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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15.3 Miles
50% 70 votes
Movie Theaters 27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA MoreLess Info
The Edwards Kaleidoscope Theatre offers all of the latest film releases. In addition, the facility also offers a full-service concession stand, plush seating in all of the theaters and multiple high-definition movie screens.
15.3 Miles
74% 38 votes
Children's Play Area 27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 MoreLess Info
Jump 'n Jammin is an interactive playground featuring several multilevel play structures. These structures contain tubes, web crawls, slides, and climbing structures. Several games are also available, such as an obstacle course and interactive targets.
15.3 Miles
52% 31 votes
Bowling 25402 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
Saddleback Lanes is a bowling alley that also features a lounge, coffee shop, and pro shop. It's open 7 days a week, offering fun to children and adults of all ages, with specials regularly offered as well.
15.3 Miles
25% 142 votes
Movie Theaters 1001 S Lemon Street, Fullerton, CA 92832 MoreLess Info
A 20-screen movie theater, AMC Fullerton 20 displays first-run movies and features Cinema Suites auditoriums with reclining chairs and premium dining options. It also provides a full bar, stadium seating in select auditoriums and a snack bar.
15.4 Miles
90% 49 votes
Breweries 715 Dunn Way, Placentia, CA MoreLess Info
The Bruery strives to make a wide range of beers with unconventional ingredients using the purest and simplest of means. The tasting room allows guests to tour the brewery, meet the brewers and try out the products.
15.4 Miles
86% 14 votes
Recreation Centers 27341 Trabuco Circle, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 MoreLess Info
The Mission Viejo Family YMCA is a fitness and recreation center offering a number of amenities and facilities for its guests to enjoy. Basketball courts, exercise equipment, pools, and a soccer arena are among the many amenities available.
15.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Parks 701 S Lemon Street, Fullerton, CA 92832 MoreLess Info
As a local splash park, Lemon Park Spray Pool has a spray area with fountains for kids to play in. In addition to the water play area, the park has a picnic pavilion and playground equipment.
15.4 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks 27802 Springwood, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
Situated on 2.4 acres, Hidden Hills Park features a half basketball court and a large open grass field suitable for sports like soccer and football. The park provides two children's playgrounds, park benches, a paved path and picnic facilities.
15.5 Miles
95% 324 votes
Beaches Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA MoreLess Info
With seven miles of coastal bluffs, Salt Creek Beach is a prime spot for surfing. The beach sees over 2 million visitors every year who enjoy the unparalleled waves and body surfing opportunities.
15.6 Miles
63% 62 votes
Beaches 2100 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Spend a day in the sun with family and visit City Beach, in Long Beach. Frolic near the Dolphins that swim close to shore, enjoy the warm waters and gentle waves that are perfect for the little ones to enjoy, this is an ideal family beach.
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