Free & Cheap Things to Do in Buffalo Grove, IL

  • The list below includes 610 free or cheap things to do in or near Buffalo Grove, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Family Fun Center and Go Karts.
  • From Emmerich Park to Happy Tails Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Buffalo Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 610 free or cheap things to do in or near Buffalo Grove, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Family Fun Center and Go Karts.
  • From Emmerich Park to Happy Tails Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Buffalo Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
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21.0 Miles
87% 114 votes
Religious Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Austere on the outside but soothing and calming on the inside, Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity temple acquaints the visitor with the symbolics of modern American architecture.
21.0 Miles
92% 77 votes
Libraries 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Hosting a permanent Hemingway collection, the Oak Park Public Library organizes almost each day of the year special events and exhibitions, for adults and children alike.
21.0 Miles
84% 179 votes
Movie Theaters 1100 E North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
Open only during the weekends during the warmer months, the Cascade Drive In shows popular first-run movies on its single screen. Two movies are shown each night that the drive in is open, and there is a separate picnic area for guests who want to bring their own food.
21.0 Miles
92% 12 votes
Historic Buildings 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1973, the Unity Temple Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the Unity Temple. The building was constructed in the 20th century by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
21.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 800 W Lake St at Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60301 MoreLess Info
Purchased in 1912, Scoville Park provides a central location for visitors to walk, play tennis, and enjoy. Events at the park include summer concerts, art festivals, and annual village events.
21.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Laser Tag 941 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 5,000 square-foot multi-level arena, Lazer Maxx is a laser tag facility offering laser tag and other attractions for guests to enjoy. A large video game arcade, hurricane simulator, and prize redemption are among the other amenities available.
21.1 Miles
82% 22 votes
Farms & Ranches 29W310 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
The Sonny Acres Farm is an outdoor farm that grows gourds, squash, Indian corn, and Wisconsin and Michigan apples. The farm is available for birthday parties and provides tours of the area.
21.1 Miles
61% 77 votes
Family Fun Center 1103 S Main Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Enchanted Castle is an amusement park with a variety of activities like laser tag, go-karts, bumper cars, mini-golf and bowling and many other attractions. There is also an arcade and refreshments including alcohol for adults.
21.1 Miles
82% 11 votes
Recreation Centers 206 S Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 MoreLess Info
Peekaboo Playroom is a safe play area where children can explore, play, and take part in crafts and activities. Drop in prices, monthly passes, and frequent events such as pizza days, craft Wednesdays and picture days are also offered.
21.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Colleges & Universities 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Providing a variety of educational programs, Elgin Community College has been in operation for well over sixty years. Numerous activities including sports, music and theater are also offered at their facilities.
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