Free & Cheap Things to Do in Fairfax, VA

  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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20.5 Miles
17% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 7210 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD 20743 MoreLess Info
An outdoor family pool with play features and two water slides is offered at the Allentown Fitness & Splash Park. Year round features of the complex include a 25 yard lap pool, hot tub, game room, and fitness room with cardio machines.
20.6 Miles
96% 191 votes
Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD MoreLess Info
Brookside Gardens is a public facility which contains a variety of other specialty gardens, conservatories, a Japanese teahouse, a nature center and more.
20.7 Miles
50% 10 votes
National & State Parks 506 S Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
As a community recreations center, Bohrer Park At Summit Hall Farm offers a miniature golf course, swimming pool, and fitness center for visitors to enjoy. The center has a waterpark with a three-story slide, shallow pool, and water playground.
20.8 Miles
89% 19 votes
Mini Golf 510 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
Gaithersburg Miniature Golf is a 18 hole miniature golf course in Bohrer Park. The course is lined with many waterfalls, streams, and ponds -- and is within walking distance of a water park.
20.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 10775 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735 MoreLess Info
Horse enthusiasts can enjoy a day at the Piscataway Riding Stables. The stables offer trail rides by the hour, riding lessons and pony rentals throughout their 250 acres of beautiful horse property. 
20.9 Miles
100% 50 votes
Gardens 1400 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 MoreLess Info
A part of the Brookside Gardens, the Brookside Nature Center is home to a range of interpretive wildlife exhibits and plant gardens which help visitors understand the local ecosystem better.
20.9 Miles
82% 11 votes
Mini Golf 514 S Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
Located in a park setting, Gaithersburg Miniature Golf At Bohrer Park features an 18-hole miniature golf course with waterfalls, streams and ponds. It has changing hole locations and can be used for private parties.
20.9 Miles
38% 8 votes
Laser Tag 624 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1999, Shadowland is a laser tag facility offering a number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. In addition to laser tag, the facility also contains a game arcade as well as banquet halls available.
21.0 Miles
91% 92 votes
Lake 15700 Needwood Lake Circle, Rockville, MD 20855 MoreLess Info
Lake Needwood in Needwood Lake Circle is a great spot to relax and unwind. They have picnic sheds and barbecue grills for cookouts. Boating, fishing, ziplining, walking, hiking and jogging are just some of the activities you can do here.
21.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Cooking Classes 23130 Briar Patch Lane, Middleburg, VA 20117 MoreLess Info
Situated on 47 acres, Cooking Class Weekend at Briar Patch Bed & Breakfast Inn teaches visitors how to prepare gourmet meals with the inn's chefs. The class includes a tasting of several wines from regional wineries.
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