Free & Cheap Things to Do in Newark, OH

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, Ohio, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Dawes Arboretum to Horns Hill Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Zanesville, Reynoldsburg, Gahanna and Lancaster.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, Ohio, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Dawes Arboretum to Horns Hill Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Zanesville, Reynoldsburg, Gahanna and Lancaster.
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25.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1611 River Valley Cir S, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
A 10-screen movie theater, Cinemark River Valley Mall and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, an XD auditorium, self-service ticketing, a party room and a snack bar.
25.9 Miles
Valley Zipline Tours offers individual and group ziplining experiences guided by experienced and trained staff. The tour offers ten separate ziplines, including three 'monster zips' that span more than 1000 feet in distance.
25.9 Miles
100% 18 votes
Playgrounds 7701 S Sunbury Road, Westerville, OH 43081 MoreLess Info
At Hoover Dam Recreation Park, visitors can play on a disc golf course, walk through a bluebird trail, and access boat ramps. The site also contains a recreation area and boat, sailing, and yacht clubs.
26.0 Miles
93% 46 votes
Historic Homes 137 E. Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
History buffs should plan their visit to the Sherman House Museum and experience the life and times of one of our nation's most famous Civil War Generals. The house was built in 1811 and contains many period artifacts and Civil War exhibits.
26.0 Miles
84% 19 votes
Specialty Museums 105 E. Wheeling Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
The Georgian Museum is located within one of Lancaster's three separate historical districts. The house that holds the museum was built in the early 19th century and features artistic chandeliers, archways, and woodwork.
26.0 Miles
100% 34 votes
Art Gallery 145 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
A not-for-profit museum, the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio hosts a wide array of exhibits and programs, and admission is free to the public. The museum also offers art classes and workshops.
26.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
National & State Parks 1507 E Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
Lancaster Parks & Recreation accommodates several activities with features like tennis courts, baseball fields, hiking trails and a natural pond for fly fishing or feeding ducks. There are also many spots for picnicking.
26.1 Miles
79% 42 votes
Science Museums 124 W. Main St, Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
The Ohio Glass Museum, built in 2004, is dedicated to sharing the importance and history of the glass making industry and is a family favorite destination. Visitors are delighted by the multimedia exhibits and the glass blowing demonstrations.
26.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Paintball 4824 Adamsville Rd., Zanesville, Zanesville, OH 43701 MoreLess Info
Howdys Garage - Markem Out Paintball is a groups only paintball facility with two paintball fields. Attractions include a three acre woods ball field and a forty foot by ninety six foot speedball field with eighteen bunkers.
26.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Children's Museums 1402 E. Walnut St., Lancaster, OH 43130 MoreLess Info
Aha! Hands-On Adventure Children's Museum provides a place for children of all ages to learn. It features more than 25 hands-on exhibits and activities, designated eating areas, coat closets and lockers, and a semi private area for nursing mothers.mi private area for nursing mothers.
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