Free & Cheap Things to Do in McKinney, TX

  • The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near McKinney, Texas, including 91 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Breweries.
  • From Pecan Grove Memorial Cemetery to Towne Lake Recreation Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in McKinney and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plano, Richardson, Frisco and Garland.
  • The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near McKinney, Texas, including 91 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Breweries.
  • From Pecan Grove Memorial Cemetery to Towne Lake Recreation Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in McKinney and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plano, Richardson, Frisco and Garland.
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All-you-can-eat buffet stocked with garlic-crusted pizzas, pasta, and a salad bar
14.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 800 Thomas Street, Wylie, TX 75098 MoreLess Info
Covering 39 acres, Wylie Community Park offers facilities for picnics, basketball, baseball and volleyball as well as horseshoe pits and a playground. The park also features a paved hike and bike trail, almost one-mile in length.
14.9 Miles
80% 111 votes
Movie Theaters 3800 Dallas Parkway, Plano, TX 75093 MoreLess Info
A movie theater multiplex, the Cinemark West Plano screens primarily newly released Hollywood films in full digital video and sound. The theater features serve yourself concessions, and offers a variety of promotions.
15.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, TX 75082 MoreLess Info
With open areas to run and play in, Galatyn Park offers many activities for park-goers to do. Amenities at the park include chess tables, a sandbox area, and a horseshoe area to play in.
15.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Skate Parks 5151 N Colony Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056 MoreLess Info
The Colony Parks & Recreation & Skatepark is a neighborhood park and skate park. The park features a one acre playground, open fields, and a basketball court. The skate park is packed with ramps, platforms, benches, and grinding rails.
15.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks Richardson, TX 75080 MoreLess Info
Measured at 37.25 acres, the Prairie Creek Park is a small neighborhood park located in a serene, peaceful environment. The park contains a waterfall and many scenic colors, making it a popular location for photography.
15.7 Miles
28% 25 votes
Bowling 2101 N Central Expressway, Richardson, TX 75080 MoreLess Info
A bowling center with 40 lanes, AMF Richardson Lanes provides both open and league bowling as well as a pro shop. The center has a lounge area, four flat-screen televisions for sports viewing, billiard tables and arcade games.
15.7 Miles
80% 5 votes
Haunted Tours 7801 Main Street, The Colony, TX 75056 MoreLess Info
Not quite a haunted house, Haunted Shadows Lake Trail is a haunted trail where visitors are given a flashlight and sent off at night to explore alone. There is also a barn and basement, and creatures encountered along the way.
15.9 Miles
96% 429 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 6701 West Parker Road, Plano, TX 75093 MoreLess Info
The Arbor Hills Nature Preserve features many acres of open space in its 200-acre boundaries. People can use the pavilions, jog on the track, hike, orienteer, play on the playground, bike, and climb the observation tower.
15.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Soccer Field 1251 Digital Drive, Richardson, TX 75081 MoreLess Info
Soccer Spectrum is an indoor soccer arena that hosts soccer games in all weather and through the evening. Youth and Adult leagues, and party rentals are available. A pizzeria is located on site for late-night snacks.
16.3 Miles
50% 26 votes
Specialty Museums 677 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson, TX 75080 MoreLess Info
A unique showroom of automobile collections is on display at The North Texas Automotive Museum. Automobile enthusiasts will appreciate the opportunity to get a closer look at several collections of classic cars.
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