- The list below includes 170 free or cheap things to do in or near Denton, Texas, including 95 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, History Museums, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
- From Wiggly Field Dog Park to Ray Roberts Lake State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Denton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Grapevine, Lewisville and Coppell.
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The Ruth Paine House Museum offers visitors the chance to learn about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in a home that has been restored to its previous 1963-esque appearance. Lee Harvey Oswald was said to have stated in this house the night before he shot the President.
29.9 Miles
92%
206 votes
701 Northwest Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76006
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First opened in 1990, River Legacy Park has grown to 1,300-acres of beautifully maintained parkland along the Trinity River. Visitors can learn about botany, go for a stroll, bike ride, or even book facilities for a party or event.
30.0 Miles
The Erwin Park Hike and Bike Trail is a 8.8 mile mountain biking trail through Erwin Park. The park encompasses 212-acres of natural woods, 3 picnic pavilions, restrooms, and a fishing area.
30.0 Miles
In the stores on McKinney Main Street, shoppers can visit local art galleries, often listen to local and regional musicians, and eat regional food in historic food. On the second Saturday of each month, merchants stay open late and often plan special events.
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Soccer Spectrum is an indoor soccer arena that hosts soccer games in all weather and through the evening. Youth and Adult leagues, and party rentals are available. A pizzeria is located on site for late-night snacks.
30.1 Miles
97%
63 votes
315 S. Chestnut Street, McKinney, TX 75069
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The Chestnut Square Historic Village is a collection of six historic homes, a replica one-room school house, a blacksmith shop, a smoke house, a chapel, and a reception garden. Visitors can rent the facilities for special occasions or take a trolley tour.
30.1 Miles
Collin County History Museum displays the history of Collin County. The museum houses a collection of memorabilia including postcards and photographs. They are open for research needs. They are also open to the public during exhibitions.
30.1 Miles
With interlacing biking and walking trails, Bob Woodruff Park provides visitors with a community park with lake views. The park has amenities like picnic tables, volleyball courts, and fishing areas.
30.2 Miles
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163 votes
One Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069
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The 289-acre Head Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary is divided into three parts, a tall grass prairie, bottomland hardwood, and limestone escarpment, and visitors can see all on the 6.5-mile nature trail. The museum also has a native plant garden, and science exhibits.
30.3 Miles
Franconia Brewing Company has a heritage that dates back to the 1800s. Specializing in Bavarian beers, visitors can take a tour of the brewery to learn about the brewing process before sampling a variety of the delicious flavors available.