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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Participants get to learn Spring-themed cookie decorating techniques
29.5 Miles
57% 72 votes
Bowling 1515 W. Aurora Ave., Naperville, IL 60540 MoreLess Info
Brunswik Zone is fun for kids and adults alike. Laser tags, video games, billiards and, of course, bowling alleys are some of the things that make this place worth a visit.
29.5 Miles
67% 58 votes
Trampoline Parks 2244 Corporate Ln, Naperville, IL MoreLess Info
An entertainment center, Sky High Sports, Naperville Il features trampoline activities including open jumping, dodgeball, slam dunk basketball and aerobics. The center also offers a foam pit, party and event hosting, arcade games, pool tables and a snack bar.
29.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 1510 W Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy horseback riding lessons and training for all levels of experience at Palatine Stables. The offer lessons from beginner level to advanced hunter-jumping in addition to pony rides and pony parties.
29.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 200 Main Street, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
West Chicago City of Art Gallery offers a main showroom along with other smaller display rooms. They feature an array of works including handy works and paintings by local artists as well as photograph bookmarks.
29.5 Miles
- 1 votes
Art Gallery 200 Main Street, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
Featuring artwork in a wide range of mediums, Gallery 200 displays ceramics, watercolors, jewelry, and more from local artists. In addition to rotating exhibits, the gallery hosts group painting events and craft classes.
29.6 Miles
48% 50 votes
Restaurants 1401 Lake Street, Bartlett, IL MoreLess Info
Located in the northwest Chicago suburb of Bartlett, Villa Olivia features a banquet and dining hall, golf, winter sports and a ski cafe. Skiing and snowboarding are offered at the Bartlett Park District facility.
29.6 Miles
47% 15 votes
Movie Theaters 555 North Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 MoreLess Info
Featuring eight auditoriums, AMC Showplace Vernon Hills 8 is a movie theater that displays first-run feature films using digital projection. It offers facility rentals for private events as well as a concession area with food and drinks.
29.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 118 W. Bartlett Ave., #2, Bartlett, IL 60103 MoreLess Info
Arts in Bartlett Center for the Arts is an all volunteer organization that is situated in a 1,300-sqft art facility. The facility features art classes, art shows, and temporary art exhibits.
29.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks Bartlett, IL 60103 MoreLess Info
Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve is a large protected forest area that offers a variety of activities and opportunities for visitors. In addition to nature and wildlife viewing opportunities, the preserve hosts classes and programs throughout the year.
29.7 Miles
92% 24 votes
Historic Buildings 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
Gaylord Building Historic Site presents a fantastically accurate, descriptive history about the place, especially the canal, with artifacts and pictures. The Gaylord building also houses the best restaurant of the town. It's a lively and informative destination.
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