#1 · last 30 daysFarmWarming up
Benoit Pumpkin Farm
Kankakee
Wednesday-Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM
Checked October 15, 2026
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81 Illinois attractions you can walk into for nothing, and 3 more with a free day or evening open to everyone.
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- #1 · last 30 days
#2 · last 30 daysFarmElawa Farm Foundation
Lake Forest
Grounds: sunrise to sunset daily; Visitor Center: Daily 9 am – 4 pm
Checked October 15, 2026View →
#3 · last 30 daysMuseumWHAT'S ONAug 15 – Nov 22 · Fall Depot Museum Exhibit
Batavia Depot Museum
Batavia
M, W, F: 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Closed Tuesday and Thursday
Checked October 16, 2026View →
#4 · last 30 daysHistoric siteJohn Deere Historic Site
Dixon
April–October: Sun 1pm–5pm, Mon Closed, Tues 1pm–5pm, Wed–Sat 9am–5pm
No offer on their siteView →
#5 · last 30 daysZoo & aquariumWHAT'S ONOct 23 · Fall Fest
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago
Daily 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Checked October 22, 2026View →
#6 · last 30 daysZoo & aquariumPhillips Park Zoo
Aurora
Mon–Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wed: Closed; Thu–Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours via Google MapsNo offer on their siteView →
#7 · last 30 daysMuseumArchbishop Fulton Sheen Museum
Peoria
Monday-Friday: 9am - 4pm, Saturday: 9am - 12pm
Checked October 19, 2026View →
#8 · last 30 daysMuseumElmhurst History Museum
Elmhurst
Sunday, Tuesday-Friday 1-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Checked October 22, 2026View →
Not a coupon list. A venue is here only if its own website says admission is free, or names a regular free day that anyone can use. Free-for-some offers — residents, military, EBT cardholders, children — stay on the venue’s own page under “If you qualify”, because they are savings, not free days.
Always free
81 attractions, by region.
Museum
Berwyn Historical Society
Berwyn
First Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is always free.” — berwynhistoricalsociety.org, checked October 16, 2026
Museum
Calumet City Historical Society
Calumet City
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission Free.” — calumetcityhistoricalsociety.org, checked October 19, 2026
Museum
Evanston Art Center
Evanston
Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 6 pm | Fri: 9 am - 5 pm | Sat & Sun: 9 am - 4 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “ALL GALLERIES ARE FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC” — evanstonartcenter.org, checked October 11, 2026
Zoo & aquariumWHAT'S ON
Oct 23 · Fall Fest
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago
Daily 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Lincoln Park Zoo admission is free. No reservations needed. Just show up and explore– today, tomorrow, anytime.” — lpzoo.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Mindworks: The Science of Thinking
Chicago
Wednesday-Saturday: 11:00am-5:00pm, Sunday: 10:00am-5:00pm (June-August), Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free!” — chicagobooth.edu, checked October 19, 2026
Tour & cruiseWHAT'S ON
Oct 17 – 24 · Slightly Spooky October – Free Movie in Crystal Gardens
Navy Pier
Chicago
Sunday–Thursday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, Friday & Saturday 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “There is no admission fee to enter Navy Pier.” — navypier.org, checked October 15, 2026
Park & beach
Oak Park Conservatory
Oak Park
Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00A-4:00P (Closed Mondays)
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free to the public, the Oak Park Conservatory offers a rich atmosphere of flora and fauna throughout three indoor Conservatory showrooms” — oakparkconservatory.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Pullman Exhibit Hall
Chicago
Wednesday through Sunday 11 AM – 3 PM
Checked October 17, 2026
View →The venue says: “Entry is free, but please consider a donation in support of our work for Pullman National Historical Park.” — friendsofpullman.com, checked October 17, 2026
Museum
Ridge Historical Society
Chicago
Tuesdays and Sundays 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission: Exhibits are free.” — ridgehistorical.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Wilmette History Museum
Wilmette
Monday–Thursday and Sunday 1:00 PM–4:30 PM; Friday–Saturday closed
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “General admission to the Museum and Research Room is FREE. Donations are always welcome.” — wilmettehistory.org, checked October 19, 2026
Museum
Addison Historical Museum
Addison
Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Second Saturday of the month (March-December) noon–4 p.m.
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “### Free Admission” — addisonadvantage.org, checked October 16, 2026
Water park
Adventure Island at The Centre of Elgin
Elgin
Monday-Friday: 11am - 3pm, Saturday-Sunday: Noon - 4pm (seasonal: May 30 - August 16)
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “the free Lords Park Farm Zoo will be open the following dates and hours:” — elginil.gov, checked October 12, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Aug 15 – Nov 22 · Fall Depot Museum Exhibit
Batavia Depot Museum
Batavia
M, W, F: 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Closed Tuesday and Thursday
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “General admission is free!” — bataviaparks.org, checked October 16, 2026
FarmWarming up
Benoit Pumpkin Farm
Kankakee
Wednesday-Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free as well as all of our activities including: a corn maze, petting zoo (that includes mini donkeys!!!), corn pit, tractor slide & more!!!” — benoitgreenhouses.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Buffalo Grove Park District Raupp Museum
Buffalo Grove
Mon–Thu: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Fri–Sat: Closed; Sun: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Hours via Google MapsNo offer on their site
View →The venue says: “Admission is Free” — bgparks.org, checked October 15, 2026
Park & beach
Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center
Crystal Lake
Mon–Sun: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours via Google MapsChecked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “FREE TO THE PUBLIC” — crystallakeparks.org, checked October 15, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Dec 6 · Tree Lighting Ceremony
Darien Historical Society
Darien
First and third Sunday of every month, 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — darienilhistory.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Dundee Township Historical Society
West Dundee
Wednesdays & Sundays, 2-4pm (March through December)
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is always free.” — dundeetownshiphistorical.org, checked October 22, 2026
Museum
Earl D. Schoeffner Farm Museum
Momence
Fridays and Saturdays from 10am - 4pm
Checked October 13, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free!” — momencefarmmuseum.org, checked October 13, 2026
Museum
Ela Historical Society
Lake Zurich
Saturdays from 12 to 3 pm
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free, and donations are appreciated.” — elahistory.org, checked October 15, 2026
Farm
Elawa Farm Foundation
Lake Forest
Grounds: sunrise to sunset daily; Visitor Center: Daily 9 am – 4 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Our grounds are free to access from sunrise to sunset - 365 days a year” — elawafarm.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum
Elgin
Friday and Saturday, 12 PM - 4 PM
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.” — elginfirebarnno5museum.com, checked October 22, 2026
Museum
Elmhurst History Museum
Elmhurst
Sunday, Tuesday-Friday 1-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission to the Elmhurst History Museum is FREE.” — elmhursthistory.org, checked October 15, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Nov 13 – 14 · First Division Museum Tour
First Division Museum at Cantigny
Wheaton
Wednesday – Monday, 10 am – 5 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission to the museum is free.” — fdmuseum.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
French Heritage Museum
Kankakee
Saturdays 10:00am - 2:00pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is always FREE (donations are appreciated)” — kankakeecountymuseum.com, checked October 15, 2026
Historic site
Gaylord Building Historic Site
Lockport
Tuesday – Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm, Weekend Hours – 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — gaylordbuilding.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Graue Mill & Museum
Oak Brook
Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (mid-April through mid-November)
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — dupageforest.org, checked October 22, 2026
Museum
Gregg House Museum
Westmont
Every Sunday and Wednesday 1-3 p.m.
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “Free Admission” — westmontparks.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Grundy County Historical Society
Morris
Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission to the Museum is free.” — grundycountyhs.org, checked October 15, 2026
Farm
Heider's Berry Farm
Woodstock
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free Parking and No Entry Fee!” — heidersberryfarm.com
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Oct 23 · Trick or Treat on the Trails
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
St. Charles
Grounds Open Daily; Building Hours Monday-Saturday • 10am to 4pm
Checked October 21, 2026
View →The venue says: “FREE ADMISSION” — stcnature.org
Park & beach
Hidden Oaks Nature Center
Bolingbrook
Wednesday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Closed Monday and Tuesday)
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “open to the public free of charge” — reconnectwithnature.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Illinois State Museum-Lockport Gallery
Lockport
Mon: Closed; Tue–Sat: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sun: Closed
Hours via Google MapsChecked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission: FREE” — illinoisstatemuseum.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Isle a la Cache Museum
Romeoville
Wednesday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “admission to the museum is free” — reconnectwithnature.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum
Lisle
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — ben.edu, checked October 16, 2026
Museum
La Salle County Historical Society
North Utica
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12-4pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Visiting the LCHS Museum Campus is free- we charge no admissions fee.” — lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org, checked October 15, 2026
Water park
Marge Cline Whitewater Course
Yorkville
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission Fee | Free” — yorkville.il.us, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese
Darien
Monday through Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm CT
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “admission is always free” — littleflower.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Niles Historical and Cultural Center
Niles
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 11am-3pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — nileshistoricalandculturalcenter.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
NIU Art Museum
DeKalb
Noon - 3 p.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, Noon - 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is **free** and open to the public, but donations are always appreciated.” — niu.edu, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Palatine Historical Society
Palatine
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free!” — palatinehistoricalsociety.com, checked October 15, 2026
Zoo & aquarium
Phillips Park Zoo
Aurora
Mon–Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wed: Closed; Thu–Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours via Google MapsNo offer on their site
View →The venue says: “Admission to the Phillips Park Zoo is free!” — zoo.aurora.il.us
Museum
Rolling Meadows Historical Museum
Rolling Meadows
Sundays only, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free and open to the public” — cityrm.org, checked October 19, 2026
MuseumClosed for the season
Stone Mill Museum
Sandwich
View →
The venue says: “Admission is free but donations are welcomed.” — sandwichhistory.net, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
The Beller Museum
Romeoville
Monday-Thursday 10:00-12:00/1:00-4:00
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “No admission fee - donations are appreciated.” — bellermuseum.com
Museum
The Kendall County Historical Society - Lyon Farm
Yorkville
Mon–Fri: Closed; Sat: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sun: Closed
Hours via Google MapsChecked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free admission. Donations appreciated.” — lyonfarmkchs.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Tinley Park Historical Society
Tinley Park
Wednesday 10:00am–2:00pm; first Sunday of month 1:00pm–3:00pm; second Thursday of month 6:00pm–8:00pm
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is FREE.” — tinleyparkhistoricalsociety.org, checked October 15, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Oct 10 – Nov 14 · Second Saturdays at the Museum
West Chicago City Museum
West Chicago
Saturdays 10am-2pm
Checked October 20, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is FREE.” — wegohistory.com, checked October 15, 2026
Tour & cruise
Wildwood Program Center
Park Ridge
Tues-Thurs 10:00am-6:00pm, Sat 10:00am-4:00pm
Checked September 18, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission to the Nature Center is FREE!” — prparks.org, checked September 18, 2026
Museum
Will County Historical Museum and Research Center
Lockport
Open to the public; Research Thursday nights 5:00-7:00 p.m.; Closed Saturdays
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — willhistory.org, checked October 15, 2026
Park & beach
Willowhaven Park
Kankakee
Sunrise to Sunset
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Willowhaven Park is open every day and is free to the public.” — btpd.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Freeport Art Museum
Freeport
Mon: Closed; Tue–Fri: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat: 12:00 – 5:00 PM; Sun: Closed
Hours via Google MapsChecked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “keeping museum admission free” — freeportartmuseum.com, checked October 11, 2026
Historic site
John Deere Historic Site
Dixon
April–October: Sun 1pm–5pm, Mon Closed, Tues 1pm–5pm, Wed–Sat 9am–5pm
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “each John Deere Attractions Site is open to the public and completely free.” — deere.com, checked October 19, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Nov 7 · Cartoon Club–Selfies
Rockford Art Museum
Rockford
THU-SUN, 10 AM-5 PM
Checked October 21, 2026
View →The venue says: “GALLERIES ARE OPEN THU-SUN, 10 AM-5 PM WITH FREE ADMISSION” — rockfordartmuseum.org, checked October 13, 2026
Museum
Waukesha Hangar - Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum
Poplar Grove
Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm, Sunday-Tuesday: CLOSED
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free museum admission” — wingsandwheelsmuseum.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Archbishop Fulton Sheen Museum
Peoria
Monday-Friday: 9am - 4pm, Saturday: 9am - 12pm
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “The museum is open for free and operates on your generosity.” — celebratesheen.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Cambridge Natural History Museum
Cambridge
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — cambridgenaturalhistory.org, checked October 15, 2026
Farm
Camp Creek Farm & Orchard
Lynn Center
Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free admission!” — campcreekfarm.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Cruisin with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center and Gift Shop
Bloomington
Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Tuesday 9 a.m.–8 p.m.), Sunday closed
Checked October 20, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission to the Visitors Center is free every day.” — cruisinwithlincolnon66.org, checked October 20, 2026
ShowWHAT'S ON
Oct 23 · Hayrack Ride Through The Haunted Forest
Farmer City Haunted Forest
Farmer City
Checked October 20, 2026
View →The venue says: “The Farmer City Haunted Forest is completely free to the public!” — fchauntedforest.com
Park & beach
Glen Oak Park
Peoria
dawn to dusk
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “While there is no fee to enter, Luthy does have hours of operation.” — peoriaparks.org, checked October 15, 2026
Park & beach
John Deere Pavilion
Moline
Sunday Closed, Monday 1pm-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “each John Deere Attractions Site is open to the public and completely FREE.” — deere.com, checked October 19, 2026
MuseumWHAT'S ON
Oct 25 · Harvest Fest & Touch-a-Truck
Museum of the Grand Prairie
Mahomet
Open 1 - 5 PM daily (Summer Hours Mon-Sat 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun 1 - 5 PM; closed Jan-Feb)
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “As a facility of the tax-supported Champaign County Forest Preserve District, the museum is always FREE!” — museumofthegrandprairie.org, checked October 15, 2026
FarmWHAT'S ON
Sep 29 – Nov 24 · Orchard Season
Okaw Valley Orchard
Sullivan
Mon–Sat 9 AM – 5 PM, Sun 12 – 5 PM (through Nov. 2); Wed–Sat 9 AM–5 PM, Sun noon–5 PM (Nov. 3–25)
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “No admission fee — just come and enjoy!” — okawvalleyorchard.com, checked October 19, 2026
Farm
Prairie Farms
Champaign
Mon-Fri 4-7pm, Sat-Sun 1-7pm
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “Admission to the farm is free, but donations are appreciated.” — champaignparks.org, checked October 19, 2026
Farm
Prairie Moon Farm
Knoxville
Saturdays and Sundays 9:00am - 5:00pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Free Admission • Food & Drinks • Vendors • Fall Vibes • Family Fun” — prairiemoonfarm.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Rock Island Railroad Museum
Chillicothe
Sunday 1pm–4pm, March through November
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Both museums are open to the public at no charge however donations are appreciated.” — chillicothehistorical.org
Museum
Tarble Museum of Art
Charleston
Tuesday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 1 - 5 p.m.
Checked October 22, 2026
View →The venue says: “FREE gallery admission and visitor parking.” — eiu.edu, checked October 22, 2026
Museum
Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society
Pekin
Checked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission - Free” — tcghs.org, checked October 19, 2026
Park & beach
The Whiteside Garden
Charleston
Checked October 21, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free, but donations are appreciated” — dhnature.org, checked October 21, 2026
Farm
Wagon Wheel Pumpkin Farm
Clinton
Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM during September and October
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “the admission is free” — thewagonwheelpumpkinfarm.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Warren County History Museum
Monmouth
1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission: Free (donations welcome!)” — wchistorymuseum.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Western Illinois University
Macomb
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free.” — wiu.edu, checked October 15, 2026
Family funWHAT'S ON
Mar 27 – Dec 31 · Route 66: The Road That Takes You Photographic Exhibition by David J. Schwartz
Illinois Route 66 Experience at Illinois State Fairground
Springfield
Daily roughly 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
No offer on their site
View →The venue says: “The Experience is open 365 days a year from roughly 8am to 8pm and is FREE of charge, however, donations are greatly appreciated!” — illinoisroute66.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Illinois State Museum
Springfield
Mon–Sat: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Sun: 12:00 – 4:30 PM
Hours via Google MapsChecked October 19, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission: FREE” — illinoisstatemuseum.org, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Jacksonville Area Museum
Jacksonville
Wednesday 10am–4pm, Saturday 10am–4pm, Sunday 1pm–4pm
Checked October 12, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated.” — jacksonvilleareamuseum.org, checked October 12, 2026
Farm
Kristin's Pumpkin Patch
Springfield
Fridays 2-6 pm, Saturdays 10-6 pm, Sundays 11-6 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “No Admission Fee” — kristinspumpkinpatch.com, checked October 15, 2026
Museum
Quincy Art Center
Quincy
Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 5 pm
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “Open to the public and no admission fee.” — quincyartcenter.org, checked October 15, 2026
Farm
Liberty Apple Orchard
Edwardsville
Sunday 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Tuesday–Wednesday 2:00 pm–5:00 pm, Thursday–Friday 2:00 pm–5:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday Closed
Checked October 15, 2026
View →The venue says: “No admission fees, just family fun enveloped in the fragrances and hues of fall!” — libertyappleorchard.com, checked October 15, 2026
Show
Luehrs’ Ideal Rides
Collinsville
Checked October 16, 2026
View →The venue says: “FREE ADMISSION!!” — luehrs.com, checked October 15, 2026
FarmWHAT'S ON
Sep 26 – Oct 31 · Fall Celebration at Relleke Farms
Relleke Farms
Granite City
Checked October 20, 2026
View →The venue says: “Admission and parking are free! You pay for pumpkins and activity tickets as needed.” — rellekepumpkinpatch.com, checked October 20, 2026
Free days and evenings
3 attractions that are free on certain days. The day is in the venue’s own words below; check it before you go.
MuseumLIVE DEAL8 deals
American Writers Museum
Chicago
Day tickets $14 online · $16 at the gate
View →The venue says: “The AWM offers free admission on the third Sunday of every month.” — americanwritersmuseum.org, checked October 20, 2026
MuseumLIVE DEAL2 deals
Hieronymus Mueller Museum
Decatur
From $3 per personFree Admission Days
View →The venue says: “the Hieronymus Mueller Museum also announces a commitment to host two free admission days every year” — muellermuseum.org, checked October 22, 2026
MuseumLIVE DEALWHAT'S ON
Nov 7 – Apr 4 · The Art of Transformation: The Jewelry of Mark Schneider
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
Oak Brook
From $10 per personFree Admission Wednesdays
View →The venue says: “Wednesdays are free admission day” — lizzadromuseum.org, checked October 22, 2026