Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bloomington, IL

  • The list below includes 44 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Constitution Trail to Walt Bittner Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Normal.
  • The list below includes 44 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Constitution Trail to Walt Bittner Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Normal.
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44.6 Miles
75% 16 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 2400 West Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL MoreLess Info
Public shows astronomy shows are put on display at the William M. Staerkel Planetarium during the week. The planetarium also offers educational programs for school groups, civic groups, scout troops, and others.
44.6 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 5580 N Fork Road, Decatur, IL 62521 MoreLess Info
The Macon County Historical Society Museum is an educational museum that has the goal of protecting thousands of artifacts, documents, and photographs for future generations. The museum holds educational events and community fundraisers.
44.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails S. Franklin Street, Decatur, IL MoreLess Info
Sand Creek Conservation Area has more than 7.5 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, spread across forest, prairie and floodplain. A historic road runs through the trail, as well as creeks which must be forded.
45.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Lake 2702 W. Springfield Ave, Champaign, IL 21739 MoreLess Info
Kaufman Lake is a popular spot for relaxation and water adventure in Champaign. The lake offers a surrounding trail for biking and hiking, as well as skiing, kayaking and canoeing on the lakes glassy waters.
45.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Champaign, IL MoreLess Info
Located near Parkland College, Dodds Park is a 110-acre park with 7 baseball fields and 12 soccer fields on its grounds. The park is known for its 'Tribute to Olympic Athletes Monument', where 41 Champaign County athletes are commemorated.
45.1 Miles
24% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 910 Meijer Drive, Champaign, IL 61822 MoreLess Info
The Carmike Beverly Cinema 18 is a movie theater multiplex that features 18 different auditoriums. The theater shows mostly Hollywood new releases in fully digital video and sound, and offers discount matinees and other promotions.
45.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 910 Meijer Drive, Champaign, IL 61821 MoreLess Info
The Champaign Carmike Cinemas is a movie theater multiplex that shows newly released Hollywood films in all digital video and sound. The theater offers an array of specials and promotions.
45.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks Champaign, IL MoreLess Info
Zahnd Park is a 20 acre park that features two little league baseball fields and a football field. It also offers a playground and amenities such as picnic tables, water fountains, and restrooms.
45.6 Miles
93% 45 votes
Children's Museums 55 S. Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL MoreLess Info
Intended especially for children aged between 3 and 12, Children's Museum of Illinois is a hands-on educational centre. In here, little children can be familiarized with domains such as science and art.
45.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3939 Nearing Ln, Decatur, IL 62521 MoreLess Info
Situated in a prairie, Rock Springs Conservation Area offers visitors a hiking spot to view wildlife like deer and hawks. The visitor center has maps that show the locations of the trails at the park.
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