Free & Cheap Things to Do in Costa Mesa, CA

  • The list below includes 675 free or cheap things to do in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Gardens.
  • From California Scenario to Fairview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Costa Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Cerritos and Lakewood.
  • The list below includes 675 free or cheap things to do in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Gardens.
  • From California Scenario to Fairview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Costa Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Cerritos and Lakewood.
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35.3 Miles
100% 18 votes
Hiking Trails Monrovia, CA MoreLess Info
With more than 40 miles of hiking land, the Big Santa Anita Canyon features many waterfalls and peaks that provide scenic views. Hikers often get to see packs of animals as well as large patches of wildflowers.
35.3 Miles
98% 43 votes
Parks Mission St & Park Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
Seven acres of improved recreational space make up Garfield Park. Features of this city park include two lighted tennis courts, several picnic areas, playground equipment, and groomed parkland with walking paths.
35.3 Miles
91% 11 votes
Cooking Classes 1009 1/2 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
A cooking school that offers a variety of classes from which students can choose, Urban Kitchen employs professional, experienced chefs. The facility offers private events and hosts parties and other gatherings.
35.3 Miles
92% 12 votes
Parks Mt Carmel Drive, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
Measuring 5.4 acres, Higginbotham Park & the Thompson Trail provide open grassy fields along with trees, a steam train playground and restroom facilities. The park can be used for picnics and the trail is suitable for walking and biking.
35.3 Miles
91% 45 votes
Scenic Railroads Glendora Mountain Road, Glendora, CA 91741 MoreLess Info
Leading visitors through a winding road, Glendora Mountain Road offers visitors a scenic view of the San Gabriel Mountains. The road is also open to cyclists at an intermediate to advanced level.
35.3 Miles
73% 139 votes
Movie Theaters 410 S Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
With LFX, digital 3DX, and regular screen options, guests at Krikorian Premiere Theatres Monrovia Cinema can choose their screening experience. The theater offers the most popular blockbusters and even select independent films.
35.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts Centers 845 W Colorado Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
Named for Louise K. Taylor, The Taylor Performing Arts Center is a not for profit arts and cultural events center whose mission is to offer art and culture to the local community. The center hosts plays, concerts, and other events.
35.4 Miles
79% 195 votes
Running/Jogging 835 Academy Road, Los Angeles, CA 90012 MoreLess Info
Elysian Park is a popular downtown park with more than 500 acres of beautiful green space and many hiking trails. It is a great place for picnic and other outdoor activities such as cycling, jogging etc. The park also offers some fantastic views of the city.
35.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Arts Centers 1506 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
Promoting cultural arts to the community, Space Arts Center offers visitors classes and workshops for painting, sculpting, and other mediums of art. The center also houses a gallery with rotating exhibits featuring contemporary fine art.
35.4 Miles
41% 46 votes
Dog Park 2nd Ave & Colorado Blvd, Arcadia, CA 91066 MoreLess Info
A part of the Eisenhower Community Park, Arcadia's Dog Park is a leash free dog park that spans 3/4 acre. The park offers separate fenced areas for small dogs and large dogs.
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