Free & Cheap Things to Do in East Chicago, IN

  • The list below includes 176 free or cheap things to do in or near East Chicago, Indiana, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and History Museums.
  • From Gibson Woods Nature Preserve to Olympia Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Oak Park, Tinley Park and Valparaiso.
  • The list below includes 176 free or cheap things to do in or near East Chicago, Indiana, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and History Museums.
  • From Gibson Woods Nature Preserve to Olympia Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Oak Park, Tinley Park and Valparaiso.
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33.6 Miles
95% 38 votes
Flea Markets 6920 N. Mannheim Rd., Rosemont, IL 60018 MoreLess Info
Wolff's Flea Market is good for somebody who is looking to spend their free time by doing some interesting shopping. Vendors here sell toys and beautiful knick knacks. Parking space is big and feasible.
33.6 Miles
86% 7 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 191 W Factory Road, Addison, IL 60101 MoreLess Info
A competitive cheerleading gym, Illinois Allstars- Competitive Cheerleading & Tumbling Classes offers classes in gymnastics, cheerleading, and tumbling taught by experienced and professional instructors. The gym also maintains a focus on fostering student athletes.
33.6 Miles
86% 7 votes
Hiking Trails 222 E Windsor Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Great Western Trail follows 17 miles of an abandoned railway corridor. Today, the crushed limestone trail provides access for cyclists, walkers and joggers and in winter allows cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. The trail also includes shelters and rest areas.
33.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Forests SE Corner of Rt 53 & Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The Hidden Lake Forest Preserve is a small natural preserve that is home to Round Meadow Lake and Eagle Lake. The preserve has a number of hiking trails that can be used for running or walking.
33.6 Miles
33% 3 votes
Parks 1200 N Western Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Offering year-round outdoor activities, Woodland Park features facilities for soccer, tennis and basketball as well as open play space and a playground. In winter, the park opens an outdoor ice skating rink.
33.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Laser Tag Lisle, IL 60532 MoreLess Info
A mobile laser tag service, Golden Gun Laser Tag provides laser tag equipment and setup to create a laser tag arena in any setting. The service is suitable for parties and private events and includes guns, headsets and obstacles.
33.6 Miles
- 1 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Built in the 19th century, Lombard Historical Victorian Museum is a house from the Victorian era that visitors can tour to get a feel of what it was like to live in that time. The house is furnished with Victorian artifacts.
33.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 MoreLess Info
Built to commemorate the Bicentennial, Bicentennial Park provides visitors with 10 acres of park filled with informational plaques to read. The park has a theater that hosts community events like plays and concerts.
33.6 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 23 W Maple Street, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The Victorian Cottage Museum is a restored 19th century house with multiple first floor rooms furnished in authentic 1870s style. The upstairs area of the house is a museum celebrating the history and heritage of the area.
33.7 Miles
93% 104 votes
Gardens 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The lilac flower forms a significant portion of Lilacia Park which is spread over 8.5 acres. Along with 800 lilacs, there are also 25,000 tulips, walking paths, and benches for those who want to enjoy the scenery.
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