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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28.7 Miles
97% 65 votes
National & State Parks 761 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI MoreLess Info
Beautiful and inviting throughout all four seasons, Petrifying Springs Park is great for picnics in the warm weather and sledding in the winter. Its features include a ball diamond, dog park, hiking trails, and more.
28.7 Miles
93% 73 votes
Botanical Gardens 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
Endowed by the bequest of Robert R. McCormick, the Cantigny Gardens & Museums offer a wide array of attractions. There are military and cultural museums, gardens, an educational center, extensive walking trails, and a golf course.
28.7 Miles
73% 41 votes
Music Venue 105 E Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
First built in 1926, Arcada Theatre has served as a home for live performing arts and concerts for over eight decades. Notable performers like Jerry Lewis, George Burns and Gracie Allen, and Vincent Price have taken the stage here.
28.7 Miles
30% 10 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 1909 S. Laramie, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
As a multipurpose sports venue, Cicero Stadium hosts games and tournaments for sports ranging from football to roller derby. The stadium is the home to the annual Golden Gloves Tournament, an amateur boxing competition.
28.7 Miles
- 2 votes
Horseback Riding 1201 35th Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
Located on six open acres of land, Oak Brook Farms is a facility offering a number of services for horses and their owners. Horse boarding, riding lessons, and horses for sale are among the many services available.
28.8 Miles
66% 104 votes
Pubs 109 W Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
Burgers, beers, and BBQ chicken are a few of the menu options offered at McNally's Irish Pub, a traditional Irish pub popular among local residents. Pub food and a full drink menu are what make this pub a popular one.
28.8 Miles
100% 13 votes
Hiking Trails 3609 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
The Fullersburg Woods Trail is a tranquil nature trail that runs through a scenic natural environment. Along the trail, visitors see the natural flora and wildlife and also pass by a waterfall in the Salt Creek.
28.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) Cicero Stadium, 1909 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
An amateur roller derby squad, the Chicago Red Hots compete in competitions with other regional teams. The fast-moving sport makes for an exciting family outing, and the roller rink offers discount concessions.
28.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3609 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
At Fullersburg Woods Environmental Education Center, visitors can view an interactive display detailing the ecosystem of the region. The center is surrounded by creeks and forests with nature trails for visitors to hike.
28.9 Miles
100% 18 votes
Fishing Kankakee River, Kankakee, IL MoreLess Info
Along the Kankakee River, Big River Fly Fishing offers drift boat trips for smallmouth bass. Fishing trips include all gear needed, and a number of instructional programs are available to those wanting to learn.
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