Free & Cheap Things to Do in New Haven, CT

  • The list below includes 257 free or cheap things to do in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Music Venue, Libraries and National & State Parks.
  • From Yale University to Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Haven and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hamden, Milford, Fairfield and Stratford.
  • The list below includes 257 free or cheap things to do in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Music Venue, Libraries and National & State Parks.
  • From Yale University to Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Haven and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hamden, Milford, Fairfield and Stratford.
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Paint Nite invites guests to break away from a typical night out with the perfect cocktail of creativity and conversation.
2.1 Miles
90% 10 votes
Walking Trails 940 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 MoreLess Info
Open to bike riders, joggers, and dogs on a leash, Farmington Canal Rail To Trail Assoc offers a scenic shortcut through the city of New Haven. The trail has several benches to sit on and a variety of plant life.
2.2 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hiking Trails Rte 34, West Haven, CT 06516 MoreLess Info
Maltby Lakes is a hiking and mountain biking area populated by woodlands and numerous lakes. Visitors will find several hiking trails and will notice a variety of wildlife native to the area.
2.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Gardens 180 Park Road, Hamden, CT 6517 MoreLess Info
The Pardee Rose Garden is a community owned public park that features sculpted rose gardens of various colors that bloom throughout the summer. The park features mutliple walking paths and park benches for visitors to enjoy the natural setting.
2.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 277 Elm Street, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
Located in a historic house that dates back to the early 18th century, the Ward-Heitmann House Museum features an array of exhibits that highlight the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. They host a variety of special events.
2.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Cultural Centers 727 Campbell Ave, Ste 2, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
Organizing community activities, Turkish Cultural Center provides cultural classes for cooking, learning the language, and more. Visitors can go on coffee night trips, movie nights, and festivals hosted by the center.
3.1 Miles
96% 25 votes
Music Venue 295 Treadwell Street, Hamden, CT MoreLess Info
As an all ages venue, The Space showcases local bands and musicians in its 150 person capacity theater. In addition to a stage, the venue has a cafe that serves meals and an outdoor patio for socializing.
3.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Music Venue 295 Treadwell Street, Hamden, CT 06514 MoreLess Info
The Spaceland Ballroom, part of the Outer Space Bar, features regular live music and entertainment by national and local artists. The bar offers a full-service menu and boasts 21 craft beers.
3.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 915 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 6517 MoreLess Info
The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.
3.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Specialty Museums 30 Hood Ter, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
West Haven Veterans Museum & Learning Center collects and preserves artifacts that reflect how soldiers lived and survived during conflict. The collection includes weaponry, uniforms, and equipment used to support the troops from the American Revolution to the present.
3.2 Miles
41% 17 votes
Children's Play Area 35 Marne Street, Hamden, CT 06514 MoreLess Info
A children's play center, Monkey Joe's features inflatable play structures, a toddler play area and an arcade with redemption games. The center also offers a party room for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
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