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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44.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 1528 Hobbs Drive, Delavan, WI 53115 MoreLess Info
With formal gardens, a waterfall feature and fishing pond, Congdon Park provides a tranquil setting for outdoor leisure. Guests can stroll a walking trail, view scenery from the gazebo or picnic on the grounds.
44.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 509 S 7th Street, Delavan, WI 53115 MoreLess Info
Delavan Lanes welcomes bowlers of all ages for traditional bowling, league play, cosmic bowling, corporate functions or family gatherings. Other amenities include billiards, an arcade, a concessions area and sports bar.
44.9 Miles
88% 52 votes
History Museums 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL MoreLess Info
Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum & Gardens is a veritable time capsule of life in the Victorian era. Worth a visit to see one of the few remaining Swiss-style homes left in the United States and a leisurely stroll through the gardens.
44.9 Miles
100% 8 votes
Breweries 510 56th Street, Kenosha, WI 53140 MoreLess Info
Located in the heart of downtown Kenosha, the Rustic Road Brewing Company produces a wide range of craft beer that are made on site. The tap room also has a full-service bar that features local wine and cocktails.
44.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 410 S 7th Street, Delavan, WI 53115 MoreLess Info
Wheeler's Bowling Center LLC has been a community, recreational hangout since 1969. The family-run business offers traditional and league bowling, ten pins, cosmic bowling and a sports bar to entertain guests.
45.0 Miles
93% 69 votes
Botanical Gardens 2715 S. Main St, Rockford, IL 61102 MoreLess Info
Created as a living museum, the Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a 155-acre park, featuring gardens, fountains, and sculptures. A perfect location for hiking or biking the trails, there is a children's garden and facilities for weddings and private parties.
45.1 Miles
91% 132 votes
Art Museum 5500 First Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140 MoreLess Info
Specializing in the fine and decorative arts, and natural science, Kenosha Museum has a massive collection of different works. They also offer tours, classes, and workshops to visitors.
45.2 Miles
94% 166 votes
History Museums 5400 First Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140 MoreLess Info
The Civil War Museum in Kenosha is like no other because it portrays the Civil War from the perspective of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. They do this mainly through the use of personal stories and narratives.
45.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Comedy Clubs Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan, WI MoreLess Info
Kooky'z Comedy Club is a provider of banquet halls in Wisconsin. Our experienced culinary staff has developed menu suggestions that will create culinary excitement at any special event.
45.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Pubs 328 E Walworth Avenue, Delavan, WI 53115 MoreLess Info
Brick House Bar & Grill is a restaurant and bar that features 10 flat screen TV's, a 120' HD projection screen, and a state of the art lighting and sound system. The bar is open 365 days a year.