Free & Cheap Things to Do in Great Lakes, IL

  • The list below includes 404 free or cheap things to do in or near Great Lakes, Illinois, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Military Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Great Lakes Naval Museum to Belvidere Arcade, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Great Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Waukegan.
  • The list below includes 404 free or cheap things to do in or near Great Lakes, Illinois, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Military Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Great Lakes Naval Museum to Belvidere Arcade, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Great Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Evanston, Kenosha and Waukegan.
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70% 10 votes
Landmarks 111 E Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL MoreLess Info
Home to over 20,000 residents, Woodstock, il is a town filled with attractions and locations to stop by when visiting. Those in the city commonly enjoy stopping by a local restaurant, shopping, or seeing one of the town's historic landmarks.
30.5 Miles
84% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 209 Main Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
Offering the latest in digital projection and sound, Woodstock Theater shows the most recent film releases. Concessions and special events such as classic and holiday films are also periodically scheduled at this venue.
30.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Historic Districts Main Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
With a Civil War statue in the center, Woodstock Square offers visitors stone walking paths lined with grass and gardens. The park is strewn with bronze plaques showing locations of the filming of Groundhog Day.
30.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue 221 Dean Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
A not for profit organization that brings live music to the Woodstock area, Off Square Music focuses on folk and bluegrass music, and hosts a variety of live performances and events.
30.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 227 W St Parkside Road, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
Lombard Spray Park is a small spray park (or splash pad) in an urban setting. The park offers picnic areas, vending machines, and public restrooms - and may interest those looking to cool off on a hot day.
30.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks Along Madison St. between Harlem Ave. & DesPlaines Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 MoreLess Info
Following along most of Madison Street, the Forest Park Holiday Walk allows participants to enjoy holiday displays and items. The creativity of local merchants are showcased through live window displays with plenty of holiday music being played along the event's pathway.
30.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 109 E Church Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
Since 1941, Wayne's Lanes has been providing bowling and entertainment to the whole family. The bowling alley features eight lanes, refreshments and large projection TV's, adding a modern touch to the historic venue.
30.6 Miles
93% 104 votes
Gardens 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148 MoreLess Info
The lilac flower forms a significant portion of Lilacia Park which is spread over 8.5 acres. Along with 800 lilacs, there are also 25,000 tulips, walking paths, and benches for those who want to enjoy the scenery.
30.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Arts Centers 101 N Johnson Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
Sponsored by the Northwest Area Arts Council, the Old Courthouse Arts Center is a non-profit art gallery displaying creations from local artists. Visitors to this historic gallery can purchase a variety of paintings and other creations (such as pottery).
30.6 Miles
100% 18 votes
Fishing Kankakee River, Kankakee, IL MoreLess Info
Along the Kankakee River, Big River Fly Fishing offers drift boat trips for smallmouth bass. Fishing trips include all gear needed, and a number of instructional programs are available to those wanting to learn.
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