- The list below includes 42 free or cheap things to do in or near Urbana, Illinois, including 44 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Recreation Centers, Bowling and Music Venue.
- From Meadowbrook Park to Urbana Public Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Urbana and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Champaign.
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Jogging, walking the dog, playing garden sports, going for a picnic, these are just a couple of things that can be done in Hesse Park's 26,9 acres.
2.9 Miles
Putt Zone Fun Center has two 18 hole mini golf courses, five batting cages with pitching machines, two trampoline basketball units and a robot boxing attraction. Their covered pavilion area provides seating for up to 100.
3.6 Miles
Centennial Park Champaign offers numerous areas for sports, including tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer and swimming. There are numerous walking paths, a playground, picnic areas, outdoor grills, and a hill for sledding in the winter months. Food and drink are available at seasonal concession stands.
3.7 Miles
Morrissey Park is 20 acres and includes a soccer field, tennis courts, a playground, picnic tables and benches and a trail for running and biking. The park also features artistic sculptures and a floral display.
3.8 Miles
The Carmike Beverly Cinema 18 is a movie theater multiplex that features 18 different auditoriums. The theater shows mostly Hollywood new releases in fully digital video and sound, and offers discount matinees and other promotions.
3.8 Miles
The Champaign Carmike Cinemas is a movie theater multiplex that shows newly released Hollywood films in all digital video and sound. The theater offers an array of specials and promotions.
3.9 Miles
Located near Parkland College, Dodds Park is a 110-acre park with 7 baseball fields and 12 soccer fields on its grounds. The park is known for its 'Tribute to Olympic Athletes Monument', where 41 Champaign County athletes are commemorated.
4.1 Miles
Open seasonally, Prairie Farm gives visitors a chance to experience a replica of a turn of the century working farm, complete with animals for kids to see and pet. The farm also has walking paths and gardens.
4.4 Miles
Kaufman Lake is a popular spot for relaxation and water adventure in Champaign. The lake offers a surrounding trail for biking and hiking, as well as skiing, kayaking and canoeing on the lakes glassy waters.
4.4 Miles
Public shows astronomy shows are put on display at the William M. Staerkel Planetarium during the week. The planetarium also offers educational programs for school groups, civic groups, scout troops, and others.