Free & Cheap Things to Do in Algonquin, IL

  • The list below includes 447 free or cheap things to do in or near Algonquin, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Buffalo Park Forest Preserve to Hill Climb Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Algonquin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines and Buffalo Grove.
  • The list below includes 447 free or cheap things to do in or near Algonquin, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Buffalo Park Forest Preserve to Hill Climb Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Algonquin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines and Buffalo Grove.
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23.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 616 Delles Road, Wheaton, IL 60189 MoreLess Info
At Rathje Park, visitors can play sports on one of its fields, bring their children to the playground, or go fishing in the pond. During the winter season, the pond freezes over so visitors can ice skate on it.
23.1 Miles
14% 29 votes
Movie Theaters 6144 Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
Gurnee Cinema is a 19 screen movie theater that also features the Ultrascreen Cinema Experience, a 70 feet wide and 3 story tall movie screen. The theater also has stadium seating and a special $5 Tuesdays promotion.
23.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 485 N Main Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The GoodWorks Gallery in Glen Elleyn carries what the artist refers to as functional art. With works by over 100 artists, the most popular pieces you will find include serving dishes, handbags, apparel and picture frames.
23.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
National & State Parks 900 W Saint Charles Road, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Churchill Woods Forest Preserve is a 264 acre forest preserve populated by bur oak, white oak, black maple trees, and various wildflowers. The preserve is home to several state-endangered species of wildlife.
23.2 Miles
56% 45 votes
Movie Theaters 540 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The Glen Art Theatre is a movie theater that first opened in the early 1920s and also features special events such as 'Free Holiday Matinee Saturday'. The theater also serves snacks and beverages.
23.3 Miles
71% 14 votes
Bowling 37 E Lorraine Ave, Ste 1, Addison, IL 60101 MoreLess Info
The Stardust Bowl offers 84 lanes, typically enough to accommodate both league bowlers as well as smaller groups. In operation for over 50 years, Stardust offers shoe rentals and has a full restaurant and bar as well as an arcade.
23.3 Miles
92% 13 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities at the Herrick Lake Forest Preserve. The preserve offers areas for camping, fishing, picnicking, archery, hiking, tubing, horseback riding, golfing, cross-country skiing, and bicycling.
23.3 Miles
86% 7 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 191 W Factory Road, Addison, IL 60101 MoreLess Info
A competitive cheerleading gym, Illinois Allstars- Competitive Cheerleading & Tumbling Classes offers classes in gymnastics, cheerleading, and tumbling taught by experienced and professional instructors. The gym also maintains a focus on fostering student athletes.
23.3 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 1499 Howard Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 MoreLess Info
Equipped with a large playground and swing set, Arndt Park is a wonderful way to spend some energy. The park also contains picnic tables, ball courts, ball fields, horseshoe, grills, and a playhouse available for rent.
23.5 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 631 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Zone - Fountain Square is a bowling alley and arcade. The bowling alley features 32 lanes, 2 billiards tables, arcade games, a lounge, and a snack bar. Brunswick Zone is also venue to several bowling leagues.
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