Free & Cheap Things to Do in Apple Valley, MN

  • The list below includes 197 free or cheap things to do in or near Apple Valley, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Dance Clubs, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Great Clips IMAX Theatre to Bogart's Nightclub, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Apple Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Burnsville and Hastings.
  • The list below includes 197 free or cheap things to do in or near Apple Valley, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Dance Clubs, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Great Clips IMAX Theatre to Bogart's Nightclub, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Apple Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Burnsville and Hastings.
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17.2 Miles
88% 91 votes
Music Venue 1308 4th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 MoreLess Info
The Varsity Theater is a live performing arts auditorium that hosts concerts from local as well as touring artists in a relaxed and comfortable setting. The Varsity also hosts recitals, plays, and even trade shows and special event celebrations.
17.5 Miles
93% 71 votes
Movie Theaters 1625 West End Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 MoreLess Info
With the company's history dating back to more than 100 years ago, the Showplace Icon Theatre has now state of the art technologies and its own snack bar for the moviegoers to enjoy.
17.5 Miles
93% 690 votes
Parks 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, MN 55108 MoreLess Info
Home to the Minnesota State Fair, the State Fairgrounds Minnesota is a huge expanse located in Saint Paul. The Fair draws tens of thousands of visitors annually and features rides, barnyard animals, crafts, games, delicious food and other delights.
17.5 Miles
83% 169 votes
National & State Parks West River Road and Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414 MoreLess Info
St. Anthony Falls was long used as a main source of power during the 1700s and 1800s, but damage in the late 1800s led the US Army Corps of Engineers to make improvements to stabilize the falls. There is currently a self-guided two mile loop trail and visitor center.
17.8 Miles
87% 77 votes
Specialty Shops 14401 Highway 7, Minnetonka, MN 55345 MoreLess Info
The General Store of Minnetonka provides a personalized service that could only be experienced in the early 1900s. They have a selection of home decor, special gifts and old time classics.
17.8 Miles
90% 60 votes
Lake 1360 North Lexington Parkway, St. Paul, MN 55103 MoreLess Info
A historical landmark, the Como Lakeside Pavilion has a cafe, banquet and meeting facilities, and paddle boat rentals available. It also has a lakeside stage that hosts concerts and plays during the summer months.
17.8 Miles
91% 34 votes
127

Como Park

Parks 1431 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul, MN 55103 MoreLess Info
Como Park is a community park that is home to the Como Park Zoo, an 18-hole golf course, and a lakeside pavilion. The park supports activities including fishing, kayaking, running, and wildlife viewing.
17.9 Miles
85% 13 votes
128

The Loop

Restaurants 606 Washington Av. N., Suite #100, Minneapolis, MN MoreLess Info
The Loop is a popular sports bar and restaurant. They are well-known for their regular happy hours, Sunday brunch, vast food and drink menu and custom food buffets for special events.
17.9 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 3020 133rd St W, Shakopee, MN 55379 MoreLess Info
Featuring 24 lanes, Louisville Lanes Bowling Center offers open, league and glow-in-the-dark bowling along with private party hosting. The center provides a bar and grill, arcade games, pool tables, dartboards and an outdoor patio.
18.0 Miles
90% 48 votes
Waterfalls Hastings, MN MoreLess Info
Located in an urban setting, the Vermillion Falls has a total height of 35 feet. There are picnic tables in the area, as well as trails leading to it.
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