- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Lafayette, Indiana, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Botanical Gardens and Parks.
- From Fairfield Lakes Park to Armstrong Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lafayette and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Lafayette, Monticello and Crawfordsville.
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119 Howard Avenue, West Lafayette, IN 47906
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O'Bryan's Nine Irish Brothers is a family owned and operated traditional Irish pub that features a full bar and menu. The pub is also a live music venue where Irish bands perform on the weekends.
1.7 Miles
Open Door Brewery was founded by several friends who originally began with the creation of home brew beer. It is now a nano brewery operation which sells their specialty beers over the web with a tap room soon to be opened.
1.8 Miles
With 9 auditoriums showing the latest films, Wabash Landing 9 has upgraded its theaters to include digital projectors and stadium seating. The concession stand serves popcorn with 50 cent refills and sodas with free refills.
1.9 Miles
The bowling alley, Union Rack & roll, is also a billiards facility that holds weekly special events including Xtreme Bowling' and Unlimited Billiards'. The facility serves alcoholic beverages and is available for birthday parties and corporate events.
1.9 Miles
The 81-acre Happy Hollow Park contains trails, footpaths, and playgrounds for ages two through 12. The park also has a volleyball court and a tube run that is open each winter.
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Located on a half-acre plot of land, Lincoln Park is a small public park located within a quiet residential area. Amenities at the park include a playground, covered picnic area, and barbecue grills.
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Founded in 1869 at the initiative of a local business man, Purdue University now host on its campus the Purdue Mall, the Memorial Mall, a stadium and many other amenities.
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Slayter Hill, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Slayter Center of Performing Arts is an outdoor amphitheater that offers first come, first serve seating on a sloping hillside. Musical events, lawn movies, and dances are held within the venue that can hold up to 20,000 people.
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Mackey Arena
900 John R. Wooden Drive, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47906
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A sports facility, Mackey Arena is host to the Purdue University basketball programs. The facility also houses a number of classes and programs, as well as several academic and staff offices.
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Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1954, the Samara House is currently the home of its original owner and his family. It covers a total of 2,200 square feet.