Free & Cheap Things to Do in Glen Ellyn, IL

  • The list below includes 705 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Ellyn, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Gallery, History Museums and Family Fun Center.
  • From Lake Ellyn Park to Spring Avenue Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Ellyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and West Chicago.
  • The list below includes 705 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Ellyn, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Gallery, History Museums and Family Fun Center.
  • From Lake Ellyn Park to Spring Avenue Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Ellyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and West Chicago.
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CluedIn Escape Rooms 440 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, IL MoreLess Info
Players must collaborate to solve puzzles and clues to escape The Asylum within 60 minutes
0.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Situated along the western shore of Lake Ellyn, Lake Ellyn Park is a wooded park area that can be used for boating and fishing. It includes a walking trail nearly a mile long, picnic areas, a playground and tennis courts.
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100% 1 votes
Dog Park 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Spring Avenue Dog Park is a fully enclosed off-leash park that includes a large open play area, disposal bags and receptacles, and picnic tables. A permit is required for each dog, which requires a yearly membership fee.
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50% 2 votes
Parks 800 E St Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 7,000 square foot fitness center, Ackerman Park was originally known as North Park until 1973. The park connects to the Great Western Trail and has baseball and soccer fields, a volleyball court and a playground.
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Parks 620 Wilson Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Amenities within the small Panfish Park include a natural wooded area for exploration and a picnic area. The site that covers only an acre and a half also has a children's playground with a swing set.
1.9 Miles
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Parks 130 S Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
A community park for all ages, Village Green Park offers a wide variety of recreational amenities. The park offers a children's playground, walking and biking trails, sports fields and picnic areas.
2.4 Miles
96% 27 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 525 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Willowbrook Wildlife Center is an animal education center and rehabilitation facility. Visitors can see over 80 types of wildlife, including bobcats, eagles and snakes, and can even assist in releasing healed animals back into the wild.
1.6 Miles
86% 14 votes
Mini Golf 845 Pershing Ave, Pershing & Rt 53, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Featuring 36 holes available for play, Holes & Knolls Miniature Golf Course is a putt-putt facility providing fun and entertainment to those who visit. Other amenities at the facility include a full concessions menu, patio seating, and scenic views.
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50% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 483 Fairview Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by the city, Sunset Pool rests in southwest Glen Ellyn. This outdoor zero-depth pool features a beach-style entry that makes it easy for families with young children to enjoy.
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56% 45 votes
Movie Theaters 540 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The Glen Art Theatre is a movie theater that first opened in the early 1920s and also features special events such as 'Free Holiday Matinee Saturday'. The theater also serves snacks and beverages.
1.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skate Parks 707 Fairview Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
The Glen Ellyn Skate Park is a local skate park that provides a variety of different options to the skaters who visit. The park includes many different ramps and can be used by beginners and more advanced skaters alike.
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