Free & Cheap Things to Do in Silver Spring, MD

  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Silver Spring, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Swimming Pool and Skating Rinks.
  • From Sligo Creek Park to Wheaton Claridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Silver Spring and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Reston.
  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Silver Spring, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Swimming Pool and Skating Rinks.
  • From Sligo Creek Park to Wheaton Claridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Silver Spring and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Reston.
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18.8 Miles
79% 107 votes
Farms & Ranches 10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042 MoreLess Info
A farm with lots of activities for families, Clark's Elioaks Farm features a petting zoo, pony rides, and a variety of games. The farm hosts children's birthday parties and special events, as well.
18.8 Miles
59% 17 votes
Bowling 46940 Woodson Drive, Sterling, VA 20164 MoreLess Info
A 48-lane bowling center, Bowl America Dranesville offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center provides synthetic lanes, arcade games, cosmic bowling and a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.9 Miles
93% 284 votes
Specialty Museums 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA MoreLess Info
There are 15 galleries which make up the National Firearms Museum. Guns that date form 1350 form the oldest pieces in the collection while present-day firearms are also put on display.
18.9 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks 8511 Greeley Blvd, Springfield, VA 22152 MoreLess Info
Sitting on twenty-five acres of undisturbed woodlands, Hidden Pond Nature Center is a picturesque and educational park. The center features an array of wildlife, babbling streams and walking trails, as well as event rental options.
18.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
National & State Parks 5236 Pommeroy Drive, Fairfax, VA 22032 MoreLess Info
The bulk of Lakeside Park is dedicated to a general open play area that can be used for athletics, relaxing, or other types of recreation. Visitors can of course enjoy the nearby lake with fishing and a two-mile long walking path.
19.0 Miles
89% 89 votes
Parks 13551 Fort Washington Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
The central attraction at the Fort Washington National Park is an 19th cenutry historic fort made of stone which was initially used for military defense. The park also contains many trails, picnic spots and a small museum.
19.0 Miles
60% 121 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
A venue largely for sports, the Patriot Center is the community space for locals to enjoy basketball and hockey. The space is also used for entertainment, large groups, and concert venues.
19.0 Miles
53% 15 votes
Skating Rinks 1200 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD 21113 MoreLess Info
With a large indoor skating auditorium, Wheels Skating Center offers guests a chance to try out their skating skills to a wide range of musical selections. Leather and plastic skates can be rented at the facility.
19.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 2295 Davidsonville Road, Crofton, MD 21114 MoreLess Info
A county park, Crofton Park features an array of amenities for visitors. There are five ball fields, paved and natural walking and biking trails, a picnic area, a playground, and an amphitheater. Fishing is available, as well.
19.1 Miles
66% 74 votes
Trampoline Parks 7200 Fullerton Road, Springfield, VA 22150 MoreLess Info
The Flight Trampoline Park has multiple trampoline-based attractions including a large area with trampolines lining the walls as well as the floors. The facility caters to individuals wanting a special night out, birthday parties, and unique work outs.
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