Free & Cheap Things to Do in Cheshire, CT

  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near Cheshire, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bowling, Playgrounds and History Museums.
  • From Bartlem Park to Lock 12 Historical Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cheshire and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near Cheshire, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bowling, Playgrounds and History Museums.
  • From Bartlem Park to Lock 12 Historical Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cheshire and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
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16.4 Miles
46% 13 votes
Parks New Haven, CT MoreLess Info
Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
16.4 Miles
90% 61 votes
Camping Site 1400 George's Hill Road, Southbury, CT MoreLess Info
Handicap accessibilities and a pet friendly park, there is something for everyone at the Kettletown State Park. Bathrooms, picnic areas, camping and hiking sites, and swimming and fishing sites with updates on water quality are popular attractions to the park.
16.4 Miles
31% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 325 E Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 MoreLess Info
Providing 12 auditoriums, Regal Cinemas displays first-run, feature films using digital projection with closed captioning and descriptive video devices. The theater has a cafe with food and drinks, a game room and stadium seating.
16.4 Miles
80% 5 votes
Dog Park 236 Roxbury Road, Southbury, CT 06488 MoreLess Info
Offering plenty of exercise options for both dogs and owners, Southbury Dog Park features 14 acres of both wooded and open play space. The park offers a separate section for smaller dogs and is open year-round.
16.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Cultural Centers 727 Campbell Ave, Ste 2, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
Organizing community activities, Turkish Cultural Center provides cultural classes for cooking, learning the language, and more. Visitors can go on coffee night trips, movie nights, and festivals hosted by the center.
16.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks Old Field Road, Southbury, CT 6488 MoreLess Info
Offering a little something for everyone, Ballantine Park features softball fields, tennis courts, basketball court, sand volleyball and a playground. This 25-acre park also features an adult pool and kiddie pool for swimming in the summer.
16.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 277 Elm Street, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
Located in a historic house that dates back to the early 18th century, the Ward-Heitmann House Museum features an array of exhibits that highlight the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. They host a variety of special events.
16.6 Miles
83% 84 votes
Specialty Museums 17 River St, East Haven, CT 6512 MoreLess Info
Nestled in East Haven, Connecticut, the Shore Line Trolley Museum offers a look back to the heydey of trolleys and streetcars. Patrons may purchase rides on a restored trolley or browse the museum.
16.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 799 Howe Avenue, Shelton, CT 6484 MoreLess Info
Riverview Park is a scenic facility with a playground, baseball fields, and basketball court. The park is also the site of a 1950 War Memorial building with markers of the names of Shelton soldiers lining the walkway.
16.7 Miles
90% 30 votes
Breweries 53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405 MoreLess Info
Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
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