- The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Cornelius, North Carolina, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Comedy Clubs, Dog Park and Mini Golf.
 - From Visit Lake Norman to Jetton Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cornelius and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Concord, Charlotte, Huntersville and Mooresville.
 
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            The Arts Center of Catawba Valley is a versatile facility that hosts all manner of cultural events, including lectures, musical performances, plays, and exhibitions of various kinds of art work.        
    
    
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                1504 Carolina Place Dr, Ste 101, Fort Mill, SC 29708
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            Baxter's Bunch Playhouse offer a inflatable bounce areas and a variety of other activities including kids fitness classes and art lessons. The playhouse is inspired by the children's book series of the same name.        
    
    
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                310 N Center Street, Hickory, NC 
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            Harper House/ Hickory History Center is a house museum that interprets both Hickory history and Victorian life in the South during the 19th century. Current exhibits include Elegantly Crafted and an exhibit on the Catawba Springs Resort.        
    
    
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            Seasonally open, Downtown Hickory Farmers Market has over 50 vendors and three individual markets where visitors can shop, eat and enjoy live entertainment. Products there include produce, food, meat, cheeses, baked goods, honey and local crafts.        
    
    
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            Carolina Theatre has been serving moviegoers since its construction in 1934. It has been restored with modern technology and seating, and aims to provide affordable family outings with $3 tickets and low-priced concessions.        
    
    
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            Featuring a fountain, Springmaid Park is a small park environment with a grass field and trees surrounding the perimeter. Visitors can sit on the provided benches and enjoy a meal or the park setting.        
    
    
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            Part of the Stone Theatres movie theater chain, Sun Valley 14 is a cinema multiplex that shows primarily first-run Hollywood movies. The theater offers plush leather seats, and features discount matinees.        
    
    
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            Spend time with nature in all of its glory when you visit Anne Springs Close Greenway. This 2,100-acre preserve features miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, kayaking, mountain biking and the rejuvenation provided by greenery and fresh air.        
    
    
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            Walter Elisha Park offers a playground, walking paths and paved bicycle trails, and baseball/softball fields. A fitness course and public restrooms are also available, and several statues are located throughout the park.        
    
    
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                227 Main Street, Fort Mill, SC 29715
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            A music program for kids between the ages of 13 and 21, the Carolina Crown Drum & Bugle Corps is a traveling competitive drum corps that also plays local performances.