Free & Cheap Things to Do in Pekin, IL

  • The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Pekin, Illinois, including 41 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Mini Golf, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
  • From Goofy Golf to Sunset Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pekin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Peoria.
  • The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Pekin, Illinois, including 41 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Mini Golf, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
  • From Goofy Golf to Sunset Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pekin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Peoria.
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34.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 801 N Main Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Fairview Park features many attractions for visitors, including the Fairview Family Aquatic Center, softball and tennis facilities, a skate park, and many picnic shelters and playground areas. The largest picnic shelter can be reserved for events.
34.5 Miles
96% 46 votes
History Museums 200 N Main Street, Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
Opened in 1904, McLean County Museum of History exhibits items concerning the local history, but not only. Probably the most well known artifact is the bench outside, where Lincoln himself sat.
34.5 Miles
97% 63 votes
Walking Trails Bloomington, IL MoreLess Info
Constitution Trail is a walking, biking and riding trail that connects several neighborhoods in the area. Amenities like benches, water fountains, shelters and signs help to connect parks and other areas to the trail.
34.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts & Crafts Market 318 N Main St, Ste 440, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
A specialty craft store, Mary Lynn's Yarn Garden carries an array of knitting and crochet supplies. Crafting events and classes are also held at this venue. This includes classes for both beginners and advance students.
34.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 200 N Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
McLean County Historical Society is a museum with 5 permanent exhibit galleries and 2 rotating galleries. They also have a gift shop, a large archive of locally relevant material and nearly 20,000 historical objects.
34.6 Miles
100% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 209 North Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
The restored Normal Theater focuses on providing a historic movie experience with an actual movie usher and traditional ticket booth. The films presented tend to be older classics or modern independent movies.
34.6 Miles
100% 7 votes
Music Venue 209 E Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The Castle Theatre is a live music venue that has served the area for decades after originally opening in 1916. The theatre hosts both local and national artists from a variety of music genres like blues, jazz, and alternative rock.
34.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 209 W North Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Featuring Dolby Digital sound technology, the Normal Town of Normal Theater Film Center is a local cinema specializing in showing classic and independent films to local residents. Amenities include theater rentals and numerous concessions options.
34.7 Miles
92% 113 votes
Specialty Museums 101 E Beaufort St, Normal, Bloomingto, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Children's Discovery Museum is located in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. It's a very colorful museum with oodles of knowledge and information. The staff is courteous and makes you feel very comfortable. It is a kid's paradise.
34.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
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The Pod

Art Gallery 104 E Beaufort Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Hosting artwork from local artists, The Pod features an eclectic mix of jewelry, paintings, clothing, prints, woodwork, and other handcrafted pieces. All of the artwork shown in the gallery is available for purchase.
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