- The list below includes 7 free or cheap things to do in or near Mattoon, Illinois, including 32 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Historic Districts and Bowling.
- From Douglas-Hart Nature Center to Lytle Park Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mattoon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Effingham.
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41.8 Miles
Committed to ministry, Shiloh Stables provides training in horseback riding for the purpose of encouraging and building self-esteem. Additionally, the organization sells horses and leases its facilities and services for birthday parties and group outings.
41.9 Miles
Morrissey Park is 20 acres and includes a soccer field, tennis courts, a playground, picnic tables and benches and a trail for running and biking. The park also features artistic sculptures and a floral display.
42.8 Miles
Centennial Park Champaign offers numerous areas for sports, including tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer and swimming. There are numerous walking paths, a playground, picnic areas, outdoor grills, and a hill for sledding in the winter months. Food and drink are available at seasonal concession stands.
42.9 Miles
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28 votes
1800 S. First Street, Champaign, IL 61820
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Also named State Farm Centre, the University of Illinois Assembly Hall has been the guest of many types of shows since 1961. From Broadways shows to family shows, with superstars like U2 and Frank Sinatra, this arena can accommodate more than 16,000 spectators.
42.9 Miles
Open seasonally, Prairie Farm gives visitors a chance to experience a replica of a turn of the century working farm, complete with animals for kids to see and pet. The farm also has walking paths and gardens.
43.0 Miles
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1800 South Lincoln Avenue, Urbana, IL
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University of Illinois Arboretum is a collection of flora that helps teaching and research. Enthralling artistry of the Welcome Garden, Japan Home and the other gardens serve as major attractions.
43.2 Miles
Jogging, walking the dog, playing garden sports, going for a picnic, these are just a couple of things that can be done in Hesse Park's 26,9 acres.
43.3 Miles
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201 E Peabody Drive, Champaign, IL 61820
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Located within a modern 340,000 square-foot facility, the Activities & Recreation Center - ARC provides a number of recreational amenities and facilities available for visitors. These amenities include a 35-foot climbing wall, four gymnasiums, two 50-meter pools, and numerous others.
43.4 Miles
The Krannert Art Museum is opened for anybody who wishes to enjoy exhibitions covering a wide variety of art schools from all over the globe and from any different periods of time – some archeological findings are a couple of thousands years old.
43.5 Miles
Featuring beautiful landscaping, Crestview Park offers many amenities including a playground, picnic pavilion and shelter with grills. Park guests can also enjoy open fields and a picturesque garden dedicated to the Urbana Rotary Club's sister organization in Japan.