Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hartford, CT

  • The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
  • From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
  • The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
  • From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
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32.5 Miles
92% 131 votes
History Museums 67 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Kids and adults love to visit the Connecticut River Museum in Essex, Connecticut. The museum features a wide assortment of indoor and outdoor exhibits. Guided tours are available. School groups must reserve tours in advance.
32.5 Miles
40% 5 votes
National & State Parks Wintergreen Avenue, New Haven, CT MoreLess Info
Featuring elevations over 600-ft. above sea level, West Rock Ridge State Park is a scenic public park commonly visited by those who love being in nature. Popular park activities include hiking, boating, fishing, and enjoying the picturesque views throughout.
32.5 Miles
60% 5 votes
Natural Landmarks 175 Quaker Farms Rd, Rt 188, Southbury, CT 06488 MoreLess Info
A designated trout park, Southford Falls State Park offers year-round activities including hiking, cross-country skiing and field sports. Located along Eightmile Brook, the 169-acre park features several trails and a scenic waterfall.
32.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Lake 400 Hosley Avenue, Branford, CT 6405 MoreLess Info
Accessible with a permit, Lake Saltonstall has interlacing trails through nature for visitors to hike through. The main trail does a loop around the lake, providing views of the lake and boats fishing on it.
32.8 Miles
81% 123 votes
Farmers Markets 1355 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 MoreLess Info
Guilford, Connecticut is home to Bishop's Orchards, a combination produce farm, farm market and winery. Visitors are always welcome and may taste wines on-site. Bishop's also sells its wine in bottles.
32.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Music Venue 8 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 6443 MoreLess Info
Madison Arts Barn the is a youth center features a variety of programs and events. The center hosts theatrical productions, concerts, skate jams, workshops, and a variety of social events.
32.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 137 Glenwood Road, Clinton, CT 6413 MoreLess Info
Catering primarily to organized team sports, the Ethel Peters Recreational Complex is a city-run facility that has multiple baseball fields, as well as a full sized football field. The center also has lighted basketball courts and a skate park.
33.0 Miles
64% 11 votes
Other Entertainment Route 5, Holyoke, MA MoreLess Info
Mountain Park is an outdoor concert venue that offers guests the chance to listen to music while enjoying adult beverages and snacks. The location was previously the home of the Mountain Park Amusement Park.
33.0 Miles
31% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 325 E Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 MoreLess Info
Providing 12 auditoriums, Regal Cinemas displays first-run, feature films using digital projection with closed captioning and descriptive video devices. The theater has a cafe with food and drinks, a game room and stadium seating.
33.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Dog Park 236 Roxbury Road, Southbury, CT 06488 MoreLess Info
Offering plenty of exercise options for both dogs and owners, Southbury Dog Park features 14 acres of both wooded and open play space. The park offers a separate section for smaller dogs and is open year-round.
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