Free & Cheap Things to Do in Jackson, MI

  • The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Jackson, Michigan, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails and Children's Play Area.
  • From Falling Waters Trail to Jackson Historic Prison Tours, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Jackson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chelsea and Adrian.
  • The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Jackson, Michigan, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails and Children's Play Area.
  • From Falling Waters Trail to Jackson Historic Prison Tours, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Jackson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chelsea and Adrian.
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33.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 5153 Marsh Road, Okemos, MI 48864 MoreLess Info
The Nokomis Learning Center is a cultural museum that focuses on the Three Fires People of Michigan. The learning center has a gift shop and an art gallery, and offers tours for groups of 10 or more.
33.6 Miles
91% 717 votes
Science Museums 220 East Ann Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum allows adults and children to interact with science. The museum is divided into the concourse, all about me, preschool gallery, legacy gallery, Michigan nature, world around you, Lyons' country store, DTE Energy Foundation Light and Optics, and MediaWorks.
33.6 Miles
89% 228 votes
Shopping Districts Ashley, Depot, Division, and Ann Streets, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
Kerrytown is a historic area of businesses and homes that is roughly bordered by West Kingsley, North Division, East Hudson, and North First. The Ann Arbor Convention Center, Ann Arbor City Hall, and Community High School are located in this area.
33.6 Miles
66% 44 votes
Comedy Clubs 314 E Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1984, the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase is a comedy club that has the goal of providing the best in comedy entertainment. The club serves food and beverages and has a fully stocked bar.
33.7 Miles
40% 5 votes
National & State Parks 1960 Gaylord C Smith, Okemos, MI 48864 MoreLess Info
Nancy Moore Park is a 40-acre expanse of open green grass, gardens and athletic fields. The park offers basketball, baseball, sand volleyball, a playground, hiking trails, picnic pavilions and more.
33.7 Miles
94% 17 votes
Canoeing 1055 Long Shore Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 MoreLess Info
The Argo Park & Canoe Livery is a rental authority offering canoe, kayak, raft, tube, and stand up paddleboard rentals. The livery also offers concessions, river merchandise, and various river themed programs.
33.8 Miles
89% 179 votes
Art Museum 525 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 MoreLess Info
The University of Michigan Museum of Art is the result of over 150 years of art collecting by the University of Michigan, and is best known for its Asian art. Some of the displayed art dates back to 1100 AD, while other pieces are only a years old.
33.8 Miles
95% 63 votes
Gardens East Lansing, MI MoreLess Info
The 4-H Children's Gardens is an outdoor garden complex that is located inside Michigan State University. It is the best place where children can learn about botany and science. The garden also offers interactive activities that will teach students how to take care of their green thumbs.
33.8 Miles
93% 40 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 1016 S State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
In operation since the 1920s, Yost Ice Arena hosts open skate and stick-and-puck sessions for the public. The arena also offers skating and hockey clinics for both children and adults.
33.8 Miles
98% 177 votes
Movie Theaters 603 East Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
The Michigan Theater is a theater that shows films and live entertainment. The theater is home to the 'Barton Theatre Pipe Organ' and is split into two auditoriums named the 'Historic Theater' and the 'Screening Room'.
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