- The list below includes 278 free or cheap things to do in or near Shelton, Connecticut, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Parks, Family Fun Center and Dog Park.
- From Indian Well State Park to Constitution Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Shelton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Hamden and Milford.
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No green thumb is required to design a terrarium at this out-of-the-ordinary creative social event
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Known for its sandy riverside beach and rocky hiking trails, Indian Well State Park is enjoyed by guests of all ages. The park offers boat access and swimming as well as field sports, river fishing and picnicking.
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A small corner park, Constitution Park features an open grass field with trees lining the perimeter of the park. It has a lighted walking trail, park benches and a flag pole displaying the American flag.
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The Shelton Dog park provides a safe location for dog owners to bring their pet for exercise and fun. The park includes fenced in areas for large and small dogs as well as a large amount of shade.
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Riverview Park is a scenic facility with a playground, baseball fields, and basketball court. The park is also the site of a 1950 War Memorial building with markers of the names of Shelton soldiers lining the walkway.
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An indoor sports training facility, B & B Cages offers instruction in baseball as well as in softball and golf. The facility has batting and pitching cages as well as simulated driving ranges and full golf course.
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Specializing in apples and apple cider, Beardsley's Cider Mill & Orchard is open from September to early December. This seasonal produce farm features a bevy of delicious apple-related products and ephemera.
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Headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, the 400-acre Jones Family Farm is renowned for its Christmas trees. Half of the farm's acreage is devoted to the hand-planted pine trees sold during the winter holidays.
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Diverse activities await at SportsCenter of Connecticut, located in Shelton. Ice skating, paintball, hockey, golf, putt-putt and much more await visitors throughout the year. SportsCenter also houses an arts-and-crafts center called Glitter.
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An equestrian facility, Spring Meadow Farm offers boarding for horses as well as riding lessons for all ages and experience levels. The facility also trains horses and offers therapeutic riding sessions.
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Eisenhower Park contains a two-level playground with swings, spinning ride-on structures, and monkey bars. The location also contains walking areas and tennis courts for adults who wish to get some exercise.