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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28.9 Miles
72% 82 votes
Trampoline Parks 880 Lakeside Dr., Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
There are more than 16,000 square feet of trampolines available at Jump America, including in here the dodge-ball course and the foam pit. There is a special area for little children as well.
28.9 Miles
33% 12 votes
Bowling 1903 Schiller Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
With 10, real-wood lanes, the Wilmette Bowling Center offers both recreational and league bowling. Beer, wine and food are available on-site and the bowling center offers accommodations for special events and parties.
28.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 631 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Zone - Fountain Square is a bowling alley and arcade. The bowling alley features 32 lanes, 2 billiards tables, arcade games, a lounge, and a snack bar. Brunswick Zone is also venue to several bowling leagues.
29.1 Miles
85% 33 votes
History Museums 2600 Central Park Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian honors the American Indian tradition from the past with their collection of artifacts and exhibits from different parts of the country; an interactive experience for kids. It symbolizes social, cultural and religious integrity.
29.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds Plainfield, IL MoreLess Info
Located along a lake, Bruce Ponti Memorial Park features a large grassy area suitable for sports and other recreational activities. The park provides a children's playground, paved walking paths, trees, benches and sand volleyball courts.
29.2 Miles
82% 55 votes
Parks 3459 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
Offering an 18-hole miniature golf course, Sports Park Driving Range & Adventure Golf has a batting cage for visitors to practice their batting skills. The range has 40 stations where visitors can use a debit card to automatically receive balls.
29.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits at the Isle a la Cache Museum which cover the local area's history during the 18th century. Along with artifacts linked to the Great Lakes fur trade, there is a replica Native American longhouse.
29.3 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 23836 W Main Street, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
The main focus of the Plainfield Historical Society is the effort behind its Main Street Museum. Artifacts and exhibits which display the history of Plainfield are available for public viewing regularly, and tours can be arranged by appointment.
29.4 Miles
75% 224 votes
Malls 6170 W. Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
The 4th largest mall in the region, the Gurnee Mills Outlet has stores for adults and children, and restaurants, and it is visited by more than 20 million people each year.
29.4 Miles
90% 20 votes
Parks Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
An extensive outdoor park with a network of trails for walking and biking, the Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park features a variety of modern and contemporary works of art. The park also provides educational programs.
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