Free & Cheap Things to Do in Waukegan, IL

  • The list below includes 371 free or cheap things to do in or near Waukegan, Illinois, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Bowen Park to Ben Diamond Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waukegan and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Glenview.
  • The list below includes 371 free or cheap things to do in or near Waukegan, Illinois, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Bowen Park to Ben Diamond Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waukegan and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Glenview.
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33.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 849 W. Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188 MoreLess Info
The center of Carol Stream's recreational facilities, Simkus Recreational Center features a fully equipped gymnasium, and is also home to Coral Cover Water Park. Visitors can sign up for all the town's classes and programs at the center.
33.8 Miles
86% 388 votes
Beaches 1000 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611 MoreLess Info
Oak Street Beach offers guests the opportunity to hike and swim in the waters of Lake Michigan. The location, which is often a site for beach volleyball games, also provides places for guests to purchase beer and cocktails.
33.8 Miles
Geneva Lake Museum of History is dedicated to taking visitors back in time to experience the unique heritage of the region in the late 19th century. Explore the Blacksmith shop, school room, General Store, and more, this is a must see for history buffs.
33.8 Miles
100% 19 votes
Laser Tag 2567 State Rd 120, Lake Geneva, WI 53147 MoreLess Info
Offering team-based laser tag, CMP Tactical Lazer Tag Lake Geneva features a field with thirteen open structures, thick brush and open plains. The experience offers fully- and semi-automatic weapons and sniper rifles with several tactical games.
33.8 Miles
86% 7 votes
Hiking Trails 222 E Windsor Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Great Western Trail follows 17 miles of an abandoned railway corridor. Today, the crushed limestone trail provides access for cyclists, walkers and joggers and in winter allows cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. The trail also includes shelters and rest areas.
33.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 498 E St Charles Road, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Located next to Paradise Bay Water Park, Lombard Commons Park features courts and fields for tennis, soccer, basketball and baseball. The park also provides a children's playground, grass fields and shaded areas.
33.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
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Fox Park

Parks 624 S Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 MoreLess Info
Fox Park is a community park that offers traditional amenities such as playgrounds, a sand pit, picnic areas, grills, and ball fields. The nearby recreation center has restrooms and party facilities that are available to rent for special occasions.
34.0 Miles
76% 130 votes
Beaches Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147 MoreLess Info
A small but nice public beach, the Riviera Beach in Lake Geneva is open during the summer months. Users can sunbath, swim, hike, and boat.
34.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 2054 W Stearns Road, Bartlett, IL 60103 MoreLess Info
Filled with interactive displays, Bartlett Nature Center offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the native plant and animal life in the region. The center has reptiles, insects, stuffed animals, bones, and informative posters on display.
34.0 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 2054 W Sterns Road, Bartlett, IL 60177 MoreLess Info
A 3,400-acre preserve, the James 'Pate' Philip State Park aims to preserve and protect its diverse Illinois ecosystem. The park is a mixture of prairie, marshes and forest and features a visitor center with educational exhibits.
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