Free & Cheap Things to Do in Riverside, CA

  • The list below includes 389 free or cheap things to do in or near Riverside, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Other Entertainment and History Museums.
  • From Mount Rubidoux Park to California Citrus State Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Riverside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chino, Fontana, Claremont and San Bernardino.
  • The list below includes 389 free or cheap things to do in or near Riverside, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Other Entertainment and History Museums.
  • From Mount Rubidoux Park to California Citrus State Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Riverside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chino, Fontana, Claremont and San Bernardino.
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41.1 Miles
100% 9 votes
Haunted Tours 23275 Ramona Avenue, Apple Valley, CA 92307 MoreLess Info
Open only in October on Friday and Saturday nights, All Saints Lunatic Asylum Haunted House Attraction is a scary maze set in a condemned mental institution in the high desert. The event is free with donations appreciated.
41.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Dog Park 14999 Dale Evans Parkway, Apple Valley, CA 92307 MoreLess Info
Apple Valley Dog Park has over 2 acres dedicated for dogs and features two separately fenced sections for dogs over and under 25 lbs. Each section has benches, a drinking fountain and dog fountain, and waste clean-up stations.
41.1 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 18830 San Gabriel Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703 MoreLess Info
Westgate Park is a 4.5 acre neighborhood park with a variety of amenities for visitors. Some of these include a spray pool, basketball court, grass volleyball court, an arts-and-crafts room, tennis courts, and playground equipment.
41.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 344 Clemmens Ln, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
A county park, Clemmens Lane Park is open from sunrise to sunset, every day of the week. The park features playgrounds for both very young and older kids, a soccer field, a sand volleyball court, and picnic areas.
41.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 6701 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90713 MoreLess Info
Mae Boyar Park offers a range of activities. There are playground areas and a wading pool. All playground and pool areas are gated. The park provides basketball courts and areas that may be reserved for large parties.
41.2 Miles
38% 29 votes
Bowling 1201 W. Beverly Road, Montebello, CA 90640 MoreLess Info
AMF Beverly Lanes is a clean bowling alley where you can enjoy plenty of food, drinks, and bowling fun with friends. The facility also features pool tables and video games for having fun between bowling.
41.3 Miles
82% 237 votes
Beaches Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Popular for surf and bare-handed fishing, the Bolsa Chica State Beach is also suited for RV camping, basketball games and bicycle riding, among others. It is also a popular place for wildlife and bird watching.
41.3 Miles
83% 18 votes
Hiking Trails 54000 Riverside County Playground Rd., Idyllwild, CA 92549 MoreLess Info
With over 200 acres of forests and open space, Idyllwild Park has areas for both day use and camping. The park offers scenic views, hiking on five trails, and rock climbing on enormous granite boulders.
41.3 Miles
29% 7 votes
Parks 10500 Flora Vista Street, Bellflower, CA 90706 MoreLess Info
Ruth R. Caruthers Park is a recreational park that includes a skate park, batting cages, a game room, playgrounds, and picnic areas. The park also features a 2.5 mile bike trail as well as an equestrian path.
41.3 Miles
12% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 6440 South Street, Lakewood, CA 90713 MoreLess Info
Featuring eight screens, Naz 8 Cinemas shows both standard Hollywood movies as well as movies from India. The theater offers concessions that include traditional items like popcorn and soda and also items like chai tea and bhelpuri.
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