As everyone returns home from college, it's fun catching up with old pals from high school; however, what isn't fun is trying to find things to do that are little to no cost because everyone is in the same boat - broke college students.

I have compiled a list of little to no-cost adventures you and your friends can do this summer in and out of the city.

1. Kenosha Beach

Just a two-hour drive from the city, fill up a car with a home-made picnic and your best pals and enjoy Kenosha beach. I highly recommend to bring river shoes or some form of water shoes for the water line is pretty rocky.

2. Cuba Road

Looking for something spooky to do? Cuba Road sits between Lake Zurich and Barrington and is known as one of the creepiest roads in Illinois. This road is near an old abandon mansion which is reported to have originally been an asylum. The road also passes White Cemetery, a cemetery that dates back to the 1820's. Legends of phantom cars, disappearing houses, and lovers are known to visit you as you drive down this road. Grab your best buds and blare the 'Ghostbusters' theme and look out for ghosts.

3. Drive-in Movies

Want to go to the movies, yet don't want to break the bank? Look at what is playing at your local drive-in movie theater. Ticket prices usually range from $6-8 which saves you from the typical $13 you pay at AMC or Regal. So go ahead, grab your best gal or dude and experience the movies like our parents did.

4. Shedd Aquarium

Every college student's favorite word is "free"! There are specific days this summer that the Shedd Aquarium will be having Illinois resident free days! Click here to find the dates.

5. Lincoln Park Zoo

Admission to this zoo is completely free; however, once you enter the park you may find over-priced food and need to make payments for specific shows. To plan your trip click here.