- The list below includes 7 free or cheap things to do in or near Mattoon, Illinois, including 32 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Historic Districts and Bowling.
- From Douglas-Hart Nature Center to Lytle Park Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mattoon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Effingham.
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An ideal spot for a picnic, AMBUCS Park also features a playground that provides hours of fun for kids. The park also houses the Jean Driscoll Pavilion and the Nick Santi Pavilion, which can be booked for events.
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The West Side Park located in Champaign-Urbana is an exotic location for children's games in a large playground area. There are many iconic statues and tributes placed around its lush park area and walking paths.
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Urbana Public Library is a cozy little place that has a huge collection of books and is also equipped with a video library. It also has a cafe, wifi and reading rooms.
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On the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illini Union Bowling Lanes offers league bowling. Located in the recreation room of the union, other activities can also be enjoyed such as billiards, video and arcade games.
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102 East University Avenue, Champaign, IL
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Documenting the history of the Champaign-Urbana county area, the Champaign County Historical Museum contains artifacts from local residents. Exhibits hold military memorabilia, antique toys, a ballroom with dresses and suits, and a replica grocery store.
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With 2,000 square feet dedicated as a dance studio, Phillips Recreation Center provides community programs for folk dancing, ballet, tap, and more. In addition to the studio, the center has a fitness room and a lounge.
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Opened for the first time in 1913, the Art Theater is an independent theatre meant for true moviegoers. It can be rented for special events, such as private movie screening, corporate meetings and even weddings.
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Providing activities in both the warm and colder months, Crystal Lake Park offers many amenities. This includes lake access along with a nature center, picnic pavilions, playgrounds and a family aquatic center.
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The Orpheum Children's Science Museum is intended for children with ages ranging from kindergarten to 5th grade. It hosts programs such as school field trips, birthday parties and special educational events.
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Established in 1920, Urbana’s Victory Park is named for the victory gardens that were planted there during World War I. The park has neighborhood community gardens as well as a covered pavilion that can be reserved for events.