- The list below includes 228 free or cheap things to do in or near Joliet, Illinois, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Race Tracks, Parks, Hiking Trails and Arcades.
- From I&m Canal Trail to Pilcher Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Joliet and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Aurora, Naperville, Wheaton and Tinley Park.
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165 N. Indiana, Kankakee, IL 60901
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The French Heritage Museum at the Stone Barn, as the name suggests, is a historical museum housed within a large, well maintained stone barn. Attractions include exhibits on the French heritage of northeastern Illinois and guided tours.
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Formerly known as North Park, Taylor Park features a varied array of attractions, including six tennis courts, a soccer field, and playgrounds with equipment for toddlers and older kids. The park also has picnic areas that can be reserved.
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197 S East Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901
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Kankakee Model Railroad Club & Museum displays pieces that exhibit Kankakee's railroading history, including three different model train layouts of varying scale. They also have restored train cars such as a trolley, caboose, and a 1947 Pullman coach.
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Jet Hockey Training Arena is a studio sized skating rink featuring real ice, hockey boards, glass and netting. Jet Hockey offers ice rentals, team and private training, parties, classes and clinics.
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A protected wilderness area spanning 256 acres, Meacham Grove Forest Preserve offers hiking, biking, and skiing trails, fishing in the stocked Maple Lake, and a variety of wildlife viewing, as well as picnic areas.
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1451 N 4000 E Road, Kankakee, IL 60901
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The Willowhaven Interpretive Center is an educational facility that features minerals, seeds, bones, a reading nook, live animals, and touch tables. The center is home to beavers, geese, and an albino raccoon.
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Founded in 1906, the Kankakee County Historical Society is one of the oldest historical societies in Illinois. It contains historical displays, provides education, and hosts events. The professionally designed support facilities include climate-controlled collection storage areas, and an archival library.
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6445 W North Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
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Wonder Works Children's Museum features creative play areas for children birth to age eight. The museum offers an outdoor organic garden and five 'experience zones' for children to explore. They also provide a puppet theater and four imaginary play areas.
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One of the most popular family friendly attractions in Hammond is Olympia Lanes. The bowling alley offers multiple lanes for league or casual play as well as a full service food and drink bar.
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Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1900, the B. Harley Bradley House is the first house designed by the architect during his Prairie School Period. It can host private events.