- The list below includes 89 free or cheap things to do in or near Dayton, Ohio, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Parks and Historic Sites.
- From Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum to Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dayton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Lebanon, Fairborn and Yellow Springs.
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Paint Nite invites guests to break away from a typical night out with the perfect cocktail of creativity and conversation.
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691 E Dayton-Yellow Springs Road, Fairborn, OH 45324
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Featuring grassy areas, trees and a fishing pond, Fairborn Community Park has facilities for basketball, tennis, volleyball, softball and soccer. Visitors have access to several playgrounds and shelters as well as an amphitheater and walking path with fitness area.
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YMCA of Greene County provides a range of programs and initiatives focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. They offer adult sports including basketball, soccer and volleyball as well as youth football, soccer and basketball.
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Located on over 12 acres of land, the Wedgewood Park offers a variety of different facilities for local residents to use. These facilities include two basketball courts, a softball field, two tennis courts, and walking trails.
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At Fairborn YMCA, members can take advantage of free exercise classes and babysitting. The center features amenities like a gymnasium, sauna, 25 yard pool, racquetball courts, sports fields, and more.
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Consisting of mostly open grass fields, Osborn Park has a trail suitable for walking and jogging, a skate park and a playground. The park has facilities for basketball and soccer as well as a small shelter.
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Part of the Chakeres movie theater chain, the Skyborn Cruise In is an old-fashioned drive in movie theater. The theater shows two films in a row, and charges discount admission prices. A variety of refreshment choices are available, as well.
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Opened in 1956, Skyborn Skateland features a maple skating surface along with a secondary skating area with ramps. The facility provides skating lessons, a pro shop, skate rental and a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Lock 27 Brewing is a brew pub offering its own house-crafted beers as well as a wide selection of other craft beers. The brew pub also features an full lunch and dinner menu.
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247 Xenia Avenue (Rt. 68), Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Despite the fact that small community cinemas are disappearing, the Little Art Theatre remains a strong part of its region. Independent and artistic films act as the primary method of entertainment at the cinema.