- The list below includes 21 free or cheap things to do in or near Grand Island, Nebraska, including 26 different types of inexpensive activities like Horse Races, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Bowling.
- From Platte River to Crane Meadows Nature Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Grand Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hastings.
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A bar and grill, Miscues Pool Hall offers lunch and dinner service with take out and delivery available. It also features pool tables with tournaments on site, dart boards and ping pong tables.
32.9 Miles
The Audubon Rowe Sanctuary is a conservation area based in the Platte Valley ecosystem, known for its sandhill crane populations. The site also houses the Ian Nicolson Audubon Center, an outdoor experience-based education centre and the 2nd largest straw bale-constructed building in the United States.
36.6 Miles
Kearney Raceway Park is a 1/4 mile NHRA dragstrip that uses a disused runway on the east side of the municipal airport. This strip is likely a WWII-vintage reserve airstrip.
39.4 Miles
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5520 South Lincoln Avenue, York, NE 68467
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The Wessels Living History Farm is a 145 acre historical site dedicated to educating the public on the history of farming in Nebraska. The farm features a variety of farming related exhibits and memorabilia, and hosts various special events.
40.4 Miles
Visitors to the Classic Car Collection see 180 vehicles in 50,000 square feet. Some of the vehicles on display include a 1916 Saxon Touring, 1916 Saxon Replica, and a 1917 Buick Touring.
41.1 Miles
The Nebraska Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Kearney, Nebraska is designed to educate the public about the science of firefighting as well as provide information about fire safety and prevention. The site memorializes the work of fallen firefighters.
41.2 Miles
Kearney's Hilltop 4 Theatres is a four-cinema multiplex that shows current Hollywood movies. The theater offers discounts and combo specials, and serves a variety of refreshments, including pocorn, soda, and candy.
41.4 Miles
Encouraging education through interactive play, the Kearney Children's Museum makes an ideal venue for school and group field trips. Fun areas include a theater, music room, sports zone and science center.
41.7 Miles
The University of Nebraska at Kearney maintains the Museum of Nebraska Art, and important institution of Nebraskan history. The museum is very active in the community and holds classes for children and adults.
41.8 Miles
Located in Kearney, Nebraska, the World Theatre features live entertainment and movies throughout the year. Movies which have been shown include ELF, Love Actually and The Shop Around the Corner.