- The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Dekalb, Illinois, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Other Entertainment and History Museums.
- From Dekalb Park District to Northern Illinois University Athletics, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dekalb and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia and Elgin.
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30.4 Miles
Providing a variety of fun and entertainment, Kingston Lanes offers activities and special programs for the entire family. This includes cosmic bowling, holiday parties, musical acts, arcade games and on-site dining.
30.4 Miles
Featuring both an indoor and outdoor arena, Gateway Riding Center offers a variety of horse riding lessons for visitors from trained professionals. Visitors can also board their horses at the barn.
30.5 Miles
Opened in 1981 to celebrate 150 years since the town was established, Riverwalk has plenty of attractions for the entire family, including a playground, a beach and grill resort, and 1,75 miles of walkway along the river.
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550 S Park Blvd, Streamwood, IL 60107
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Members of Park Place Family Recreation Center receive access to locker rooms and fitness equipment. The pool has several lanes for swimming laps and a small water slide area. There are also swimming classes for children at this pool.
30.6 Miles
Established in 1945, the Lowden State Park is suited for picnicking, camping, hiking, boating, and fishing. It also features a 50 foot-tall statue depicting the bust of a Native American, which is considered to be the second largest concrete monolithic statue in the world.
30.6 Miles
Covering 500 acres, the Cantigny Park welcomes entire families with playgrounds, gardens, 2 museums, a golf course, and 4 restaurants. The museums are dedicated to Robert R. McCormick and to the First Infantry Division.
30.6 Miles
The bowling alley, Park Lanes, is a recreational facility that includes 32 bowling lanes for competitive and recreational bowlers. The facility also has all of the lanes equipped with bumper rails.
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172 votes
1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187
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The First Division Museum at Cantigny is dedicated to the First Infantry Division, and tells a story which dates back to WWI. Uniforms, medals of Honor, weapons, vehicles, and even tanks are included in the permanent collection.
30.7 Miles
Offering jumping fun for all ages, Mega Trampoline is a popular location for birthday parties and other celebrations. Along with wall-to-wall trampolines, the facility is equipped with a play area which includes arcade games and inflatables.
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5517 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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With access to two lakes, Three Oaks Recreation Area offers two marinas for boats, and a beach area for sunbathing and picnics. There is also a boardwalk that visitors can use to view the scenery of the south lake.