- The list below includes 892 free or cheap things to do in or near Glendale, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Arcades and Family Fun Center.
- From Forest Lawn Memorial Park to Deukmejian Wilderness Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glendale and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Cerritos.
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From the merchant: Kizomba is an African dance characterized by close partner connection and smooth, grounded movement.
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The Forest Lawn Memorial Park is a famous cemetery that has dozens of Hollywood exhibits and tributes. There is also an on site flower shop and museum that showcases work from many renowned artists.
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The Deukmejian Wilderness Park is a rugged 709-acre site that is home to chaparral, sage scrub and secluded woodlands that are home to various species of wildlife. The area is relatively undisturbed except for the designated picnic spots and walking paths.
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Situated in the Verdugo Mountains, Beaudry Loop Hike takes visitors to the peak of the mountains at 2,656 feet high. The summit provides panoramic views of the surrounding hills and city below.
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Spread across 31 acres, Brand Park is home to the Miss American Green Cross Statue. The park also offers hiking and biking trails, a basketball court, softball field, picnic areas, children's playground and seasonal wading pool.
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Situated on 14.5 acres, Montrose Community Park features two baseball fields along with basketball and tennis courts. The park also offers a children's playground and grassy areas with trees and picnic tables.
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A steep mountain trail, Brand Park Hiking Trail has benches at the halfway point and is dog-friendly, but offers no shade. The trail can be tackled via a 2 mile route or a less challenging 4.5 mile paved route.
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Spanning 36 acres, Verdugo Park offers a baseball field, basketball court, horseshoe court, a playground with sand boxes, and a skate park. Picnic areas and benches are spread throughout the park.
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Nibley Park is a small 2.4 acre neighborhood park featuring several shaded picnic areas. The park also offers a basketball court, two tennis courts, an open field, and a playground for children.
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Glenoaks Park is a 2.2 acre park offering several recreational amenities. Visitors will find a basketball court, playground, tennis courts, volleyball court, wading pool, and picnic areas. The park also maintains a clubhouse which is available for special events.
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Spanning a total of nearly three acres, Griffith Manor Park is a community park that offers a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a playground area, several picnic areas, and a basketball court, among others.