- The list below includes 89 free or cheap things to do in or near Dayton, Ohio, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Parks and Historic Sites.
- From Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum to Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dayton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Lebanon, Fairborn and Yellow Springs.
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Up to fifteen people cruise along the city using muscle-powered pedal vehicle, partying to their hearts’ content
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Crafting quality Ohio beers such as ale, IPA and hefeweizen, Yellow Springs Brewery prides itself on creating a sense of community through its product. The brewery offers tours, a merchandise shop and tasting room.
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The stewardship and education concerning the Glen Helen Nature Preserve is conducted by Antioch College. Over the 1,000-acre preserve there are 25 miles of trails for walking, hiking, jogging, and photography.
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Located on the 1,000 acre Glen Helen Nature Preserve, The Riding Centre is a therapeutic horseback riding and equestrian education facility. Day camps are available along with riding clinics and shows.
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The John Bryan State Park offers travelers the chance to go fishing, backpacking, hiking, and canoeing. Not only is this site suitable for disc golf, but the location also provides the chance to go ice skating and ice fishing during the winter months.
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6880 Springfield Xenia Road, Yellow Springs, OH
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Known for their ice cream, Young's Jersey Dairy Farm offers families a chance to feed and pet barnyard animals. The farm also has miniature golf, batting cages, and tractor rides.
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936 South Tecumseh Road, Springfield, OH 45506
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Within George Rogers Clark Park there are five miles of nature trails for hiking, picnic areas, and Hosterman Lake for fishing and non-motorized water sports. The bulk of the park is even covered by a 300-year-old beech and maple tree forest.
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Hosting public bowling, Eastern Bowling Lanes offers unlimited bowling sessions to visitors on the weekends. Visitors can choose from over 36 lanes and can even enable bumper bowling for children.
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2331 State Route 343, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Providing one of the most prominent examples of glacial canyon cutting in the reason, the Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve gives guests scenic views of waterfalls, rapids, and wildflowers. Hiking, walking, photography, and picnics are permitted in the park.
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Features of Smith Park include playground equipment, a baseball diamond, picnic shelters, a seven acre fishing pond, and skatepark. The 96-acre park also has a specialty walking trail designed for families with young children for learning and discovery.
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Danbarry Cinemas shows current movies on its large theater screens for patrons to enjoy. The theater has a concession booth in the lobby where patrons can purchase drinks, popcorn, and snacks.