Free & Cheap Things to Do in Elmhurst, IL

  • The list below includes 704 free or cheap things to do in or near Elmhurst, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Wilder Park to Berens Park Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elmhurst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 704 free or cheap things to do in or near Elmhurst, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bike Paths, Family Fun Center and Playgrounds.
  • From Wilder Park to Berens Park Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Elmhurst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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43.2 Miles
80% 82 votes
Music Venue 8001 Delaware Place, Merrillville, IN 46410 MoreLess Info
A live music venue, the Star Plaza Theatre can welcome 3,400 people on its two levels. It was first opened in 1979.
43.2 Miles
100% 13 votes
Pubs 800 E. 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410 MoreLess Info
As the name promises, T.J. Maloney's Authentic Irish Pub offers an authentic pub experience. The pub offers a variety of beers on tap as well as popular Irish pub food specialties.
43.4 Miles
92% 51 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie, WI MoreLess Info
At the Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, people can take exercise classes, swim, play in an indoor waterpark, play on the two NHL regulation ice arenas, and shoot archery, and use the daycare. People can also play many types of ball including basketball, baseball, football, racquetball, pickleball, soccer, softball.
43.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Beaches Riverwalk Drive, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
With access to a beach and fishing pier, Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk is a popular location for activities and scenic views. It includes a 3,500 square foot public pavilion with restrooms, a snack bar and a meeting room.
43.8 Miles
58% 26 votes
Children's Play Area 1923 Westfield-Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN 46410 MoreLess Info
Bouncers, slides, wacky worlds, and all sorts of other inflatable obstacles are found at Funflatables. There is also a small children's area in here.
43.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Camping Site 2050 Deep Cut Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
During the summer, Camp Lakota runs a campground for families to set up tent in. The staff provides outdoor meals and the grounds include an archery course, climbing wall, and pool. Boy scouts can use the facilities year round.
44.1 Miles
- 1 votes
Marinas 1200 Marina Way, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Portage Public Marina provides access to Lake Michigan via the Burns Portage Waterway. The marina features fishing from the pier and is also a boat launching site for Lake Michigan.
44.3 Miles
22% 9 votes
Movie Theaters 2590 Southlake Mall Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410 MoreLess Info
Offering RealD 3D technology, AMC Showplace Hobart 12 shows the latest indie and blockbuster films in its auditoriums. Its concession stand offers standard movie snacks like popcorn, in addition to chicken tenders and fruit flavored sodas.
44.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 5201 US Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Designed for the whole family, Camelot Bowling Centers Inc. features 48 lanes and leagues for every age and gender. The center also features a multi-use indoor sportsplex for hockey, softball, soccer and roller derby.
44.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 5201 US Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368 MoreLess Info
Hosting bowling leagues and tournaments, Camelot Bowling Center offers recreational bowling to the public. In addition to the lounge, the bowling alley has a snack shop where visitors can purchase appetizers, pizza, and dessert.