Free & Cheap Things to Do in Vernon Hills, IL

  • The list below includes 506 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon Hills, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Century Park to The Blast Zone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon Hills and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Waukegan and Glenview.
  • The list below includes 506 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon Hills, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Century Park to The Blast Zone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon Hills and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Waukegan and Glenview.
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13.7 Miles
70% 10 votes
Bowling 191 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
River Rand Bowl is a bowling alley and restaurant with an old school theme. Birthday parties and group hosting is available, as well as league play and various special events.
13.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Swimming Pool 2239 Fir Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
The Roosevelt Outdoor Pool is a public pool open to local residents during the warmer months of the year. A large play pool with zero-depth entry, deep water drop slides, and a 5-lane activity pool are among the facilities available.
13.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Playgrounds 2200 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Roosevelt park has plenty of sun, shade, and amenities to keep small and large crowds busy for hours. The park includes a fieldhouse for large get togethers, 4 ball fields, 3 tennis courts, 1 basketball court, and 2 football fields.
13.9 Miles
85% 85 votes
Comedy Clubs 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Stand-up comedy awaits at the Chicago Imrov club for anybody who wishes to have a few good laughs, while serving a drink or any fast-food dish on the menu.
13.9 Miles
76% 161 votes
Comedy Clubs 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
The Improv Comedy Club showcases nationally known comedians at its location in the Chicago area. The club offers a full-service dinner menu, and diners are given priority seating for all comedy shows.
13.9 Miles
90% 39 votes
Children's Play Area 5 Woodfield Mall, Ste G-144, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2011, Yu Kids Island is a playground offering a number of fun attractions for its young guests to enjoy. Each piece of equipment incorporates some type of movement meant to stimulate excitement in the playground's guests.
13.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 9831 N Milwke Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
Run by the University of Illinois Chicago, James Woodworth Prairie Preserve has exhibits that show Native American artifacts, fossils, and educational displays. Visitors can explore the prairie to see wildflowers, kill deer, and cicada.
13.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 2351 Dewes Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
The most notable feature of Swenson Park, a spacious, community-managed public area, is its skate park section, which draws skateboarders from around the area. The park also offers basketball courts, ball fields, and numerous picnic areas.
14.0 Miles
65% 51 votes
Specialty Museums 400 N. Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
The original McDonalds hosts a special adjoining McDonald's museum which talks about the company's history and their various experiments. Food and beverage have the trademark M and it feels very special to have it here.
14.0 Miles
56% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 9180 W Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714 MoreLess Info
BIG Cinemas Golf Glen 5 is a movie theater multiplex with five auditoriums. The theater shows primarily Bollywood and other Indian films. The theater offers an array of Indian and Indian-inspired refreshments, as well.
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