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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9.6 Miles
82% 143 votes
Breweries 9750 Indiana Pkwy, Munster, IN 46321 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1996, Three Floyds Brewing Co now produces 8 beer specialties, plus numerous seasonal others. It has its own pub and organizes special events all around the year.
9.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Tennis Schererville, IN MoreLess Info
Opened in 1983, Serves You Right Tennis Services is a tennis training provider that offers private and group lessons, personal coaching and hitting partners. It also provides clothing and accessories along with racket services.
10.0 Miles
67% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 6550 US Hwy 6, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Featuring 16 screens, Goodrich Quality Theaters Portage 16 IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers D-BOX motion seats, two party rooms, stadium seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
10.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2275 McCool Road, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
One of only two mountain bike trails in northwest Indiana, Imagination Glen Park features a 10-mile trail for biking, hiking and dog walking. The trail offers a range of difficulty to match the skill levels of different users.
10.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Marinas 701 Casino Ctr Drive, Hammond, IN 46320 MoreLess Info
At Hammond Marina, visitors can go fishing at Lake Michigan or simply take a walk on one of the pedestrian trails on the grounds. At the marina, visitors can dock their boats at one of the 918 slips.
11.0 Miles
- 4 votes
Movie Theaters 16621 Torrence Avenue, Lansing, IL 60438 MoreLess Info
Lansing Cinema 8 is a local movie theater that shows its visitors the latest Hollywood film releases. Amenities at the theater include a number of concessions as well as matinee specials.
11.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 2524 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL 60438 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1953, Lan Oak Lanes features 16 lanes of bowling with shoe rental. The bowling center also has a lounge, snack counter with food and drinks and a private room for events and parties.
14.1 Miles
86% 148 votes
Gardens 71 North 500 West, Valparaiso, IN 46385 MoreLess Info
Covering 360 acres of prairies, wetlands, gardens and woodlands, Taltree Arboretum & Gardens welcomes the entire family. The children can enjoy the miniature steam engines, while the bird watchers can take any of the 5 trails totaling almost 4 miles to spot trumpeter swans and other 18 bird species.
14.8 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 700 W Porter Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304 MoreLess Info
Located on Lake Michigan, the Westchester Township Historical Museum lends charm to the town of Chesterton. The stately brick home collects and preserves the areas historical documents and artifacts and is available for touring.
15.2 Miles
89% 577 votes
National & State Parks 1600 N 25 E, Chesterton, IN 46304 MoreLess Info
Many forget Indiana is located on the south shores of Lake Michigan, but one of the state's highlights is its beautiful dunes, towering 200 feet above the lake. Visit Indiana Dunes State Park, where beaches are wide and swimming is welcome. Concession stands, restrooms, picnic areas, campgrounds and lifeguards …
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