Free & Cheap Things to Do in El Cajon, CA

  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near El Cajon, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From The Water Conservation Garden to Wells Park Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Cajon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near El Cajon, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From The Water Conservation Garden to Wells Park Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Cajon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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Skate San Diego 165 Denny Way, El Cajon, CA MoreLess Info
Customers enjoy up to five hours of public skate time on a recently remodeled rink
2.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Military Museums 1905 N. Marshall Ave, Hangar 6, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Supported by volunteers, Air Group One - Commemorative Air Force Museum focuses on World War II and also includes exhibits featuring other wars. The museum offers artwork, photographs, uniforms, model aircraft, medals and patches.
5.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Go Karts 14039 Ridge Hill Road, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Car and racing enthusiasts may enjoy spending the day at Canyon Raceway, a go-kart park. Along with a slick track, the park provides only motor cars for racing. Consequently, the track requires some training and/or driving experience.
0.1 Miles
83% 12 votes
Art Museum 131 Rea Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Celebrating the life and work of the famed western artist Olaf Wieghorst, the Wieghorst Western Heritage Center features an extensive collection of paintings of cowboys, Native American Indians, and western American landscapes.
1.3 Miles
47% 85 votes
Bowling 1280 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
A 68-lane bowling center, Parkway Bowl offers open and league bowling along with a laser tag arena. The center provides automatic scoring and bumpers, food and drinks, billiard tables, arcade games, private event hosting and a full bar.
0.8 Miles
32% 85 votes
Movie Theaters 405 Parkway Plz, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with IMAX, Regal Parkway Plaza Stadium 18 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. It provides stadium seating, mobile and self-service ticketing, arcade games, a party room and concessions.
1.7 Miles
Skating Rinks 165 Denny Way, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Skate San Diego is a roller skating rink that offers open, public skating as well as roller hockey league play for both youth and adult players. The rink also hosts sprung hockey, and is home to the Tron Hosers team.
1.8 Miles
40% 30 votes
Dog Park 9550 Milden Street, La Mesa, CA 91944 MoreLess Info
Located within Harry Griffen Park, Canine Corners Dog Park is a fenced canine recreation facility with three separate dirt fields for dogs of different sizes. The park offers dog waste bags, drinking water, picnic tables, benches and trees.
1.8 Miles
25% 12 votes
Parks 9550 Milden Street, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
With 53 acres to explore, Harry Griffen Park offers visitors a wide range of amenities, from horseshoe pits, to picnic areas, to an off-leash dog park. The park has a 360-seat amphitheater that hosts an annual summer concert series.
1.9 Miles
40% 15 votes
Soccer Field 9586 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
La Mesa Indoor Soccer is a regulation sized indoor soccer arena that hosts a variety of leagues for both youth and adult players. The facility provides officials and scheduling, and offers refreshments.
2.2 Miles
56% 9 votes
Parks 6030 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Northmont Park is a 5.05-acre park that features picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms, a turf play area, and a volleyball court. The park also has a walking trail that is also used for biking.
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