Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chicago, IL

  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 478 free or cheap things to do in or near Chicago, Illinois, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Neighborhoods, Observation Decks and Jazz/Blues Bars.
  • From Lake Michigan to Millennium Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chicago and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Oak Park, Evanston and Lombard.
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Players sip beer and snack while shooting pool on 13 Brunswick Metro tables framed by eight LCD TVs
20.2 Miles
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History Museums 101 S Maple Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
The Mt Prospect Historical Society Museum is a museum that chronicles the history of Mount Prospect. The museum is best known for the Dietrich Friedrichs House that was built in 1906.
20.3 Miles
40% 15 votes
Bowling 938 Warren Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
Family-oriented and affordable, Tivoli Bowling Lanes accommodates open bowling and league play along with special events throughout the year. Facilities include an underground lounge, snack bar, and meeting rooms for reserved functions.
20.3 Miles
100% 4 votes
Ice Skating 1730 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
As a sports complex, Northbrook Sports Center provides the community with a facility that supports a wide range of fitness activities like ice skating and swimming. The center has two NHL regulation sized hockey rinks and an outdoor pool.
20.4 Miles
Gallery's Choice is an art and gift gallery with an emphasis on hands-on art. The gallery offers a variety of artwork for sale and offer several year round art classes.
20.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
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Players U

Sports Facilities/Fields 412 E Business Ctr Drive, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
Players U is an athletic training facility that offers intensive training sessions for athletes in a number of different sports. The facility is staffed with sports professionals who offer expert guidance.
20.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 542 E. Rand, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
The Hill Street Park is a leisure park that has a playground, scenic trails, a shelter, and a walking path. The park also has a special team-building course that can be reserved for private parties.
20.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 4 S Pine Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
Moehling Park is a botanical area. The park has flowers, carved tree art and hand painted sculptures. There are also educational placards and a brick walkway.Moehling Park provides benches in the shade.
20.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1331 Shermer Rd, Shermer Rd & Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Opened in the 1940s, Village Green showcases 10 acres of walkways, green gardens, and playgrounds. Picnic areas are featured as well as a full baseball diamond, and views of local businesses and passing trains are available.
20.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 820 S Finley Road, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Four Seasons Park offers a wide range of recreational activities including baseball, softball, basketball and sand volleyball courts. There is also a large pond for fishing as well as playgrounds, picnic areas and walking paths.
20.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 1500 E Euclid Avenue, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 MoreLess Info
The River Trails Park District is a collection of 9 parks and recreational areas. Most of the parks offer green open fields and a playground. The park district includes the 51 acre Rob Roy Golf Course.
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