- The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Merced, California, including 50 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Arcades, Billiards/Pool Halls and Music Venue.
- From Merced Dog Park to Merced National Wildlife Refuge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Merced and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Turlock and Atwater.
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The John Thurman Field is a baseball stadium that is home to the Modesto Nuts. This field has a maximum capacity of 4,000 fans and can be converted into a concert venue that seats 7,500 people.
36.6 Miles
The McHenry Mansion is the only original Victorian home left in the area. Guided tours take visitors through the home to learn more about the original owner as well as the authentic items and furniture that decorate the interior.
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Located within a historic 1912 library, the McHenry Museum is a museum that displays the history of the local area. The museum is filled with numerous artifacts, exhibits, and artwork that tell the story of past years in the area.
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Offering hundreds of performances each year, Gallo Center for the Arts is home to the 1250-seat Mary Stuart Rogers Theater and the 44-seat Foster Family Theater. Each of these proscenium theaters boasts an orchestra pit, scene docks, modern audio systems, lighting control and stunning drapery.
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The refurbished State Theater hosts classic and contemporary films for movie buffs of all ages. A newly installed, 22-speaker Dolby surround-sound system enhances digital film screenings for a high-quality viewing experience.
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Built in 1921, the neon-colored Modesto Arch serves as a gracious welcome to automobile drivers making their way into the city. This landmark displays the city's motto and is illuminated by 696 incandescent light bulbs.
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Showcasing live music, Speakeasy Lounge offers a bar experience styled in a 1920s prohibition theme. On Sundays, the bar hosts karaoke where the locals perform popular songs for an audience.
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Modesto's Brenden Theatres is a cinema multiplex that screens first-run movies in 18 theaters. The theater offers group rates and discount programs, including a Movie Club, and features digital video and sound, as well as 3D on some films.
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Brenden Modesto 18 is a movie theater that also has a movie club and has RealD 3D movie showings. The theater was modeled after the Vacaville Theatre and features stadium seating as well as pass-through concessions.
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Home to just over 200,000 residents, the City of Modesto is a town filled with fun and entertaining attractions to visit. Visitors commonly enjoy shopping, seeing the city parks, or visiting a historical site within the city.