Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chapel Hill, NC

  • The list below includes 110 free or cheap things to do in or near Chapel Hill, North Carolina, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Observatories & Planetariums, Botanical Gardens and Parks.
  • From University of North Carolina to Southern Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chapel Hill and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Durham, Cary, Raleigh and Apex.
  • The list below includes 110 free or cheap things to do in or near Chapel Hill, North Carolina, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Observatories & Planetariums, Botanical Gardens and Parks.
  • From University of North Carolina to Southern Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chapel Hill and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Durham, Cary, Raleigh and Apex.
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31.2 Miles
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Parks 807 Tryon Street, Sanford, NC 27330 MoreLess Info
The Kiwanis Family Park has a large meadow with volley ball nets, walking trail, playground, uncovered picnic area, a gazebo, and covered shelter. The shelter features a charcoal grill, electricity and water, and ten picnic tables, seating up to 100 people.
31.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 1800 Wicker Street, Sanford, NC 27330 MoreLess Info
The Kiwanis Family Park has volleyball nets, fitness and walking trails, a covered shelter with charcoal grill, a picnic area with tables, a gazebo available for rent, and a large meadow.
31.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 2629 Dalrymple Street, Sanford, NC 27332 MoreLess Info
SNR Express Fitness Center is a 24-hour fitness and workout facility that features Nautilus exercise equipment and machines. The facility also has separate exercise rooms for aerobics and yoga classes which are open to members.
32.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Dog Park 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Located on 100 acres, JB Flaherty Park is home to a community center and provides tennis courts and fields for baseball and softball. The park features a dog park, children's playground, two ponds and a picnic shelter.
32.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 4600 Winslet Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Featuring an open grass field, Mill Bridge Nature Park has several walking trails that lead into the wilderness. The park hosts community events like bluegrass concerts, family movie nights, and classic car shows.
32.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Bowling 139 Rand Street, Sanford, NC 27332 MoreLess Info
With 24 lanes of bowling, Kendale Bowling Lanes is home to tournaments, leagues and events like moonlight bowling. It offers food and drinks, a pro shop, arcade games, billiard tables and a lounge with adult beverages.
32.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Heritage Gates Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Wake Forest's Heritage Park is a neighborhood park that features open green space, playground areas for toddlers and bigger kids with climbing structures and other play equipment, and two picnic shelters.
32.8 Miles
57% 37 votes
Go Karts 5335 Raynor Rd, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
Rush Hour Karting is a one third mile go-kart racing track featuring a restaurant, bar, and game room. They accommodate group activities like birthday parties, bachelor parties, and other events as well as professionally taught classes, and racing leagues.
34.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Breweries 65 Glen Rd, PMB 281, Garner, NC 27529 MoreLess Info
For a tour and taste of craft brews, visitors are heading to Beer Time Brew Tours. Tours include safe transportation to and from breweries, background and history of breweries and beers, and time to purchase gifts at each brewery.
36.6 Miles
88% 164 votes
River Wilmington, NC MoreLess Info
Located in northeastern North Carolina, the Cape Fear River stretches 200+ miles to the Atlantic Ocean. The basin of the river is the largest in the state. A trail runs along the long stream and popular birding area.
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