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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32.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 16798 Parliament Ave, Between 7220-7800 W 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60483 MoreLess Info
At 55 acres, Centennial Park is the largest park in the Tinley Park district. The 12 acre lake is stocked with fish every spring to keep visitors coming to the fishing piers and never leaving empty handed.
32.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Skating Rinks 10700 160th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467 MoreLess Info
Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and hockey leagues are among the services provided by the Arctic Ice Arena, a local ice skating rink. The arena also contains a pro shop as well as a restaurant/bar/grill.
32.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Laser Tag 941 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 5,000 square-foot multi-level arena, Lazer Maxx is a laser tag facility offering laser tag and other attractions for guests to enjoy. A large video game arcade, hurricane simulator, and prize redemption are among the other amenities available.
32.4 Miles
95% 55 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 34W002 Cherry Lane, Geneva, IL MoreLess Info
Home of the Kane County Cougars, the Fifth Third Bank Ballpark in Geneva, Illinois plays host to Minor League Play. Class A game acitivity is regularly featured at the site.
32.4 Miles
62% 13 votes
Skating Rinks 1303 Naperville Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
A roller skating facility catering to traditional as well as in-line skaters, USA Skate Center is open year-round. The rink also caters to private groups, birthday parties, and offers skate rentals and lessons to all ages.
32.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Playgrounds 801 Circle Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102 MoreLess Info
Nearly 13 acres in a residential setting, Hill Climb Park provides recreational opportunities for everyone. The site holds two playgrounds, athletic fields, a basketball court, walking paths, a gazebo, seating areas and a picnic area.
32.5 Miles
68% 44 votes
Movie Theaters 16350 S La Grange Road, Orland Park, IL 60467 MoreLess Info
Digital projection and 3D showings are a few ways guests enjoy the current box office hits at Marcus Cinemas Orland Park. There's also an Ultra Screen, which is 70 feet wide and three stories tall.
32.5 Miles
89% 9 votes
Swimming Pool 200 Lindsey Ln, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 MoreLess Info
The Pelican Harbor Aquatic Park offers visitors the chance to play a game of beach volleyball or run around in a fun spray playground. Its indoor facilities include a lap pool, a zero-depth entry pool, and two water slides.
32.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mini Golf 16801 S 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477 MoreLess Info
Tinley Junction Mini Golf & Batting Cages features miniature golf with a model railroad running through the course, and batting cages with variable pitch speeds for both hardball and softball. They also have a concessions stand.
32.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Tennis 9101 S Rt 31, Algonquin, IL 60156 MoreLess Info
An indoor and outdoor tennis facility, the Crystal Lake Racket Club features nine indoor tennis courts, an indoor practice lane, clay and standard outdoor courts, a fully stocked pro shop, and lessons or players of all levels.
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