Free & Cheap Things to Do in Merrillville, IN

  • The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Merrillville, Indiana, including 94 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From Star Plaza Theatre to T.J. Maloney's Authentic Irish Pub, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Merrillville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Tinley Park and Hammond.
  • The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Merrillville, Indiana, including 94 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From Star Plaza Theatre to T.J. Maloney's Authentic Irish Pub, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Merrillville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Tinley Park and Hammond.
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35.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 MoreLess Info
Situated on two acres, Pyrce Park is a community park that features a spray pool along with two children's play structures and swings. The park also provides benches, picnic tables, shade trees and grassy areas.
35.5 Miles
79% 14 votes
Music Venue 6733 W Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Friendly Tap is a modern day juke joint and tavern. They offer beers on tap and lagers and also have a juke box, ping pong tables, darts, poker machines and live music.
35.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 16145 W Bruce Road, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Arriviste Arabians is a horse boarding facility that also provides horseback riding and equine education. Both private and group horseback riding lessons are offered, as well as a full arena for views of the animals.
35.6 Miles
81% 16 votes
174

Wire

Music Venue 6815 W Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, IL 60402 MoreLess Info
Wire is several things: a live music venue, a recording studio, and a center for music education. The facility hosts classes focusing on various aspects of music and production, and hosts a variety of events.
35.7 Miles
97% 61 votes
Parks 615 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Oak Park conservatory is nature at its best and in good hands. It is serene, exotic and awe inspiring. It's a community-oriented destination and the buildings are designed for plants and flowers that require different conditions to grow.
35.7 Miles
43% 7 votes
Swimming Pool 515 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Rehm Park & Pool is a large park featuring a 50 meter pool. The park offers an all-purpose field, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, a playground, and a picnic area. The pool includes an adult sun deck and concession stands.
36.0 Miles
67% 9 votes
Observatories & Planetariums One University Avenue, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 MoreLess Info
On the grounds of Olivet Nazarene University, Strickler Planetarium provides space-themed programs and shows ranging from Sesame Street to a fictional star ship adventure. There is also a star talk that includes basic information on star spotting.
36.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 1001-1099 S Harlem Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
Maple Park is a spacious park that features playgrounds with a variety of play structures and equipment, including a roller slide. The park also has ample green space for playing sports.
36.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
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Fox Park

Parks 624 S Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Fox Park is a community park that offers traditional amenities such as playgrounds, a sand pit, picnic areas, grills, and ball fields. The nearby recreation center has restrooms and party facilities that are available to rent for special occasions.
36.2 Miles
92% 7549 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 1060 W Addison, Chicago, IL 60613 MoreLess Info
Built in 1914, Chicago's Wrigley Field is one of baseball's finest treasures. Young and old alike will enjoy the heritage and history of experiencing a ball game, refreshment, and a meal at this venerable ballpark.
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