Free & Cheap Things to Do in Gary, IN

  • The list below includes 123 free or cheap things to do in or near Gary, Indiana, including 99 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Art Gallery and Eating Districts.
  • From Marquette Park to Miller Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gary and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park and Oak Lawn.
  • The list below includes 123 free or cheap things to do in or near Gary, Indiana, including 99 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Art Gallery and Eating Districts.
  • From Marquette Park to Miller Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gary and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park and Oak Lawn.
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37.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Visitor Centers 901 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
The starting point for exploring Lyman Woods is called the William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center. The green building has exhibits, programs, an active bird feeding area, and birdwatching panel guides.
37.9 Miles
Rusty Wallace Racing Experience- Chicagoland Speedway allows visitors to drive racecars on a 1.5 mile d-shaped oval super speedway track, or just ride along. Packages start from as few as 3 laps, up to 50.
37.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 111 S Washington Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Accepting visitors of all skill levels, Fencing Center of Chicago offers an assortment of classes that teach the sport of fencing. The center runs a summer camp led by Germany's Olympic head fencing coach.
38.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 544 Anderson Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Located within a 24,000 square-foot complex, GenuWIN Sports Training Inc. is a sports training facility offering a number of services for the athletes training there. The facility offers training and personal instruction in softball, baseball, and soccer.
38.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Emerson St & Lawler Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 MoreLess Info
Emerson Park is a community-owned and managed park that features traditional amenities such as park benches, picnic areas, and playgrounds. In addition to these facilities, visitors will find tennis and basketball courts, as well as regularly maintained restrooms.
38.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 5300 W - 9200 N Church, Skokie, IL 60077 MoreLess Info
Situated on nearly two acres, Sequoya Park features a basketball court along with a large grass field suitable for sports and recreational activities. The park also offers a children's playground, park benches, a paved walking path and shade trees.
38.1 Miles
86% 43 votes
Baseball Fields 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive, Joliet, IL 50432 MoreLess Info
Silver Cross Field, home to the Joliet Slammers, is more than a clean, affordable park to enjoy a game with the family. The park features picnic patios, movie night specials, and year-round event accommodations.
38.1 Miles
83% 109 votes
Movie Theaters 5 S. Prospect, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
A small, historic theater and local landmark, the Pickwick Theater shows a variety of first-run movies, as well as occasional classic film series and special events. It offers an intimate setting, occasional specials, and deals on concessions.
38.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Other Entertainment 3 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL MoreLess Info
Started by violinist Edgar Muenzer and his wife, The Park Ridge Civic Orchestra hosted its opening night in 1994 at the Pickwick Theatre. The orchestra holds concerts at The Pickwick Theatre offering both classical and popular music.
38.1 Miles
33% 86 votes
Movie Theaters 80 Yorktown Shopping Ctr, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with IMAX, AMC Yorktown 18 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, reclining chairs, reserved seats, a full bar and an AMC Red Kitchen with ordering via tablet.
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