Free & Cheap Things to Do in Queens, NY

  • The list below includes 612 free or cheap things to do in or near Queens, New York, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Playgrounds, Dog Park and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Francis Lewis Park to Motor Parkway, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Queens and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Brooklyn and Bronx.
  • The list below includes 612 free or cheap things to do in or near Queens, New York, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Playgrounds, Dog Park and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Francis Lewis Park to Motor Parkway, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Queens and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Brooklyn and Bronx.
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Tandoori chicken, tandoori paneer, chicken tikka masala, lamb madras, butter chicken, lamb vindaloo, aloo korma, and saag paneer
3.0 Miles
91% 666 votes
Specialty Museums 3601 35th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106 MoreLess Info
The American Museum of the Moving Image is the only institution in the United States that is exclusively focused on the technology, art, and history of television, movies, and video. Screenings of award-winning films are regularly shown at the museum as well.
3.0 Miles
53% 197 votes
Movie Theaters 35-30 38th Street, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
Operated by the prestigious Regal Entertainment Group, UA Kaufman Astoria Stadium 14 is a theater that shows the latest blockbuster titles. The movie theater features state of the art digital surround sound, comfortable seating and a full service snack bar. 
3.1 Miles
50% 4 votes
Playgrounds 29th Street and Hoyt Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
Named for a prominent 19th century businessman, Hoyt Playground features basketball and handball courts along with a number of shade trees. The park also offers children's play structures, swings, game tables and park benches.
3.1 Miles
62% 21 votes
Parks 30th St & 30th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
With something for everyone to enjoy, Athens Square Park is surrounded by Greek statues, peppered with picnic tables, sheltered by shad lending trees, and equipped with an open area park..
3.3 Miles
100% 52 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 164th St & Oak Avenue, Flushing, NY 11358 MoreLess Info
A large, peaceful park with a variety of flowers and trees, Kissena Park has a variety of amenities. There are extensive hiking and bike trails, playgrounds, basketball courts, and picnic areas.
3.5 Miles
63% 46 votes
Swimming Pool 19th St & 23rd Drive, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
Astoria Park Pool is a free public pool in Astoria, New York. One of the largest pools in the area it offers both deep and shallow waters for various age and skill levels.
3.5 Miles
68% 44 votes
Skating Rinks 47-32 32nd Pl, Long Island City, NY 11101 MoreLess Info
Hosting skate camps and hockey leagues, City Ice Pavilion has its rink open to the public for freestyle ice skating. The pavilion also offers a side studio rink that can be rented for private parties of up to 6 people.
3.5 Miles
48% 21 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 32-23 Queens Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101 MoreLess Info
At YMCA of Long Island City, members can enjoy a swimming pool, sauna, basketball court, indoor running track, tennis courts, gym and a cardio room. They also have instruction classes for all ages.
3.6 Miles
94% 365 votes
Parks West shore of Queens,, Astoria, NY MoreLess Info
Along the west shore of Queens is the Astoria Park. It was recently renovated to include new facilities like two playgrounds, six tennis courts three baseball diamonds, an athletic field, a wading pool, and walking paths.
3.6 Miles
80% 93 votes
Paintball 47 11 Van Dam Street, Long Island City, NY 11101 MoreLess Info
Indoor Extreme Sports offers paintball, zombie lasertag, arena lasertag, black ops lasertag, and more. Guests can enjoy adrenaline pumping games in a unique indoor atmosphere that brings the challenges to life.
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