Free & Cheap Things to Do in Evanston, IL

  • The list below includes 528 free or cheap things to do in or near Evanston, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Music Venue, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Northwestern University to Dawes Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Evanston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
  • The list below includes 528 free or cheap things to do in or near Evanston, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Music Venue, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Northwestern University to Dawes Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Evanston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Lombard.
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23.4 Miles
79% 38 votes
Mini Golf 1325 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60194 MoreLess Info
Featuring 36 holes of mini golf, Congo River Miniature Golf offers two African-themed courses with mountains, bridges and waterfalls. The facility also provides arcade games, an air hockey table, event hosting and picnic tables.
23.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks S. Northwest Hwy & E Hillside Avenue, Barrington, IL 60010 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore a 330 acre nature preserve that features a significant heron rookery at Baker's Lake Nature Preserve. The preserve features a variety of unpaved trails for viewing the diverse wildlife that also includes egrets, geese, and coyotes.
23.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding 31668 N River Road, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
The Palladia Farm is a full-service equestrian facility that offers equestrian boarding, training, showing, and riding lessons. The company has a summer riding camp and a school of horse riding.
23.5 Miles
53% 17 votes
Bowling 4700 W 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Arena Lanes is a bowling alley consisting of 32 lanes of bowling. Additionally, other amenities at the bowling alley include food and beverages, a full bar, and a pro shop.
23.5 Miles
60% 5 votes
Recreation Centers 49 Diecke Drive, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 MoreLess Info
A family oriented health, fitness, and recreation facility, the BR Ryall YMCA of Northwestern DuPage County features a variety of amenities. The facility has weight and cardio exercise equipment, courts for various indoor sports, and classes and clinics on offer.
23.5 Miles
- 2 votes
Soccer Field 1860 W Winchester Rd, Ste 204, Libertyville, IL 60048 MoreLess Info
Organizing recreational leagues for the community, Glsa Libertyville has a variety of soccer programs for both adults and children. Each season, the association runs a clinic that helps visitors improve their soccer skills.
23.6 Miles
Arcades Finley Square Shopping Center, 1524 Butterfield Rd, Ste C, Downers Grove, IL 60515 MoreLess Info
A family entertainment center, Laser Quest-Downers Grove features a two-level laser tag arena with fog, music and lighting effects. The center offers a room for private events, day camps and a concession area with pizza and drinks.
23.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 2616 Washington, Waukegan, IL 60085 MoreLess Info
Popular with all ages, Bertrand Bowling Lanes Incorporated is a fun place for friends and family to gather. Along with offering bowling leagues, it also provides for open bowling, video gaming, pool tables and concessions.
23.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 1401 N Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 MoreLess Info
The Mundelein Park District Maintenance Facilities are essential to the operation of the Mundelein Parks and Recreation Department. They are used to maintain all of the city's public amusement and recreation facilities.
23.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 540 Gundersen Drive, Carol Stream, IL 60188 MoreLess Info
Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and hockey leagues are among the many services provided by the Carol Stream Ice Rink. The rink also contains a pro shop that offers a large selection of services for skaters.
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