- The list below includes 33 free or cheap things to do in or near Eau Claire, Wisconsin, including 25 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Mountain Biking and Walking Trails.
- From Carson Park to Phoenix Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Eau Claire and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chippewa Falls and Menomonie.
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            Painters can choose from a canvas gallery selection or freehand their own in an open, judge- free studio        
    
    
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            With a dozen trails, Northwest Park Bike Trails is trail network spanning approximately 6 miles in total. These unmarked trails are for biking only and are situated in a hilly and wooded nature area.        
    
    
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            The Hobbs Ice Arena is a municipal ice center that features 2 full size ice sheets, a studio ice sheet, a fitness center, and meeting rooms. The rooms can be rented for private meetings and birthday parties.        
    
    
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            A movie theater multiplex in the Carmike chain, the Carmike Cinemas Oakwood Mall 12 features twelve auditoriums, and shows mostly first run Hollywood movies in digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees and other promotions.        
    
    
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            Wagner's East Lanes is a bowling alley with a full bar and restaurant on the premises. It offers open bowling with giant-sized projection televisions showing sporting events, as well as league play and tournaments.        
    
    
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            Micon Cinemas Eau Claire is a movie theater that provides discounted ticketing options to senior citizens and children under the age of 11. The theater also shows movies in RealD 3D and offers concessions.        
    
    
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            Located within the Oakwood Mall, Carmike Cinema plays the newest movie releases in their theaters. They occasionally feature Bollywood films. They have over 30 minutes of previews before playing their movies.        
    
    
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            Chippewa River Trail is a well-maintained starting point for many walkers, runners, and cyclists. The trail winds along the river with farmland views, giving a perfect mix of city and country atmosphere. Scenic landscapes keep visitors pressing on for miles.        
    
    
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            The Cook Rutledge Mansion is an 1887 restored lumber baron's home complete with original furnishings. Visitors can take of guided tour of the mansion. The building is also available to rent for private events.        
    
    
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            Visitors can enjoy an 8 screen movie theater with stadium seating and high quality sound and projection equipment at Micon Cinemas. The theater has facilities available for parties and other special events.        
    
    
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            Promoting performing arts and culture in the community, Heyde Center For the Arts is a small theater run by local volunteers. Visitors can see plays, school performances, musicals, and more at this theater.