Free & Cheap Things to Do in Mount Prospect, IL

  • The list below includes 678 free or cheap things to do in or near Mount Prospect, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Swimming Pool, Family Fun Center and Movie Theaters.
  • From Busse Park to Moehling Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mount Prospect and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 678 free or cheap things to do in or near Mount Prospect, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Swimming Pool, Family Fun Center and Movie Theaters.
  • From Busse Park to Moehling Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mount Prospect and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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6.4 Miles
96% 24 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1111 E Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194 MoreLess Info
Part of the Schaumburg Park District, the Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary is a 135 acre nature preserve that includes wetland areas, forests, fields, and streams. The sanctuary is an ideal spot for bird watching or simply for quiet repose.
6.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Swimming Pool 2239 Fir Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
The Roosevelt Outdoor Pool is a public pool open to local residents during the warmer months of the year. A large play pool with zero-depth entry, deep water drop slides, and a 5-lane activity pool are among the facilities available.
6.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Playgrounds 2200 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Roosevelt park has plenty of sun, shade, and amenities to keep small and large crowds busy for hours. The park includes a fieldhouse for large get togethers, 4 ball fields, 3 tennis courts, 1 basketball court, and 2 football fields.
6.5 Miles
79% 43 votes
Family Fun Center 350 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
A 56,000-square-foot entertainment center, Brunswick's - Buffalo Grove features 32 lanes of bowling for casual and league bowlers. The center also offers a laser tag arena, arcade games, pool tables, a restaurant and flat-screen televisions.
6.6 Miles
96% 67 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193 MoreLess Info
Schaumberg's Spring Valley is the destination for holidays and happy occasions. The farms are relaxing and provide a healthy aura during the stay. The cattle and poultry such as cows and ducks add to its charm.
6.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 25 W Busse, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
The five-lane Hinkley Pool is a public swimming pool that features a thirty-three-yard pool, a one-meter springboard, a grassy picnic area, a volleyball court, and a snack machine. The pool has discounted entry fees for children.
6.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Playgrounds 8100 N. Ozark, Niles, IL 60714 MoreLess Info
Situated on wood chips, Oakton Manor has an outdoor playground, complete with double slides, a walking bridge, and seesaws. The park has benches for visitors to sit on so they can watch their children play.
6.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
At Willow Stream: Movies Under The Stars, visitors can enjoy an evening outdoor screening of classic, family friendly movies. The movie is shown on a 40 foot tall screen and on a flat lawn.
6.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 730 Texas Street, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
The Marsh Park is a community park that features a playground, a swing set, picnic tables, bleachers, and a baseball field. The playground also has multiple slides and a rock climbing wall.
6.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Open during the summer months when it is at least 65 degrees, the Willow Stream Pool is a community-based public recreation spot. The pool itself offers six lanes and a curling waterslide.
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