Free & Cheap Things to Do in Fairfield County, CT

  • The list below includes 238 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfield County, Connecticut, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and History Museums.
  • From Golf Art to Rolnick Observatory, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfield County and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Milford and Fairfield.
  • The list below includes 238 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfield County, Connecticut, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and History Museums.
  • From Golf Art to Rolnick Observatory, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfield County and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Milford and Fairfield.
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10.5 Miles
100% 6 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 1 Independence Way, Danbury, CT 06810 MoreLess Info
The Danbury Ice Arena is a hockey rink and skating facility that is home to the Danbury Whalers hockey team. In addition to professional hockey, the rink offers open skating, youth leagues, and lessons, and is available for party rentals.
10.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Beaches 880 S Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 6824 MoreLess Info
With 27 acres of pristine land and sandy shores, Jennings Beach is a safe place to enjoy a relaxing day. The beach provides concessions, sailboat racks, volleyball, swimming lessons, and it hosts four family nights throughout the summer.
10.6 Miles
100% 5 votes
Art Gallery 150 Mopus Bridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT MoreLess Info
Located on the grounds of a privately owned area, the Kouros Sculpture Center features sculptures in a wide variety of styles by 50 different artists. The center also displays photos, paintings, and other art.
10.6 Miles
72% 43 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 1 Bostwick Avenue, Bridgeport, CT MoreLess Info
At Captain's Cove Boardwalk, visitors can stroll by quaint shops, arcades, restaurants, and more. There are often local performers providing live entertainment. The boardwalk offers visitors views of the marina and the Nantucket lightship.
10.7 Miles
80% 119 votes
Specialty Museums Danbury Railway Museum, Danbury, CT 06813 MoreLess Info
Rail fans flock to the Danbury Railway Museum in Danbury, Connecticut. It contains one of the country's largest collections of vintage train cars, engines and paraphenalia. The museum also offers train rides and has a large gift boutique.
10.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 55 Old Dairy Road, Trumbull, CT 6611 MoreLess Info
Located on 18-acres of land, the Chester Hill Farm is an equestrian farm that features 5 turnout paddocks, an outdoor ring, and a cross-country course. The farm offers horse-riding lessons to people of all ages and abilities.
10.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Art Museum 900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT 6604 MoreLess Info
A part of the local community college, Housatonic Museum of Art features a wide collection of works from both traditional and modern artisans. Open to the community, exhibits are changed frequently and are often used in classroom education.
10.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Music Venue PO Box 2957, Danbury, CT 6813 MoreLess Info
As an outdoor amphitheater, Charles Ives Center For the Performing Arts offers a mix of performing arts events in a scenic wilderness environment. Visitors can attend art shows, Shakespeare plays, and music events at the center.
10.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 1856 Huntington Tpke, Trumbull, CT 6611 MoreLess Info
Established in 1964, the Trumbull Historical Society is a group dedicated to promoting and preserving the history of the local area. The society operates a museum filled with artifacts and exhibits that educate about the local history.
11.0 Miles
86% 1584 votes
Aquariums 10 North Water Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 MoreLess Info
Norwalk's The Maritime Aquarium is a large institution featuring amazing and diverse exhibits from around the world. Its most unusual features include a shark touch tank, meerkat habitat, IMAX theater, educational children's camp and a series of exhibits on African marine life.
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