Free & Cheap Things to Do in Des Plaines, IL

  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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26.4 Miles
100% 19 votes
Farms & Ranches 13236 W. Town Line Road, Waukegan, IL 60087 MoreLess Info
The experience and offerings at Kroll's Harvest Farm vary with the season. In the fall, the farm offers a wide array of pumpkins, as well as a corn maze. In winter, the farm sells Christmas trees.
26.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Aviation Museums 130 S Clow International Pkwy, Ste B, Bolingbrook, IL 60490 MoreLess Info
The Illinois Aviation Museum is located a 6,000 square foot hangar at the Clow International Airport. With both replica and restored aircraft, visitors can learn about the business of aviation.
26.5 Miles
71% 7 votes
Pubs 72 N Williams St., Crystal Lake, IL 60014 MoreLess Info
Finn McCool's Crystal Lake offers an authentic Irish Pub experience stateside. The pub offers a large selection of on tap brews as well as a menu of Irish pub favorites such as fish and chips and shepherd's pie.
26.5 Miles
89% 9 votes
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Evolve

Recreation Centers 54 N Williams Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 MoreLess Info
Evolve is a gift store offering, among other items, local artisan jewelry, crystals, statues, books, and candles. The store also hosts a variety of healing and balancing workshops on a regular basis.
26.5 Miles
88% 8 votes
Bowling 77 Brink Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 MoreLess Info
At Metro Bowl, visitors can enjoy a game of bowling with beer and other refreshments. The bowling alley has a basement lounge, complete with pool tables and a seating area for socializing.
26.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas RR 25, Aurora, IL 60505 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by 40 forested acres, Red Oak Nature Center and features seven hiking trails that are open until sunset. Inside the free center visitors can enjoy multiple classrooms and a wildlife viewing room with turtle and fish habitats.
26.6 Miles
100% 24 votes
National & State Parks 2343 South River Street, Batavia, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Situated on 40 acres of wilderness, Red Oak Nature Center offers a variety of educational experiences for children to learn about native plant and animal life in the area. In addition to trails, the park has a cave to explore.
26.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 4504 Terra Cotta Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60012 MoreLess Info
Crystal Bowl is a traditional ten pin bowling alley with a retro décor style. The lanes offer automatic scoring, and there is an on-site concession stand and pro shop for serious bowlers.
26.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Family Fun Center 100 Business Rt 30, Aurora, IL 60504 MoreLess Info
Providing a variety of activities for all ages, Sport Zone Park is suitable for family or group outings. Featuring both indoor and outdoor golf, go-karts, soccer and batting cages, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
26.7 Miles
88% 16 votes
Parks 330 N Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 MoreLess Info
Veteran Acres Park is a 140 acre park housing a Nature Center, Rotary Building and Rotary Warming House. The park also features several athletic fields, and has several hiking and cross country skiing trails.
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