Free & Cheap Things to Do in Mechanicsburg, PA

  • The list below includes 84 free or cheap things to do in or near Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, including 72 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Art Gallery, Swimming Pool and Family Fun Center.
  • From Adventure Park to McCormick Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mechanicsburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrisburg, York, Hershey and Carlisle.
  • The list below includes 84 free or cheap things to do in or near Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, including 72 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Art Gallery, Swimming Pool and Family Fun Center.
  • From Adventure Park to McCormick Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mechanicsburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrisburg, York, Hershey and Carlisle.
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19.4 Miles
History Museums 63 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
The Hershey Story contains 10,000 square feet of interactive exhibits that tells the rags to riches story of Milton Hershey and how he gave back gave to the community. At the building, children can participate in a 45-minute chocolate lab; meanwhile, everyone can eat at the cafe, and shop.
19.4 Miles
82% 17 votes
Sports Museums 3300 Board Rd, York, PA 17402 MoreLess Info
Located in York, Pennsylvania, the USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame is a museum and active competition venue with 200 seats and a regulation-size lifting platform. The competition hall is also a film theater that shows clips of historic weightlifters in action.
19.4 Miles
9% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 1150 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
The Cocoaplex Cinema is a move theater that offers its visitors the opportunity to view all the latest film releases. The theater offers a number of concessions, including food options like hot dogs, as well as coffee and soda.
19.6 Miles
70% 10 votes
Music Venue 100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
A more intimate venue than its stadium counterpart, the Star Pavillion at Hersheypark Stadium is popular for more intimate performances. The pavilion can accommodate 8,000 fans for its summer concert series events.
19.8 Miles
94% 17 votes
History Museums 40 Northeast Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
At Hershey Derry Township Historical Society, visitors can go on a self-guided tour of a museum to learn about the region's history. The museum has exhibits like a model train display, WWII history, and Hershey chocolate.
20.2 Miles
92% 376 votes
Breweries 200 East Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
Troegs Brewery has been awarded gold medals for their Troegenator Double Bock and their German-style Sunshine Pils. Visitors can tour the brewery's complete production process, taste the beers, and buy souvenirs.
20.2 Miles
67% 15 votes
History Museums 187 Police Academy Drive, Hershey, PA MoreLess Info
The Pennsylvania State Police Museum is a small museum and gift shop that features information and artifacts on the history of the state police system since 1905. The museums tours are both entertaining and informative.
20.7 Miles
100% 17 votes
Kayaking 132 Barnwell Lane, Hershey, PA 17078 MoreLess Info
Operating on the Swatara Creek, Cocoa Kayak Rentals of Hershey provides kayak rentals, along with transportation to and from various access points. The experience is fun and provides a glimpse into the natural surroundings of the tree-lined creek.
21.0 Miles
25% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 1800 Loucks Road, York, PA 17404 MoreLess Info
With digital projectors, Regal West Manchester Stadium 13 shows the latest films in standard and 3-D formats. The auditoriums have stadium seating and there are ticket kiosks to help customers avoid the ticket booth lines.
21.1 Miles
33% 3 votes
Bowling 1900 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404 MoreLess Info
Suitable for casual and league bowlers along with parties and private events, Colony Park Lanes North features 36 bowling lanes with automatic bumpers. The center also offers glow bowling and a pub with food, drinks and adult beverages.
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