Free & Cheap Things to Do in Raleigh, NC

  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Science Museums, Malls and Family Fun Center.
  • From Umstead State Park to North Carolina State University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Raleigh and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cary, Wake Forest, Durham and Apex.
  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Science Museums, Malls and Family Fun Center.
  • From Umstead State Park to North Carolina State University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Raleigh and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cary, Wake Forest, Durham and Apex.
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Experts help groups of 12 students identify flavor notes & speak knowledgeably about wine’s origins and character
5.9 Miles
17% 6 votes
Bowling 301 Nottingham Drive, Cary, NC 27511 MoreLess Info
AMF South Hills Lanes is a bowling alley and indoor amusement complex. It offers open bowling, league and tournament play, and a variety of arcade and table games. A snack bar offers nachos, pizza, and other refreshments.
6.5 Miles
40% 5 votes
Swimming Pool 275 Convention Drive, Cary, NC 27511 MoreLess Info
Featuring a large indoor pool with designated lap swim areas as well as general swim areas, the Triangle Aquatic Center, or TAC, offers a wide variety of programs, ranging from swimming lessons to fitness clinics.
6.6 Miles
86% 14 votes
Soccer Field 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC 27511 MoreLess Info
Wakemed Soccer Park features soccer events that host some of the most well known teams in the country. Beverages and food are reasonably priced, and a great view can be enjoyed from every seat.
6.9 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
Home to a 2,500-square-foot nature center, White Deer Park is situated on 96 acres of mostly wooded terrain. The park offers picnic shelters, walking trails, grills, two children's playgrounds, open areas for recreational activities and educational programs.
7.2 Miles
97% 37 votes
Parks 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
The Garner Veteran's Memorial at Lake Benson Park is dedicated to local veterans. The site features brick and concrete structures that cover individual decades, ranging from the 1780s to the 2000s.
7.2 Miles
71% 14 votes
Movie Theaters 1205 Timber Dr E, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
Take a night out with the family and enjoy the most popular of movie titles at White Oak Cinemas in Garner, North Carolina. The theatre features stadium seating and classic concessions and offers movies available in 3D.
7.4 Miles
100% 11 votes
Parks 111 Thurston Drive, Cary, NC 27511 MoreLess Info
Marla Dorrel Park is a great place for kids of all ages, as it features several play areas for different activities. It also features beautiful landscaping, as well as a walking trail.
7.5 Miles
25% 4 votes
Parks 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
With a playground friendly to both kids and dogs, Lake Benson is a hub of outdoor activity. Guests enjoy the 1.8 mile walking trails, picnic shelters for family gatherings, restroom facilities, and rental options for fishing and boating.
7.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1015 New Bethel Church Road, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
Centennial Park is a great location for a large family gathering. The shelter seats 50 people and is equipped with two soccer fields, a small walking trail, and a playground.
8.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC 27513 MoreLess Info
Herb Young Community Center provides opportunities for patrons to engage in their community through fitness classes, recreation activities, camps, athletic programs and other events. The community center is also available for rent for private events.
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