Free & Cheap Things to Do in Ankeny, IA

  • The list below includes 71 free or cheap things to do in or near Ankeny, Iowa, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Breweries and Cooking Classes.
  • From Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center to Iowa Culinary Institute, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ankeny and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Des Moines, Ames, West Des Moines and Urbandale.
  • The list below includes 71 free or cheap things to do in or near Ankeny, Iowa, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Breweries and Cooking Classes.
  • From Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center to Iowa Culinary Institute, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ankeny and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Des Moines, Ames, West Des Moines and Urbandale.
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History Museums 1700 S 15th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208 MoreLess Info
Jasper County Historical Society collects, preserves and exhibits the agricultural, commercial, industrial and societal history of Jasper County. Industrial exhibits include the Washing Machine Center of the World, with agricultural exhibits showcasing wind power displays and antique wood working tools.
27.5 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 225 10th Street, Boone, IA 50036 MoreLess Info
Featuring exhibits detailing the history of railroading from the Civil War until present day, Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad and James H. Andrew Railroad Museum displays railroad photographs and video footage. The museum also organizes train rides from the depot.
27.6 Miles
88% 33 votes
Recreation Centers 1086 222nd drive, Boone, IA MoreLess Info
Come play in the snow at Seven Oaks Recreation in Boone, Iowa. Skiing, tubing, snowboarding, snow shoeing and a host of other exhilarating winter activities make a visit to Seven Oaks a great vacation idea. This destination also rents skis and snowboards.
27.6 Miles
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Sports Teams (Amateur) 889 Highway F36 W, Newton, IA 50208 MoreLess Info
The Izaak Walton Club House houses a conservation organization the offers members a chance to participate in a variety of recreational activities. The clubhouse features rifle and archery ranges along with a pond.
28.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 116 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208 MoreLess Info
The Capitol Theater features the latest movie releases in a small but clean and cozy space. It has small town charm and is a great place to go for a quiet and relaxed evening out with friends.
28.7 Miles
92% 161 votes
Farms & Ranches 2282 E. 8th St. N., Newton, IA MoreLess Info
Experience truly fresh dairy products at the Maytag Dairy Farm in Newton, Iowa. The farm's flagship product is Maytag Bleu Cheese, which is sold throughout the United States and is one of the finest cheeses produced in the country.
29.1 Miles
- 1 votes
Bowling 1300 S 5th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208 MoreLess Info
Small and large groups, as well as private parties, are comfortably accommodated at Cardinal Lanes, which features 20 lanes and offers everything from bumper bowling to Disco bowling with music and colorful lights in the dark.
29.5 Miles
78% 176 votes
Scenic Railroads 225 10th St, Boone, IA 50036 MoreLess Info
Preserved and maintained by the Iowa Historical Society, the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad is a working rail line and mobile museum that offers rides on vintage locomotives. It is open seasonally and closes each winter.
29.6 Miles
86% 28 votes
Picnic Spot 1650 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125 MoreLess Info
Located on the banks of Lake Ahquabi, Indianola's Lake Ahquabi State Park is a popular destination for camping, swimming, boating and picnicking. It has a beach shelter and tent campsites, but is closed during the winter.
29.9 Miles
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Parks 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125 MoreLess Info
The Annett Nature Center is a 160-acre nature park that includes a 6-acre pond and a 10-acre wetland. The center is available for public programs, school field trips, and day camps.
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