- The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Alton, Illinois, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Haunted Tours, History Museums, Bowling and Arts Centers.
- From Great Rivers Scenic Route to Gordon Moore F Community Park the, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Edwardsville and St. Charles.
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            In operation since 1984, Funtown USA has loads of experience in family fun. The facility offers inline and traditional skating, public skate times, adult roller hockey leagues, and full service birthday parties, of course.        
    
    
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            A family run horse facility, Liberty Prairie Farms provides quality care for horses. Also for horse enthusiasts, the farm offers both horseback riding lessons and training in horse handling. Other services include saddle fitting, boarding and horse leasing.        
    
    
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                715 N Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025
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            Dedicated to preserving the region's history, Madison County Historical Museum has Native American and early pioneer artifacts on display. The museum is located in a former resident's historic home from the 1800s.        
    
    
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            Featuring boutique bowling lanes, Edison's Entertainment Complex offers a bowling alley, bar, buffet, arcade, laser tag, and more. There are large widescreen TVs that play sports games above the bowling lanes.        
    
    
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            The YMCA of Edwardsville is a charitable organization that serves the youths of the community of Edwardsville. The facility hosts a number of special events including St. Patrick's Day Skate'.        
    
    
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            Guests can host full service birthday parties at Stoppkotte's Super Skate. The facility consists of a classic wood skate floor, a game room, and a full snack bar as well as designated skate times for those who are just learning.        
    
    
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            Guests can see the newest releases at Granite City Cinema. The theater is a fun place to host a birthday party, take a date, or even organize a school or business trip for something entertaining to do.        
    
    
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                112 S. Kansas Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025
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            The Edwardsville Public Library is the home to traditional books, music, and movies, but also features an extensive digital collection of films and ebooks as well that can be checked out. Educational programs for children and adults are regularly offered.        
    
    
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            With 35 acres dedicated to paintball fields, Bing Field Paintball and Airsoft Park offers visitors courses in a variety of themes, ranging from World War II to pioneer cabins. The park also has a paintball field with inflatable obstacles.        
    
    
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            Maintained and operated by the City of Edwardsville, City Park is located near the center of town on just over two acres of land. The park features a bandstand, a fountain, and picnic areas.