Free & Cheap Things to Do in Frederick, MD

  • The list below includes 152 free or cheap things to do in or near Frederick, Maryland, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Baker Park to Carrol Creek Linear Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Frederick and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hagerstown, Gaithersburg, Harpers Ferry and Leesburg.
  • The list below includes 152 free or cheap things to do in or near Frederick, Maryland, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Baker Park to Carrol Creek Linear Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Frederick and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hagerstown, Gaithersburg, Harpers Ferry and Leesburg.
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32.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lake 10026 Hyla Brook Road, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
Established in 1966, Wilde Lake is a man-made drainage reservoir that collects water runoff from 1140-acres of land. The lake has a 27-foot by 200-foot wide dam across the Patuxent River.
32.3 Miles
25% 12 votes
Dog Park Orebaugh Ave & Arcola Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902 MoreLess Info
The Wheaton Regional Dog Park offers pets the chance to play on a grass surface. The location also features a 6-foot chain link fence so owners can let their dogs off their leashes safely.
32.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Skating Rinks 11751 Orebaugh Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902 MoreLess Info
The Wheaton Ice Arena is a public ice skating facility that offers ice skating lessons, ice hockey classes, and skating exhibitions throughout the year. The facility contains an NHL sized ice rink and a workout center.
32.4 Miles
71% 420 votes
Music Venue 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Merriweather Post Pavilion will have the opportunity to watch musical performances from artists like Bastille and The Afghan Wings. This site, which features a Music Pinball Arcade and a large kitchen, has played host to artists like Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin.
32.4 Miles
46% 68 votes
Movie Theaters 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring an IMAX auditorium, AMC Columbia 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals, self-service ticketing and a concession area with food and drinks.
32.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 5652 Oakmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20817 MoreLess Info
Ayrlawn Park is a 14.3 acre park offering large open fields and various recreational amenities. Attractions include a multipurpose field, a playground, two tennis courts, a softball field, and a baseball field.
32.4 Miles
67% 9 votes
Skating Rinks 1800 Michael Faraday Ct, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Skatequest is a skating venue that supports activities such as figure skating, hockey playing, and recreational skating. The facility features a fully stocked pro shop and is available for birthday parties.
32.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Swimming Pool 6400 Martin Road, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
The Clemens Crossing Pool is an outdoor public pool that is home to a snack bar, an 8-lane main pool, and a slide. The pool also has shade structures, Wi-Fi, and a nearby baseball field.
32.8 Miles
62% 21 votes
Bowling 7100 Carved Stone Road, Columbia, MD 21045 MoreLess Info
With 32 lanes of bowling available, the Brunswick Columbia Lanes seeks to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. Amenities at Brunswick Columbia Lanes include a snack bar, pro shop, and billiards.
32.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Lake Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
The man-made Lake Kittamaqundi offers 27 acres of water with a rough depth of around seven feet. Boating is the most popular activity on the lake as there is a large boathouse with a wooden pier located along the western shore.
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