Free & Cheap Things to Do in Barrington, IL

  • The list below includes 605 free or cheap things to do in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Pubs, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve to Langendorf Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barrington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Lombard, West Chicago and Glenview.
  • The list below includes 605 free or cheap things to do in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Pubs, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve to Langendorf Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barrington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Lombard, West Chicago and Glenview.
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16.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2700 Trail Way Street, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
The chief draw of Danny Cunniff Park is its large sledding hill, which allows for some exciting sledding on a seasonal basis. The park also has sports fields, including a 9 hole disc golf course.
16.0 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.
16.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
History Museums 1776 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Located in the Northfield Inn, Northbrook Historical Society and History Museum has a top floor that is a recreation of an 1890s Shermerville home with period furnishings and artifacts. The museum contains the Schinleber photograph collection among other exhibits.
16.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1195 Half Day Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
Maintained by the Jewish Council for Youth Services, The Lil' - Lillian L. Lutz Recreation Center features a heated pool with two shallow ends and a water slide. The center also has sports courts, and hosts lessons and camps.
16.1 Miles
- 2 votes
Mini Golf 2205 Skokie Valley Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
Highland Park Golf Learning Center & Adventure Golf encompasses both a full driving range and a challenging 18 hole miniature golf course. They can also provide junior and adult golf instruction for up to six 45 minute sessions.
16.3 Miles
88% 8 votes
Playgrounds Northbrook Court Mall, 2042 Northbrook Ct, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
With blocks, toys, and tents for young children to play with, Gymboree Play & Music offers classes to aid in a child's development. The instructor uses the playground to encourage the development of balance and coordination skills.
16.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 1207 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 5,000-square-foot fitness center, Recreation Center of Highland Park provides exercise equipment and a pool along with lessons and classes. The center also has a track for walking and running, basketball courts and a child care facility.
16.4 Miles
There 16 permanent exhibitions at the Kohl Children's Museum, from domains such as Adventure in Art, Car Care, and Pet Vet. Special programs are organized in here all around the year, while it can also support special private events, such as birthday parties.
16.4 Miles
50% 38 votes
Movie Theaters 1525 Lake Cook Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
The AMC Theatres in Northbrook offer the latest in digital production and 3D entertainment. Large screen formats, such as IMAX, make movie viewing an immersive and almost interactive experience. Show times in the theaters are generally in the evening or afternoon.
16.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
With a host of arts and fitness programs available, West Ridge Center has dance studios, classrooms, and playgrounds in its facility. Visitors can enroll their children in classes like martial arts, ceramics, and more.
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