Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kankakee, IL

  • The list below includes 18 free or cheap things to do in or near Kankakee, Illinois, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
  • From B. Harley Bradley House to Willowhaven Interpretive Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kankakee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bourbonnais.
  • The list below includes 18 free or cheap things to do in or near Kankakee, Illinois, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
  • From B. Harley Bradley House to Willowhaven Interpretive Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kankakee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bourbonnais.
Showing 251-260 of 269
49.3 Miles
55% 11 votes
Horse Races 3501 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
As a horse racing venue, Hawthorne Race Course provides visitors with a space to watch thoroughbred horses race while enjoying a meal. Visitors can participate in placing wages on horses for the races.
49.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 3320 Grove Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 MoreLess Info
Bounce Sports Corporation is an indoor sports facility that provides athletic training to young people. Their complex includes a 130 ft long multi-purpose field, two story high ceilings, high tech batting cages, half court basketball and a fitness area.
49.4 Miles
67% 3 votes
Ice Skating 34th & Laramie, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
During the winter season, visitors can enjoy outdoor, recreational ice skating at Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink. The rink has several concession stand that serves warm refreshments like hot chocolate.
49.4 Miles
- 1 votes
Marinas 1200 Marina Way, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Portage Public Marina provides access to Lake Michigan via the Burns Portage Waterway. The marina features fishing from the pier and is also a boat launching site for Lake Michigan.
49.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 5320 N Meridian, Valparaiso, IN 46385 MoreLess Info
Sitting atop a series of lakes, Rogers-Lakewood Park allows visitors to enjoy a number of water-based activities like paddle boats, but also has hiking trails and a rock climbing wall. The local wildlife includes beavers and turtles.
49.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
256

Valplayso

Parks 1200-1670 E Glendale Blvd, Valparaiso, IN 46383 MoreLess Info
Built in 1994, Valplayso is a recreational playground that spans 17,000-sqft and boasts a poured rubber surface. The park features a Little Viking Tot Lot, a Spider Climber, and a Zip Krooz.
49.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 5800 Park Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
Organizing fitness and arts programs for the community, Cicero Community Center offers a variety of classes to take, from painting to yoga classes. The senior club hosts their bingo games and other events at the center.
49.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Walking Tours 901 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
Located on a 150-acre area, Lyman Woods is a peaceful and relaxing nature preserve offering nature trails open to the public. The preserve features over 300 species of native plants and is commonly visited by walkers, joggers, and nature lovers.
49.7 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.
49.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 3001 S Wisconsin Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 MoreLess Info
As the largest park in the Berwyn Park District, Proksa Park offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as tennis, basketball, hiking, and more. The park has ponds and creeks that visitors can take picnics next to.
Showing 251-260 of 269
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Kankakee AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!