Free & Cheap Things to Do in Batavia, IL

  • The list below includes 433 free or cheap things to do in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Red Oak Nature Center to Batavia Bark Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Batavia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Aurora and Naperville.
  • The list below includes 433 free or cheap things to do in or near Batavia, Illinois, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Red Oak Nature Center to Batavia Bark Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Batavia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chicago, Lombard, Aurora and Naperville.
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45.5 Miles
65% 20 votes
Haunted Tours 626 177th Street, Hammond, IN 46324 MoreLess Info
A horror-themed amusement attraction, Reapers Realm features three different areas: The Reaper's Woods, The Reaper's Mansion, and The Carnevil. The attraction also features a dark zone that visitors must navigate with flashlights.
45.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 1758 Ottawa Avenue, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
A traditional bowling center, Pinheadz Entertainment Center offers open and league bowling along with a full service sports bar and grill. The center also provides volleyball courts, party hosting, live music and video gaming.
45.6 Miles
90% 106 votes
History Museums 6799 Guilford Rd, Rockford, IL 61107 MoreLess Info
Step back into life at the turn of the 20th century with a visit to Midway Village & Museum Center. The village features 24 buildings, several museums and special events are held throughout the year.
45.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
National & State Parks 1578 4 H Road, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
The Lasalle County 4-H Fair Grounds are host to the annual 4-H Fair, which includes a variety of competitions and displays for 4-H Club members. Aside from livestock displays, there are photography and sewing exhibits.
46.2 Miles
93% 55 votes
Visitor Centers RR #1, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
The Illinois Waterway Visitor Center features a museum dedicated to the history of the state's waterway, featuring hands-on exhibits for the children also. Bald eagles can be observed from here.
46.5 Miles
93% 27 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 4503 Interstate Blvd, Loves Park, IL MoreLess Info
Built in 2006, the Rockford Riverhawks Baseball stadium can welcome up to 4,000 people. Among the amenities, in here there are eateries, a Party Porch, and a children's area.
46.5 Miles
82% 143 votes
Breweries 9750 Indiana Pkwy, Munster, IN 46321 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1996, Three Floyds Brewing Co now produces 8 beer specialties, plus numerous seasonal others. It has its own pub and organizes special events all around the year.
46.8 Miles
99% 73 votes
Parks 9710 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN 46321 MoreLess Info
Covering 6.5 acres, the Community Veterans Memorial depicts the major conflicts which shaped the 20th century with sculptures and life-size monuments. From WWI to the Desert Storm, the memorial is dedicated to all war veterans.
46.8 Miles
81% 48 votes
Parks 900 N. Centennial Drive, Munster, IN 46321 MoreLess Info
Centennial Park features playground equipment for children to enjoy during their visit. Additionally, the site also features spacious fields, banquet halls, a flower garden, a fishing pond, a bike park, and restrooms.
46.9 Miles
67% 18 votes
Bowling 4007 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108 MoreLess Info
Don Carter Lanes is a nice place for bowling enthusiasts. They have a variety of leagues to choose from - adapted for different ages, as well as a nice bar and an arcade.