- The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Restaurants, Art Gallery, History Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Essex Library Association to Canfield woods, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Middletown.
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Hartford's Elizabeth Park is a free park with luxurious formal gardens maintained by volunteers. Parking is also free. Elizabeth Park is open to leashed dogs, and owners must clean up after pets.
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All Star Bowling is a bowling alley and arcade. Attractions include bowling, arcade games, pool tables, and an in house restaurant. The bowling alley also hosts multiple bowling leagues aimed at different ages, genders, and skill levels.
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Located in Long Island, Crooked Lake Brewery's tap room provides a fun and exciting ambiance. Along with televisions for enjoying sports with friends, they offer a special that allows the sampling of a host of beers.
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Dedicated to fostering love for and appreciation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, the Long Island Science Center features a variety of interactive exhibits and activities for kids. The center also hosts summer camps.
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Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, 18 Peconic Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901
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Taking place along the river near the Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, the Riverhead Blues Festival is a day of live musical entertainment from new and old groups all over the country.
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501 Evergreen Way, Suite 503, South Windsor, CT 6074
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Walk and enjoy the shops, dining, and sights about The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk. With parking available nearby, there are seasonal events open to the public, such as cooking classes, for kids and adults.
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At AMF Milford Lanes, guests can enjoy both its traditional bowling and special midnight bowling experiences. The location also hosts birthday parties and bowling leagues for those who wish to play on a regular basis.
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The oldest theater in downstate New York, the Vail-Leavitt was established in 1881. The theater, which once screened early films by Thomas Edison, now hosts a variety of events, and is available for rent.
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Milton L Burns Park is a county park that features wood carvings, benches, a bandshell, and tables for checkers and chess. There is also an area for paddle boat running.
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A children's entertainment center, Safari Adventure has a four level playground and an interactive trading post where prizes can be redeemed. It includes over 30 arcade games, bounce houses, climbing nets and skill games.