Free & Cheap Things to Do in Detroit, MI

  • The list below includes 217 free or cheap things to do in or near Detroit, Michigan, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Music Museums.
  • From Detroit RiverFront to Campus Martius Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Detroit and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Dearborn, Westland and Sterling Heights.
  • The list below includes 217 free or cheap things to do in or near Detroit, Michigan, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Music Museums.
  • From Detroit RiverFront to Campus Martius Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Detroit and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Dearborn, Westland and Sterling Heights.
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RollerCade 2130 S Schaefer Hwy., Detroit, MI MoreLess Info
This family-friendly roller skating rink has been family-owned for 60 years and features special themed nights throughout the week
35.7 Miles
39% 38 votes
Movie Theaters 233 S State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
The State Theatre is a movie theater that offers the local community an opportunity to view the latest movie releases in a historic theater. In addition to modern films, the theater also offers a wide variety of independent movie selections.
35.7 Miles
48% 23 votes
Bowling 1950 S Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
Featuring 40 bowling lanes, Colonial Lanes Bowling Center is suitable for open bowling, league play and private parties. The center offers a sports bar and grill, cosmic bowling, arcade games and a bowling suite that seats 70.
35.8 Miles
93% 40 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 1016 S State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
In operation since the 1920s, Yost Ice Arena hosts open skate and stick-and-puck sessions for the public. The arena also offers skating and hockey clinics for both children and adults.
35.8 Miles
98% 177 votes
Movie Theaters 603 East Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
The Michigan Theater is a theater that shows films and live entertainment. The theater is home to the 'Barton Theatre Pipe Organ' and is split into two auditoriums named the 'Historic Theater' and the 'Screening Room'.
35.8 Miles
94% 17 votes
Canoeing 1055 Long Shore Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 MoreLess Info
The Argo Park & Canoe Livery is a rental authority offering canoe, kayak, raft, tube, and stand up paddleboard rentals. The livery also offers concessions, river merchandise, and various river themed programs.
35.9 Miles
66% 44 votes
Comedy Clubs 314 E Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1984, the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase is a comedy club that has the goal of providing the best in comedy entertainment. The club serves food and beverages and has a fully stocked bar.
36.0 Miles
91% 717 votes
Science Museums 220 East Ann Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum allows adults and children to interact with science. The museum is divided into the concourse, all about me, preschool gallery, legacy gallery, Michigan nature, world around you, Lyons' country store, DTE Energy Foundation Light and Optics, and MediaWorks.
36.0 Miles
89% 228 votes
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Kerrytown

Shopping Districts Ashley, Depot, Division, and Ann Streets, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 MoreLess Info
Kerrytown is a historic area of businesses and homes that is roughly bordered by West Kingsley, North Division, East Hudson, and North First. The Ann Arbor Convention Center, Ann Arbor City Hall, and Community High School are located in this area.
36.1 Miles
94% 192 votes
Neighborhoods Between William and Huron Streets, Ann Arbor, MI MoreLess Info
Main Street is a commercial district with several art galleries, sidewalk cafes, beauty shops, and professional offices. The area is usually frequented by a more mature crowd than the area surrounding the University.
36.1 Miles
86% 71 votes
Neighborhoods Ann Arbor, MI MoreLess Info
State Street is the business district lying adjacent to the main campus of the University of Michigan. Visitors to campus events, as well as students, can find an assortment of businesses including bookstores, gift boutiques, clothing stores, restaurants, and coffee houses.
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