Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wilmette, IL

  • The list below includes 549 free or cheap things to do in or near Wilmette, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Skating Rinks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Gillson Park to Roemer Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wilmette and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 549 free or cheap things to do in or near Wilmette, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Skating Rinks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Gillson Park to Roemer Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wilmette and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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32.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
Bowling 16050 Centennial Cir, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
An adult favorite, Centennial Lanes mixes bowling with other adult fun. The bowling center is equipped with a full sized lounge bar, billiards, karaoke, and a black light bowling event.
32.9 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
A variety of recreational activities are available at Centennial Park, including horseshoe areas, sand volleyball courts, baseball fields and more. Guests can even bring a four-legged friend to The Dogout dog park.
32.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 1221 W Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 12 auditoriums, Regal Bolingbrook Stadium 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater provides reclining chairs, a game room, reserved seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
32.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Comedy Clubs 15917 S Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Formerly known as Outriggers Comedy Room, Whats Funny Live is a comedy club that books nationally known talent as well as local and regional performers. The club hosts private parties, as well.
33.0 Miles
92% 51 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie, WI MoreLess Info
At the Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, people can take exercise classes, swim, play in an indoor waterpark, play on the two NHL regulation ice arenas, and shoot archery, and use the daycare. People can also play many types of ball including basketball, baseball, football, racquetball, pickleball, soccer, softball.
33.0 Miles
70% 60 votes
Children's Play Area 864 S Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Ball Factory Indoor Play & Cafe has open play for children in their tot area, huge play structure, foam ball area and driving room. The cafe has snacks and also has free wi-fi and coffee for adults.
33.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 336 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, IL 60567 MoreLess Info
A large selection of recreational amenities and facilities is what makes Knoch Knolls Park a popular location among local nature enthusiasts. Visitors have access to an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic areas, and nearly five miles of walking trails.
33.0 Miles
- 6 votes
Bowling 8601 W 159th Street, Orland Park, IL 60462 MoreLess Info
Birthday parties, open play, and learn-to-bowl classes are among the many reasons that bring individuals to Orland Bowl, a public bowling alley. The alley also offers an attached pro shop as well as a pub with food.
33.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 416 Sibley Street, Hammond, IN 46320 MoreLess Info
Located in downtown Hammond, Paul Henry's Art Gallery is in a building that was once a hardware store. The gallery itself hosts a variety of art by local artists, and has live music on weekends.
33.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 6241 James Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Currently in two segments, the Tinley Hiking Trail spans over 20 miles along several different forested areas and creeks. The trail is paved in asphalt to make it an easy trip to walk, jog, or bike.
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