Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oak Park, IL

  • The list below includes 601 free or cheap things to do in or near Oak Park, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Historic Homes, Movie Theaters and Bars.
  • From Oak Park Public Library to Oak Park Conservatory, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oak Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Evanston and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 601 free or cheap things to do in or near Oak Park, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Historic Homes, Movie Theaters and Bars.
  • From Oak Park Public Library to Oak Park Conservatory, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oak Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Evanston and Lombard.
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17.2 Miles
92% 26 votes
Parks 616 Delles Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
Illinois Prairie Path is a multi-use nature trail for non-motorized public use and spans approximately 61 miles. It was the first U.S. rail-to-trail conversion and is surfaced primarily with crushed limestone surface, which is easy on feet and bike tires.
17.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Castles 1040 S Milwaukee Ave, Ste 275, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Fairy Castle is a live entertainment venue and performance company that specializes in character entertainment for kids' events. The group offers birthday parties, princess parties, and costumed entertainment for all sorts of special events.
17.3 Miles
93% 236 votes
Malls 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Woodfield Mall will have the opportunity to shop at a variety of locations, including Zales Jewelers, Brookstone, and Chico's. The location also features a variety of dining locations for guests seeking refreshments.
17.3 Miles
91% 23 votes
Dog Park Greene Rd & Hobson Road, Naperville, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
A 16-acre, off-leash canine recreation facility, Green Valley Forest Preserve Dog Park features fenced grassy fields with a separate 1.5-acre small dog area. The park provides picnic tables, shaded areas, walking trails and dog waste bags.
17.3 Miles
13% 15 votes
Bowling 2031 N Gary Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
A 36-lane bowling center, Wheaton Bowl offers open and league with automatic scoring and overhead monitors. The center provides a pro shop, a bar with adult beverages, arcade games and a snack bar with food and drinks.
17.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 616 Delles Road, Wheaton, IL 60189 MoreLess Info
At Rathje Park, visitors can play sports on one of its fields, bring their children to the playground, or go fishing in the pond. During the winter season, the pond freezes over so visitors can ice skate on it.
17.4 Miles
63% 63 votes
Music Venue 1227 North Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 MoreLess Info
Also known by the anagram H.O.M.E., the House of Music & Entertainment is a live music venue that hosts a variety of nationally touring and local artists. The venue serves food and drink, and hosts private parties.
17.4 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 500 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL 60188 MoreLess Info
A village in DuPage County, Illinois, The Village of Carol Stream has a population of around 40,000 people. The village features public parks and playgrounds, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops.
17.5 Miles
47% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 10000 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
Offering first-run films, AMC Loews Woodridge 18 features 18 auditoriums with digital projection and stadium seating. The theater provides arcade game machines, private event hosting and a concession area serving food and beverages.
17.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Forests 13800 S Harlem Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
The Chicago Forest Preserve is a collection of nature trails spanning over 200 miles in total. Visitors to the trails commonly enjoy walking, biking, or jogging and enjoying the natural scenery around them.
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