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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18.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 32492-32576 N Almond Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 MoreLess Info
Part of the Lake County Forest Preserves, Almond Marsh is a scenic wetland preserve and sedge meadow, and a popular destination for bird watching. The preserve also features a blue heron rookery.
18.8 Miles
93% 73 votes
Botanical Gardens 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 MoreLess Info
Endowed by the bequest of Robert R. McCormick, the Cantigny Gardens & Museums offer a wide array of attractions. There are military and cultural museums, gardens, an educational center, extensive walking trails, and a golf course.
18.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 24535 W Chardon Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 MoreLess Info
Equidream School of Horsemanship is a riding school and stabling service that caters to equestrians of all abilities. The school offers classes in disciplines from basic riding to show jumping, while also offering a boarding service to owners.
18.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Ice Skating 34th & Laramie, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
During the winter season, visitors can enjoy outdoor, recreational ice skating at Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink. The rink has several concession stand that serves warm refreshments like hot chocolate.
18.9 Miles
88% 1744 votes
Comedy Clubs 1616 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 MoreLess Info
For over fifty years The Second City has been entertaining its audience with comedy sketches and short scenes with a focus on improvisation, seven nights a week. Second City features open cabaret-style table seating for added social interactivity.
18.9 Miles
100% 18 votes
Fishing Kankakee River, Kankakee, IL MoreLess Info
Along the Kankakee River, Big River Fly Fishing offers drift boat trips for smallmouth bass. Fishing trips include all gear needed, and a number of instructional programs are available to those wanting to learn.
18.9 Miles
55% 11 votes
Horse Races 3501 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804 MoreLess Info
As a horse racing venue, Hawthorne Race Course provides visitors with a space to watch thoroughbred horses race while enjoying a meal. Visitors can participate in placing wages on horses for the races.
18.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Forest Ave & Rt 59, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore the natural habitats of the region at West DuPage Woods, which includes wetland and woodland areas. The park has several picnic areas, as well as a 2 mile nature trail for hiking.
18.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 MoreLess Info
Hosting several adult recreational soccer and flag football leagues, Alleghany Park consists of sports fields and playgrounds for the community to enjoy. The playground has slides, monkey bars, and a special side area for toddlers.
19.0 Miles
History Museums 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 MoreLess Info
The Chicago History Museum offers a variety of exhibits through which guests can learn about the city's long life. Children who visit this site will be able to play a variety of entertaining, yet informative, games.
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