Free & Cheap Things to Do in Elgin, IL

  • The list below includes 546 free or cheap things to do in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Bowling, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Bluff Spring Fen to Elgin Community College, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elgin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Aurora.
  • The list below includes 546 free or cheap things to do in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Bowling, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Bluff Spring Fen to Elgin Community College, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elgin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lombard, West Chicago, Glenview and Aurora.
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16.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 227 W Parkside Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The Sunset Knoll Recreation Center is a facility that provides a large selection of recreational amenities for local residents to enjoy. A fitness room with weights, exercise classes, and showers/locker rooms are among the amenities offered.
17.0 Miles
64% 359 votes
Movie Theaters 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton, IL 60189 MoreLess Info
Besides the movie going experience, Studio Movie Grill offers other services that would make a night out complete. The movies are paired by a premium bar and an all American culinary treat.
17.0 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.
17.0 Miles
86% 14 votes
Mini Golf 845 Pershing Ave, Pershing & Rt 53, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Featuring 36 holes available for play, Holes & Knolls Miniature Golf Course is a putt-putt facility providing fun and entertainment to those who visit. Other amenities at the facility include a full concessions menu, patio seating, and scenic views.
17.0 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.
17.0 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.
17.0 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.
17.1 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.
17.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 2204 E Gregory Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Located next to Meadows Park, Meadows Aquatic Center features a zero-depth pool, swimming lanes, a water slide and a one-meter diving board. The center also offers a party room, grass picnic areas and changing rooms.
17.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Family Fun Center 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Maryknoll Park is a recreational park that features a disc golf course, a splash park, platform tennis, and a miniature golf course. The park also features an adventure playground that has a tree house and waterfall.
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