Free & Cheap Things to Do in Durham, NC

  • The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Durham, North Carolina, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Family Fun Center, Dog Park and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Sarah P. Duke Gardens to Duke University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest and Chapel Hill.
  • The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Durham, North Carolina, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Family Fun Center, Dog Park and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Sarah P. Duke Gardens to Duke University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest and Chapel Hill.
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21.0 Miles
67% 6 votes
Skating Rinks 1839 S Main St, Ste 200, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Wake Forest's Polar Ice House features two ice rinks that meet NHL regulations for size. The rinks host open skating with lights and music as well as hockey tournaments and league play.
21.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 1839 S Main St, Ste 400, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
The Factory is an outdoor recreational facility that features a polar icehouse, educational robotics facilities, a serendipity sweet shoppe, and a YMCA. The facility also has a dance institute and a tumble gym.
21.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Family Fun Center 1839 S Main St, Ste 600, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Zoosa's Family Fun center is an indoor recreational facility that features a miniature golf course, go-karts, a video game arcade, and a bungee trampoline. The facility is also available to rent for birthday parties.
21.1 Miles
The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts features touring productions of plays, Broadway shows, dance and musical performances, and other events. The center also offers a selection of dining opportunities.
21.4 Miles
100% 10 votes
Parks 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
E Carroll Joyner Park is a 117 acre park bordered by a 2,000 foot stone ribbon wall. Those visiting the park will find several restored farm buildings, a pecan grove, a log cabin, and a 1,000 lawn-seat amphitheater.
21.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Lake 7300 Lebanon Road, Mebane, NC 27302 MoreLess Info
Open to the public for boating and fishing, Lake Michael is filled with a variety of fish like bass and bream. The lake is surrounded by a park with trails, picnic areas, volleyball courts, and other facilities.
21.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 133 W Owen Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Holding Park spans 5 acres and offers a 50-meter swimming pool, a playground, basketball court, and picnic tables/charcoal grills. The Wake Forest Community House, with a capacity of 150-250, is available for rent.
21.7 Miles
78% 18 votes
Paddleboarding 2296 N Pea Ridge Rd, Pittsboro, NC 27312 MoreLess Info
In addition to consignment and brokered boat sales, Jordan Lake Water Sports provides captained pontoon boat tours, boat and equipment rentals, and boat storage with valet launch services. The company even has stand-up paddle board yoga classes.
21.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 3325 Rogers Rd, Ste 115, Wake Forest, NC 27587 MoreLess Info
Wine & Design Wake Forest offers customers the chance to spend two hours harnessing their talents and exploring their creativity by learning to paint. Wine and Design caters to all ages and talents and provides step-by-step instructions while painting.
21.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Bowling 103 S 5th Street, Mebane, NC 27302 MoreLess Info
For affordable fun, families, dates, and friends go to Buffalo Lanes Mebane Bowling Center. With $2 games and kids prizes, Buffalo Lanes knows how to show guests a good time on a dime.
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