Free & Cheap Things to Do in Springfield, VA

  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near Springfield, Virginia, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Art Gallery, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Hidden Pond Nature Center to South Run Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Springfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near Springfield, Virginia, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Art Gallery, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Hidden Pond Nature Center to South Run Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Springfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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7.2 Miles
86% 14 votes
Historic Buildings 3610 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
Blenheim, a historic home completed just before the Civil War, is now a museum and shows reenactments for tourists. Restoration efforts produce authenticity of the home, especially the graffiti and writings on the walls from the soldiers of war.
7.2 Miles
81% 27 votes
History Museums 10209 Main St., Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
The Fairfax Museum is located within the Visitor's Center for the city. The building itself is a historical site since it was formerly the Elementary School that was built in 1873, and the museum collection features exhibitions about the city's history.
7.3 Miles
70% 53 votes
Movie Theaters 10659 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 MoreLess Info
Adjacent to George Mason University, University Mall Theatres provides daily showings of movies. They offer usually one first-run film, several second-run films, and a presentation of The Rocky Horror Picture Show every Saturday at midnight.
7.3 Miles
100% 9 votes
Comedy Clubs 9601 Ox Rd, Workhouse Theater, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Featuring a group of local comedians, Cool Cow Comedy LLC performs at a variety of entertainment venues all across Virginia. The performances consist of stand up comedy and humorous skits.
7.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 3720 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
A 20 acre city park, Van Dyck Park features a variety of amenities. In addition to a large open field, the park has a lighted basketball court, a picnic pavilion, four tennis courts, three sand volleyball courts, and a trail.
7.4 Miles
95% 1925 votes
Historic Districts Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Alexandria neighborhood of Old Town is a preserved historic district that used to be the hometown of George Washington. The modern aspects of the area embrace local art, high-style boutiques, and restaurants.
7.4 Miles
69% 398 votes
Movie Theaters 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA MoreLess Info
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse is a combination of a theater and club, where patrons can watch movies as well as live comedy shows from their tables. The theater features bar food and drinks, wine and spirits.
7.4 Miles
84% 58 votes
Arts Centers 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
The visual and performance arts are combined within the Workhouse Arts Center to encourage innovative collaboration. Education is the central goal of the site, and courses for both children and adults are held throughout the year.
7.5 Miles
77% 440 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 3701 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 MoreLess Info
Many musical careers in the country genre were founded at the music hall known as The Birchmere. The venue still has many popular performances during the week and maintains a full-service restaurant.
7.6 Miles
84% 101 votes
Food Tours 305 S. St. Asaph St. Suite 4, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The metropolitan area of Washington DC features a wide variety of cuisine options that are highlighted through DC Metro Food Tours. The company takes guests along walking tours of specific neighborhoods to visit and taste items at locally owned and operated establishments.
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