- The list below includes 329 free or cheap things to do in or near Plainfield, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bowling, Playgrounds and Bars.
- From Bruce Ponti Park to Kelly Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Plainfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Aurora and Joliet.
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A small art gallery in the same building as the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce, the Nehring Cultural & Tourism Center features a variety of exhibits. Some exhibits center on art, while others center on natural or cultural history.
35.8 Miles
Oak Street Beach offers guests the opportunity to hike and swim in the waters of Lake Michigan. The location, which is often a site for beach volleyball games, also provides places for guests to purchase beer and cocktails.
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1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
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The Chicago History Museum offers a variety of exhibits through which guests can learn about the city's long life. Children who visit this site will be able to play a variety of entertaining, yet informative, games.
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2160 Sycamore Road, De Kalb, IL 60115
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Carmike Market Square 10 Cinema is a movie theater and amusement center. good movies are up on the showreel and snacks like popcorn and soda complete the movie going experience. It is spacious and fuzzy.
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9831 N Milwke Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Run by the University of Illinois Chicago, James Woodworth Prairie Preserve has exhibits that show Native American artifacts, fossils, and educational displays. Visitors can explore the prairie to see wildflowers, kill deer, and cicada.
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A horror-themed amusement attraction, Reapers Realm features three different areas: The Reaper's Woods, The Reaper's Mansion, and The Carnevil. The attraction also features a dark zone that visitors must navigate with flashlights.
35.9 Miles
Featuring a statue of President Lincoln himself, Lincoln Park is a neighborhood that features a cafe and plenty of greenery for guests who wish to escape the city. The location also features the free Lincoln Park Zoo.
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1500 E Euclid Avenue, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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The River Trails Park District is a collection of 9 parks and recreational areas. Most of the parks offer green open fields and a playground. The park district includes the 51 acre Rob Roy Golf Course.
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The Ellwood House Museum was formally owned by Issac Ellwood, founder of the first barbed wire factory. Now a museum, visitors can take a tour and learn about the history of the area and of barbed wire.
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One of the most popular family friendly attractions in Hammond is Olympia Lanes. The bowling alley offers multiple lanes for league or casual play as well as a full service food and drink bar.