Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wheeling, IL

  • The list below includes 637 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheeling, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Restaurants.
  • From Cole Taylor Friendship Park to Dam 1 Forest Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheeling and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 637 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheeling, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Restaurants.
  • From Cole Taylor Friendship Park to Dam 1 Forest Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheeling and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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10.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Other Entertainment 3 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL MoreLess Info
Started by violinist Edgar Muenzer and his wife, The Park Ridge Civic Orchestra hosted its opening night in 1994 at the Pickwick Theatre. The orchestra holds concerts at The Pickwick Theatre offering both classical and popular music.
10.3 Miles
93% 40 votes
History Museums 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077 MoreLess Info
Providing educational tours, Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center has a variety of artifacts for visitors to see, including letters and photographs. The museum has a Hall of Reflection with candles and the names of the victims.
10.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Children's Play Area 1000 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
An indoor playground managed by the Elk Grove Parks Department, Jumps n’ Jiggles has a tunnel maze, a number of play helicopters, a slide, and an array of imagination-engaging toys and activities.
10.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 901 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
Village of Elk Grove is a municipality located in northeastern Illinois adjacent to O'Hare International Airport and the city of Chicago. The village is located primarily in Cook County with a small portion in DuPage County.
10.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 111 S Washington Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Accepting visitors of all skill levels, Fencing Center of Chicago offers an assortment of classes that teach the sport of fencing. The center runs a summer camp led by Germany's Olympic head fencing coach.
10.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Botanical Gardens 413 N Cook Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
With 1.7 acres to explore, Cook Memorial Park & Rose Garden provides visitors with a scenic garden filled with flower beds and over 20 rose bushes. The park also features a playground and a memorial plaque that honors American veterans.
10.5 Miles
50% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 708 N Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
The Liberty Theater is a historic theater that provides entertainment in the form of movies. The theater was once the employer of a young Marlon Brando and has the goal of recreating the golden age of movie-going.
10.5 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 1685 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 MoreLess Info
Featuring a pond, Vogelei Park has a gazebo overlooking the water which can be used for fishing or viewing wildlife. The park is suitable for picnics and walking and has a playground, splash pad and rose garden.
10.6 Miles
Arcades 7411 Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714 MoreLess Info
Kiddie Kingdom is a kid-centric arcade with a restaurant offering numerous dishes from shrimp appetizers and Italian beef sandwiches to pasta and pizza. Players can collect game tickets for prizes. Party packages and catering are also available.
10.6 Miles
78% 23 votes
Pubs 105 S. Cook Street, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Featuring live music, McGonigal's Pub serves Irish drinks and meals while showing European sports on their TVs. The menu features traditional Irish food like corned beef, and American classics like burgers.
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