- The list below includes 37 free or cheap things to do in or near New Castle, Indiana, including 60 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Sports Museums and Parks.
- From Westwood Park to Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Castle and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Muncie, Anderson, New Castle and Centerville.
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Westwood Park is excellent for recreational activities. Opportunities for fishing are excellent. Visit for picnics, hikes, mountain biking, horse trails and camping . It offers beautiful scenic grasslands and rolling hills.
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The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame is a 14,000 square foot museum that commemorates Indiana's contributions to basketball and includes memorabilia and a gift shop. They also have interactive exhibits where visitors can be players and sportscasters.
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New Castle Motorsports Park is a karting facility with a 1 mile road course. It also features a 2,000 sq ft kart shop, a trackside restaurant and an event room with TVs, seating area and a wet bar.
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Located in a historic building, The Castle Theater has showings for the latest films in its updated theater. On Tuesdays, the theater offers free popcorn to movie goers at its concession stand.
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The Rose Bowl is a family owned bowling alley that caters to both open bowling and league play. Open daily, the facility hosts regular theme nights, operates a pro shop, and also offers amenities like a snack bar and lounge.
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Featuring a pro shop, Gibson Rollerskating Arena offers visitors an indoor skate rink with cone obstacles and music. Visitors can also purchase a party package that includes admission and skate rentals.
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Dedicated to Wilbur Wright, the Wilbur Wright Birthplace & Museum exhibits memorabilia, such as sketches and a full-size replica of the First Flyer.
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Fishing and birdwatching are popular pastimes at Summit Lake State Park. Guests can take in expansive views around the large lake. Campsites and boat ramps are also available. Take a picnic lunch to enjoy under the open shelter.
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With almost 2,000 acres of land and water, Prairie Creek Reservoir & Campground is suited for things which could make a longer stay more pleasant. Camping areas, picnic areas, different sports courts, boat renting facilities, fishing and swimming areas are some of the things to be found on the site.
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The Mounds State Park Nature Center is a nature center featuring a wildlife viewing room, animal displays, and educational interactive games. The center also hosts year round hikes as well as various interpretive programs.