Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lincoln, IL

  • The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near Lincoln, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Aviation Museums.
  • From Lincoln Park District to Kickapoo Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lincoln and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield.
  • The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near Lincoln, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Aviation Museums.
  • From Lincoln Park District to Kickapoo Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lincoln and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield.
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30.5 Miles
93% 29 votes
Specialty Shops 103 North Robinson Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The Beer Nuts tour will take the visitors on a tour of the factory and for the sampling of the 37 nuts specialties. The store sells clothing, sport gear, collectibles, and toys.
30.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 3000 Ct Street, Pekin, IL 61554 MoreLess Info
Originally opened in 1965, Sunset Lanes features 36 lanes of bowling with food options and a full service bar. The bowling alley also has a laser tag arena, arcade redemption games and pool tables.
30.7 Miles
95% 128 votes
Historic Homes 1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
The David Davis Mansion State Historic Site has at its center the mansion of David Davis, Lincoln's mentor and campaign manager.
30.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails S. Franklin Street, Decatur, IL MoreLess Info
Sand Creek Conservation Area has more than 7.5 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, spread across forest, prairie and floodplain. A historic road runs through the trail, as well as creeks which must be forded.
30.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 1000 Monroe Drive, Bloomington, IL 61701 MoreLess Info
Built in 1872, the David Davis Mansion is a large Victoria home and garden which has been preserved with a collection of original artifacts. Tours of the house along with its adjoining gardens are conducted throughout the week.
31.0 Miles
100% 7 votes
Comedy Clubs 625 E. St. Joseph Street, Springfield, IL 62703 MoreLess Info
As a family owned comedy club, Donnie B's Comedy Club offers visitors live stand up comedy from local comedians. The club also has an open mic night where visitors can attend and participate.
31.2 Miles
94% 33 votes
Farms & Ranches 1238 Ropp Road, Normal, Bloomingto, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Rader Family Farms is open to the general public in its fall season with attractions like a pumpkin patch, corn maze, weekend tram rides through the fields, and a straw bale castle. The farm also has an on-site café and gift shop that is open throughout most of the year.
31.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Gregory St & Parkside Road, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
Maxwell Park is 125 acres and features a large and popular dog park. Other amenities include a softball complex, playground, disc golf course, horseshoe court, basketball court, tennis courts, picnic shelters and nature trails.
31.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1301 Ballyshannon Drive, Bloomington, IL 61704 MoreLess Info
Bloomington's Gaelic Park features an array of amenities, including soccer and football fields, basketball courts, and a playground for kids with a variety of equipment. The park also features a scenic lake and stream with a bridge spanning it.
31.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 611 S Linden Street, Normal, IL 61761 MoreLess Info
The Normal Town of Parks & Recreation Dept is a non-profit organization that oversees the Anderson Aquatic Center and Champion Fields. The department also is in charge of managing the Connie Link Amphitheater.
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