- The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Matthews, North Carolina, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Recreation Centers and Hiking Trails.
- From Stallings Park to Four Mile Creek Greenway - Matthews, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Matthews and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Concord, Charlotte and Huntersville.
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Paintball Promos packages include choice of several area fields, admission, and all necessary equipment
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Stallings Park gets high marks from community members for its use of recreational space. The park boasts a splash pad, walking trails, three playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic spaces and an 18-hole disc golf course.
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1631 Pleasant Plains Road, Matthews, NC 28105
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The first of its kind in the town of Matthews, the Four Mile Creek Greenway , Matthews is a boardwalk that connects various local neighborhoods. Visitors can use it for scenic walks in a natural surrounding.
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Monkey Joe's is an indoor play place and party destination that features a wide array of safe, active play areas for kids. The facility welcomes walk-ins, and hosts birthday parties, as well.
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With 265 acres amid woods and a lake, the Colonel Francis Beatty Park has something for all outdoor enthusiasts. Amenities include athletic fields and courts, horseshoe pits, multiple shelters, playgrounds, nature trails, and boating areas.
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Woodlands and water features create a bucolic atmosphere at Squirrel Lake Park. Its 29 acres encompass two shelters, grill areas, playground and swings, horseshoe pit, walking trails, fishing pond, and a 12-hole disc golf course.
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A wilderness feel characterizes Idlewild Road Park, which spans 125 acres of woodlands and open grass areas. The development provides a 1.5 acre nature trail, two softball fields, a playground and picnic shelters with tables.
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Stumptown Park sits on one acre of downtown land in Matthews. Reminiscent of a town green, it hosts a performance stage, grill and picnic area, small playground and sand volleyball court for pickup games.
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Offering a big-screen experience on a small budget, Cinemark Movies 10 shows already released movies for a smaller ticket price. The theater boasts 10 screens, closed captioning and assistive listening and has 3D capability.
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Home to a collection of original, impressionistic art pieces, the B. Brown Gallery displays works from some of Matthews best local artists. The owner, who is the primary artist, can also turn visitors photos into paintings.
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The Matthews Heritage Museum is located in the 1880 Massey-Clark House. As one of the oldest buildings in the area, it features galleries that take visitors back in time, and adults and children can enjoy interactive and educational activities.