Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbia, MD

  • The list below includes 413 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Lake, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Centennial Park to Lake Kittamaqundi, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 413 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Lake, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Centennial Park to Lake Kittamaqundi, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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40.8 Miles
100% 11 votes
Libraries 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
The Thurmont Regional Library offers a wide variety of materials and programs along with wifi and computers. The library features unique architecture that is a reflection of the nearby historical Catoctin Furnace.
40.9 Miles
The senior statesman and author of Virginia's Declaration of Rights George Mason called Gunston Hall Plantation his home. The site has been preserved and restored with authentic artifacts that detail his life and times at the plantation.
40.9 Miles
84% 58 votes
Arts Centers 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
The visual and performance arts are combined within the Workhouse Arts Center to encourage innovative collaboration. Education is the central goal of the site, and courses for both children and adults are held throughout the year.
40.9 Miles
91% 69 votes
Historic Sites 3725 Doctor Samuel Mudd Road, Waldorf, MD MoreLess Info
The Dr. Samuel Mudd House & Museum is the original home of the physician who set the leg of John Wilkes Booth. This historic landmark still contains many authentic pieces of furniture and decor as well as a gift shop.
40.9 Miles
100% 9 votes
Comedy Clubs 9601 Ox Rd, Workhouse Theater, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Featuring a group of local comedians, Cool Cow Comedy LLC performs at a variety of entertainment venues all across Virginia. The performances consist of stand up comedy and humorous skits.
41.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 14416 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge, VA 22191 MoreLess Info
Located on the Potomac River, the Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge is a facility dedicated to preserving and protecting the natural ecosystem and biodiversity. The refuge is a safe home to the endangered bald eagle.
41.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Located along the Occoquan River, Occoquan Regional Park provides access for fishing and boating as well as trails along the river and in wooded areas. The park's 400 acres includes open green space, sports facilities and picnic areas.
41.2 Miles
94% 18 votes
Factory Tours 507 Baltimore Street, Hanover, PA 17331 MoreLess Info
Revonah Pretzel is a pretzel shop that offers both hard and soft pretzels with all natural, minimalist ingredients. The shop also offers tours of the facility, guided by the owner.
41.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Race Tracks 100 Speedway Ln, Hanover, PA 17331 MoreLess Info
A spring car, stock car, and classic car race track, Trail-Way Speedway has been hosting auto races for more than four decades. The track is a semi-banked oval, and is located in the middle of a working farm.
41.5 Miles
79% 14 votes
Farms & Ranches 13841B Pryor Rd, Thurmont, MD MoreLess Info
A family farm for generations, Pryor's Orchard prides itself on traditional and ethical farming practices. In a market located in a modified barn, they sell cherries, peaches, blueberries, apples, and a variety of other fruits.
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