- 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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8290 Colony Seven Rd., Baltimore, MD 20701
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Operated by the NSA, or National Security Agency, the National Cryptologic Museum is devoted to codebreaking and its history. The museum features an array of exhibits highlighting the importance of cryptology in American and world history.
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From league to recreational bowling, Crofton Bowling Centre is a bowling alley with a pro shop and shoe rentals. Every Friday and Saturday night, the alley hosts an event where visitors can bowl to a live DJ and flashing lights.
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Lake Elkhorn Park is a small park housing a 37 acre lake with an average depth of 8 feet. The lake is suitable for trout and bass fishing. The park also maintains a walking trail, picnic areas, and a playground.
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A city park along the Patuxent River Greenway, Patuxent Ponds Park features two ponds, and allows catch and release fishing only. The area also features hiking trails with scenic woodland views.
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Crofton Bowl offers 48 lanes of bowling, as well as a snack bar and a lounge with Keno machines. They offer bumper bowling for kids, league play, and automated scoreboards.
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7175 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia, MD 21046
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Focused exclusively on trampoline-related activities, Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park provides free jump, a foam pit, slam dunk basketball and dodgeball. Also available are fitness classes and a special toddler time for younger visitors.
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Columbia SportsPark is a facility designed to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. Activities at the SportsPark include an 18-hole mini golf course, 10 batting cages, a playground, and two 600 foot pavilions.
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With 32 lanes of bowling available, the Brunswick Columbia Lanes seeks to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. Amenities at Brunswick Columbia Lanes include a snack bar, pro shop, and billiards.
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The 100 acre Piney Orchard Nature Preserve has 5 miles of walking and biking trails through wetlands, woodlands, stream beds and ponds. Paved, manicured and boardwalk trails enable visitors a first hand look at the local wildlife in varied habitats.
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Piney Orchard Ice Arena is an indoor ice hockey rink. The rink offers skating lessons, clinics, hockey league play, and hockey camps. There is also a well-equipped pro shop on the premises.