- 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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Based on the idea that children learn best through play, the Discovery Place KIDS has seven areas featuring what children can do including create, move, grow, be healthy, explore, work and build, and a learning garden, plus a special town center with puppet stage. The museum often has special events.
21.4 Miles
The 2.25-mile multi-use Riverwalk Trail is a recreational trail that can be used for biking, walking, running, or roller blading. The trail links 15 counties in North and South Carolina.
21.6 Miles
First opened in 1950 as a children's discovery center, the Museum of York County, has grown to include a large collection of exhibits on Africa and its animals. Visitors can also visit the planetarium, naturalist center, and the local landscape.
21.6 Miles
The Gettys Art Center is a beautiful and charming piece of Rock Hill history. The grand gallery features a multi-level space comprised of art displays, many pottery exhibits and events.
21.7 Miles
A museum that offers educational activities and developmental play, the Main Street Children's Museum has weekly and seasonal events. The museum can be a host for birthday parties and offers guided tours and programs.
21.7 Miles
As the stadium for the region's school sport teams, District 3 Stadium offers the community a place to watch football games. The stadium also hosts drum competitions and other events.
21.8 Miles
An outdoor venue that only opens in the summer months is the Old Town Amphitheater. The live music venue is downtown close to shops, places to eat, and space to park.
21.8 Miles
Consisting of a theater and art gallery, Cabarrus Arts Council features weekly concerts and artist studio events for visitors to attend. The gallery features the work of regional and national artists in multimedia, paintings, and sculpture.
21.9 Miles
Glencairn Gardens is an 11-acre botanical garden with a wide variety of plants. Visitors can use paved walkways to explore the landscaped lawns, see ducks and fish in ponds, and even plant seeds in a public vegetable garden.
21.9 Miles
At Lakeshore Fishing, visitors can spend a day fishing with complimentary bait and tackle. With admission, visitors get access to unlimited fishing to both of the two ponds on the property.