Free & Cheap Things to Do in Franklin, MA

  • The list below includes 432 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Massachusetts, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Forests, Bowling, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Franklin Public Library to Franklin Town Forest, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Cambridge, Brookline and Framingham.
  • The list below includes 432 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Massachusetts, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Forests, Bowling, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Franklin Public Library to Franklin Town Forest, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Cambridge, Brookline and Framingham.
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15.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 98 Running Brook Cir, Natick, MA 1760 MoreLess Info
The Mary Bunker Community Park is a quiet, scenic park that overlooks Lake Cochituate. Fun for the whole family, the park features fire pits for cooking over an open flame, picnic pavilions and a large multi-purpose sports field.
15.3 Miles
93% 15 votes
Cultural Centers 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 MoreLess Info
Hope Artiste Village is a community for designers, artists, and entrepreneurs. The village features numerous shops and eateries including a bakery and it also hosts live music events and a farmers market.
15.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Skating Rinks 1105 East Street, Dedham, MA 02026 MoreLess Info
The Boch Ice Center is home ice for the Boch Blazers, a youth hockey team. The Blazers offer open tryouts, and have both boys' and girls' teams available. The facility also hosts instructional camps.
15.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 807 Washington Street, Stoughton, MA 2072 MoreLess Info
Featuring regularly rotating exhibits, South Shore Performing Arts Center has performing arts classes and an art gallery for visitors to enjoy. Visitors can enroll in classes like Japanese bookbinding, digital photography, and watercolor painting.
15.5 Miles
100% 9 votes
Breweries 100 Carver Street, Pawtucket, RI 2860 MoreLess Info
An exciting place to visit, Bucket Brewery allows for both tours and sampling of their brews. When visiting, tourists can also stop by the gift shop to purchase memorabilia and souvenirs including t-shirts and beer mugs.
15.5 Miles
93% 14 votes
Art Museum 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 MoreLess Info
The Davis Museum and Cultural Center's artworks date back to the 1800's and feature international art including paintings, sculptures, photographs and decorative objects. Located within the Wellesley College campus, visitors can explore the museum free of charge.
15.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Pubs 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 MoreLess Info
A restaurant, bar, and live music venue near the Wellesley College campus, Punch's Alley features regular beer and drink specials. The pub holds special themed event nights, as well, including Stoplight Pub Nite and gay themed nights.
15.5 Miles
82% 11 votes
Mini Golf 315 Worcester Road, Natick, MA 01760 MoreLess Info
For a miniature golf adventure with a patriotic motif, Golf On the Village Green is both fun and educational. The Freedom Trail themed holes have signs containing historical information and the obstacle buildings and statues are colonial replicas.
15.5 Miles
97% 32 votes
Farms & Ranches 50 Swan Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Smithfield's oldest operating apple orchard, Jaswell's Farm offers a variety of locally grown produce, and invites visitors to pick their own apples, berries, and other fruits. The farm offers tours, as well.
15.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Mountaindale Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Wolf Hill Forest Preserve provides 6 miles of hiking and nature trails along the Woonasquatucket Reservoir.  This is a popular location for bird watching, hiking, wilderness walks, and fishing and a WWII memorial can also be found.
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