- The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Matthews, North Carolina, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Recreation Centers and Hiking Trails.
- From Stallings Park to Four Mile Creek Greenway - Matthews, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Matthews and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Concord, Charlotte and Huntersville.
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The Cleveland County Historical Museum covers the history of the local area through a range of artifacts that detail everyday life and the stories of average people. It is currently housed in the historic courthouse which was originally built in 1907.
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Named after famous banjo player and local resident Earl Scruggs, the Earl Scruggs Center is a museum dedicated to the Blue Ridge area music. The museum is filled with exhibits and information that teaches about local music life and culture.
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Buffalo Creek Gallery sells paintings, prints, crafts and jewelry made by local artists using such diverse mediums as clay, oil, wood, soap and fiber. They also feature in-house studio space with working artists.
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Located along Fourth Creek, Statesville Park & Soccer Complex features seven soccer fields and an 18-hole disc golf course. The park also offers picnic shelters, walking trails, a concession stand, two children's playgrounds and open grassy areas.
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Kate's Skating Rink is an indoor rink that offers roller skating sessions for the public and is open year round. They feature arcade games and avail their facility for birthday parties, holiday parties and corporate events.
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Fishing, boating, and swimming are the main draws of the Lake Wateree State Park. There are other options as well though, including the newly opened playground, bird watching, biking, and walking trails.
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A bowling center featuring 24 lanes, Pla Mor Lanes offers both open and league bowling along with a pro shop. The center provides cosmic bowling nights, a lounge, billiard tables, televisions and arcade games.
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Established in 1909, the 110-acre Boone's Cave Park is named for pioneer, Daniel Boone. Located near Lexington, North Carolina, the park is home to a cave, thought to be Daniel Boone's hideout. Hiking, kayaking and tennis are featured activities.
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As North Carolina's only link to the French and Indian War, the Fort Dobbs Historic Site aims to preserve and interpret this time period for visitors. Interpretive tours are available daily, and reenactments and demonstrations are frequent.