- The list below includes 81 free or cheap things to do in or near Portage, Indiana, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Pubs.
- From Ogden Dunes Beach to Imagination Glen Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portage and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Michigan City and Hammond.
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Enchanted Castle is an amusement park with a variety of activities like laser tag, go-karts, bumper cars, mini-golf and bowling and many other attractions. There is also an arcade and refreshments including alcohol for adults.
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An ice sports complex designed for family use, the Seven Bridges Ice Arena has an NHL regulation rink, an Olympic rink, and an upstairs turf area. The facility hosts hockey, ice and figure skating, and soccer.
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2200 Busse Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60068
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Belleau Lake Forest Preserve is a park with a network of hiking trails and picnic areas. The lake is a popular fishing spot, and features largemouth bass, bluegill, bullhead catfish, rainbow trout, and others.
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The Roosevelt Outdoor Pool is a public pool open to local residents during the warmer months of the year. A large play pool with zero-depth entry, deep water drop slides, and a 5-lane activity pool are among the facilities available.
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Featuring a new artist every month, Heartland Artists Gallery showcases art with a variety of subject matters from local artists and artisans. The gallery hosts classes that teach knitting, kirigami, and jewelry making crafts.
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The Marshall County Museum features historical artifacts and memorabilia from Marshall County. A few exhibit topics include the history of Marshall County jails, early businesses in the Marshall County, and Bill Wagoner's musical career.
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With running trails snuggly wrapping around a picturesque lake, Lake Park is a favorite leisure spot for Des Plaines locals. The park also features an extensive grassy area with shady trees and picnic areas.
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Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1900, the B. Harley Bradley House is the first house designed by the architect during his Prairie School Period. It can host private events.
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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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The Hidden Lakes Park is popular among the fishermen, especially in April and October when the ponds are filled with trout and catfish. Fishing tournaments are held in here.