for hiking, biking, or rollerblading. The location offers scenic views for those hikers who are also seeking photo opportunities.
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