Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wheaton, IL

  • The list below includes 668 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Flea Markets and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cantigny Park to Illinois Prairie Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 668 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Flea Markets and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cantigny Park to Illinois Prairie Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
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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.
10.9 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.
11.0 Miles
100% 8 votes
Historic Sites 215 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL MoreLess Info
Filled with Civil War displays, St. Charles Heritage Center is a historic building that feature a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits. Visitors can learn about the first settlers to the area and about life in the 1920s.
11.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Art Museum 215 E Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
The St Charles Heritage Center is a community center that as the goal of collecting, preserving, and presenting the history of St. Charles. The museum provides educational programs, exhibits, and articles to the community.
11.1 Miles
90% 149 votes
Music Venue 105 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL MoreLess Info
The Arcada Theatre is housed by a 1926 building which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, and it has been staging shows since then. It has a maximum seating capacity of 900 and has hosted artists such as Joan Rivers and Kenny Rogers.
11.1 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.
11.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 550 S Park Blvd, Streamwood, IL 60107 MoreLess Info
Members of Park Place Family Recreation Center receive access to locker rooms and fitness equipment. The pool has several lanes for swimming laps and a small water slide area. There are also swimming classes for children at this pool.
11.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas RR 25, Aurora, IL 60505 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by 40 forested acres, Red Oak Nature Center and features seven hiking trails that are open until sunset. Inside the free center visitors can enjoy multiple classrooms and a wildlife viewing room with turtle and fish habitats.
11.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 889 Brantwood Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
The 3.7-acre Jaycee Park is a neighborhood park that includes a playground, two tennis courts, two picnic tables, and parking. The playground has a covered tower, a slide, and climbing obstacles.
11.2 Miles
100% 24 votes
National & State Parks 2343 South River Street, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Situated on 40 acres of wilderness, Red Oak Nature Center offers a variety of educational experiences for children to learn about native plant and animal life in the area. In addition to trails, the park has a cave to explore.
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