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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40.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Dog Park 5726 93rd Street, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 MoreLess Info
Ingram Park sits on 30.7 acres of donated land inside the village of Pleasant Prairie. The park accommodates playing fields, a fishing pond and a sledding hill along with a dedicated section for dogs.
40.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Dog Park 19900 S 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Simba and Nala's Dog Park provides an opportunity for our furry friends to stretch their legs and meet some new friends. The park is equipped with waste receptacles, a dog rinsing area, and a separate small dog area.
41.0 Miles
92% 12 votes
Playgrounds 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park, IL MoreLess Info
Sapora Playword is adjacent to the Perryville Road, Loves Park. It is a beautiful place for hosting birthdays for kids. There are two separate play areas for different age groups. Activities are energetic and fun-filled.
41.0 Miles
33% 6 votes
Skate Parks 17658 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
In business for over 50 years, the Tinley Park Roller Rink is a family-oriented skating facility. The rink offers open skating, and is available for party and event rentals, as well.
41.1 Miles
67% 6 votes
Pubs 17704 South Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
One of the only bars to serve breakfast, Cuzins Pub Tinley Park is a unique favorite among locals and visitors. In addition to breakfast, the pub offers pizza, drinks, and even video gaming.
41.1 Miles
25% 8 votes
Bowling 7601 183rd Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
With a seasonal beer garden and live entertainment, Tinley Park Bowling Lanes is more than the average bowling alley. The venue caters to parties, private bowling, public bowling, and several mixed skill leagues.
41.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skating Rinks 4150 N Perryville Road, Loves Park, IL 61111 MoreLess Info
An ice rink with seating for 600, Carlson Ice Arena provides a venue for youth and adult hockey, figure skating and public skating sessions. The facility offers skating lessons, a concession area and meeting rooms.
41.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 9020 76th Street, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1992, Seebeck Gallery is an art gallery and gift shop dedicated to showcasing a variety of arts and crafts. Visitors to the gallery will find oils, watercolors, jewelry, ceramics, wood, art glass, and sculptures.
41.4 Miles
67% 21 votes
Horseback Riding 16717 S Lockwood Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Forest View Farms is a recreational facility that features pony rentals, horseback riding lessons, hay and sleigh rides, and carriage rides. The facility also has a petting farm and sells horses.
41.6 Miles
67% 445 votes
Factory Tours 10100 Jelly Belly Lane, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 MoreLess Info
At the Jelly Belly Center visitors ride on a train through a mockup on a Jelly Belly warehouse. Along the way, visitors watch video monitor presentations, see dancing Jelly Belly characters, and taste the candy.
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