Family Activities for Under $40: Reader Tips

We asked SpringfieldMoms readers for suggestions on affordable family activities. Read and see what you may not have considered!

Illinois State Museum! Henson Robinson Zoo!” – Ashley C.museum computer

“Ergadoozy” – Valerie H.

“Hike in the park / free” – Judy P.

“Taylorville YMCA” – Jennifer M.

“Drive in movie!” – Karah B.

“Roller skating!” – Carrie T.

“Nelson Center for ice skating!” – Melissa M.Gillie Skate with team

“Pizza/board game/movie/popcorn/ice cream/ sleeping bags in living room.” – Jackie C.

“Walking around the mall and playing in the kid area.” – SarahBeth P.

Lincoln Memorial Gardens” – Kymberly E.

“Family skate night at Skateland!!!” – Erin M.

“Glow Golf at the mall” – Melissa T.

Washington Park – playground, feeding ducks” – Stefanie M.

“Train and carousel at the mall” – Stacy E.Jungle Gym

“Scheels – fun activites” – Dawn F.

“Movie in the Park” – Tiffany B.

Libraries. My girls love books. Wish we could attend more family reading events.” – Kim W.

“Weiner roast with kids, outdoor movies, mini concession stand for movies, and camp out for the night ….all in your own backyard.” – Amanda G.

“Movie night during the week! $5 per person at theaters.” – Sarah H.

“Illinois State Museum” – Sarah B.

Dana Thomas House, Steak and Shake $5.00 menu or coupons (cheap & good), fishing, scavenger hunt.” – Jane G.

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