Free & Cheap Things to Do in Highland Park, IL

  • The list below includes 521 free or cheap things to do in or near Highland Park, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Recreation Centers, History Museums and Mini Golf.
  • From Ravinia Park to Sunset Woods Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Highland Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 521 free or cheap things to do in or near Highland Park, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Recreation Centers, History Museums and Mini Golf.
  • From Ravinia Park to Sunset Woods Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Highland Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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12.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 39 E Madison Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Traveling Lake Michigan, Caliente Charters offers full-service fishing excursions aboard a spacious and luxurious boat with advanced technology. Each trip comes with an experienced crew, supplies and equipment to fish for salmon, trout or perch.
12.5 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches 201 Seahorse Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.
12.6 Miles
94% 170 votes
Music Venue 203 North Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1927 and now capable of welcoming 2,427 people, the Genesee Theatre has hosted stars such as Bryan Adams, The Temptations, Jerry Seinfeld, James Brown, and many others.
12.6 Miles
90% 20 votes
Parks Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
An extensive outdoor park with a network of trails for walking and biking, the Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park features a variety of modern and contemporary works of art. The park also provides educational programs.
12.6 Miles
80% 10 votes
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Lake Park

Parks 2200 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018 MoreLess Info
With running trails snuggly wrapping around a picturesque lake, Lake Park is a favorite leisure spot for Des Plaines locals. The park also features an extensive grassy area with shady trees and picnic areas.
12.8 Miles
90% 10 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 1950 N US Hwy 45, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
The Libertyville Sports Complex is an indoor and outdoor sporting facility that features a fitness center, a driving range, a softball field, and artificial turf soccer fields. The complex also has eight basketball courts.
12.8 Miles
88% 8 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Deer Grove Forest Preserve, Palatine, IL 60074 MoreLess Info
Acquired as a wildlife and nature preserve in 1916, Deer Grove Forest Preserve spans 1800 acres. The preserve is of interest to students of wildlife and nature as well as to those who just want to jog or picnic.
12.8 Miles
- 2 votes
Soccer Field 1860 W Winchester Rd, Ste 204, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
Organizing recreational leagues for the community, Glsa Libertyville has a variety of soccer programs for both adults and children. Each season, the association runs a clinic that helps visitors improve their soccer skills.
12.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Skate Parks Talcott & Cumberland, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities year-round at South Park. In addition to a recreation center, the park features baseball and tennis facilities, a summer wading pool and winter ice skating and sledding.
12.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 2616 Washington, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Popular with all ages, Bertrand Bowling Lanes Incorporated is a fun place for friends and family to gather. Along with offering bowling leagues, it also provides for open bowling, video gaming, pool tables and concessions.
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