This morning, my boss had the audacity to call me cheap. Okay, she’s not wrong. I buy secondhand thrifted items. I watch Seize the Deal like it’s my job. Well, it kind of is my job. I rarely buy frivolous things just because, but my family and I still like to get out and have fun sometimes. Luckily, most of our kids are grown, and we only have one at home now, or else we’d never get to do anything fun. Haha.

Cheap and Free Things to Do in Evansville, Owensboro, and the Tri-State This Spring and Summer

If you’re thrifty like me and looking for fun spring and summer entertainment without spending a fortune, here’s my list of favorite budget-friendly finds around the Tri-State. And if I missed one, email me at evansville.dme@townsquaremedia.com
so I can add it to the list.

Free and Cheap Things to Do in the Tri-State

Looking for ways to keep the family entertained this summer without draining your wallet? We’ve rounded up some of the best free and budget-friendly things to do across the Tri-State, from splash pads and playgrounds to museums, hiking trails, bowling, arcades, and indoor play spaces. Whether you’re planning a full day of adventure or just need to get the kids out of the house for a few hours, this list is packed with fun options in Owensboro, Evansville, Newburgh, Henderson, and beyond. Summer memory-making does not have to come with a scary price tag.

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