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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Lighthearted class teaches students to complete a painting step by step, with all materials included
34.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 109 South Genesee, Waukegan, IL MoreLess Info
The Dandelion Gallery is home to a handful of artists who feature work in a variety of mediums and work to provide culture to the community. The gallery hosts many competitions and events throughout the year.
34.7 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 631 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Zone - Fountain Square is a bowling alley and arcade. The bowling alley features 32 lanes, 2 billiards tables, arcade games, a lounge, and a snack bar. Brunswick Zone is also venue to several bowling leagues.
34.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Races Crissey Avenue, Geneva, IL 60510 MoreLess Info
Fox River Trail Runners is a place where locals can organize, attend, train for, and support charity races such as 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, marathons, and a number of themed fun runs.
34.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds Plainfield, IL MoreLess Info
Located along a lake, Bruce Ponti Memorial Park features a large grassy area suitable for sports and other recreational activities. The park provides a children's playground, paved walking paths, trees, benches and sand volleyball courts.
34.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Arcades 2147 Belvidere Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Located among the Shops at Prudential Center, the Belvidere Arcade features a variety of contemporary and classic coin-operated video games dating back to the 1970s and 80s. Games offered include Centipede and Ms Pac-man.
34.8 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches 201 Seahorse Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
The 400-acre Waukegan Municipal Beach is a municipal beach that offers opportunities for fishing, competitive boat racing, kite boarding, kayaking, and swimming. The beach has a number of sand volleyball courts.
34.8 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks Illinois Route 31 & North Street, Geneva, IL 60134 MoreLess Info
Wheeler Park is a park featuring an 18-hole disc golf course. The course is known to be rather challenging due to the large number of trees that must be maneuvered around. The park also maintains a playground and picnic areas.
34.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Batting Cages 24316 W 143rd St # 102, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
A sporting equipment store, Eich's Sports & Indoor Batting Cages also offers baseball training facilities and a floor hockey league. The store also does custom embroidered sports uniforms and trophies.
34.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 39 E Madison Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Traveling Lake Michigan, Caliente Charters offers full-service fishing excursions aboard a spacious and luxurious boat with advanced technology. Each trip comes with an experienced crew, supplies and equipment to fish for salmon, trout or perch.
34.8 Miles
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History Museums 700 W Porter Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304 MoreLess Info
Located on Lake Michigan, the Westchester Township Historical Museum lends charm to the town of Chesterton. The stately brick home collects and preserves the areas historical documents and artifacts and is available for touring.
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