Activities to do around London on a budget

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Having fun isn't hard when you've got a library card.
As true as the saying is (being ingrained into our brains permanently and all), sometimes as a student books can be your last resort for fun, but you may feel limited by that sad, sad balance in your bank account. Hard to believe, but London, Ont. is home to many activities and attractions that can provide entertainment without breaking the bank.Here is a curated list of possible activities organized by someone who has no qualms about using a coupon at the dollar store. Labatt Brewery Tours Cost: $12 With about a 170-year history of brewing, Labatt Brewers are the ones behind popular beers such as Labatt Blue, Rolling Rock, Alexander Keith's, Bud Light and many more. For $12, visitors receive a tour of the brewery located at 150 Simcoe St. from a guide which takes approximately two hours to complete. Within the duration of the tour, guests are treated to a variety of beer samplings offered by Labatt Breweries.

Tea Tasting at Wisdom Teashop
Cost:$15
Ever wanted to know the origin/history, preparation and production behind your hot cup of tea? Wisdom Teashop located at 610 Dundas St. offers one and a half hour long workshops which provide you with the answers you seek. Included in the session is a tasting of at least six different types of teas along with accompanied treats.

Mustang Drive-In
Cost: $18
Carload Gather up you and four other friends to catch the latest movie at the Mustang Drive-In on Thursday nights all for $18 between the five of you ($3.60 a person if you are really pinching that penny). A joy in itself, the drive-in offers a wonderful movie watching experience sans the typical annoyances found in regular theatres (i.e. talkers, cell phone users, loud chewers/drinkers etc.) Bring a blanket, pillow or even warm slippers to get yourself cozy while watching Hollywood's latest releases in the comfort of your own car.

Yuk-Yuk's Comedy Club Amateur Night
Free for Fanshawe Students (19+ with ID)
For the price of free, Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club in the Western Fair located at 900 King St offers an amateur night featuring newcomer comedians looking to mark their place in the world of comedy. Amateur nights are also offered as well. Please check with your local Yuk Yuk's for more updates. For those without a student ID, admission is $5…. a small price to pay for an hour and a half of potential ab hurting laughter.

Springbank Park with a Fancy Hot Drink
Cost: Varies
Take advantage of the cool fall weather by grabbing your favourite drink from your local coffee shop and going for a long, peaceful walk through Springbank Park. London wasn't named Forest City for nothing and parks like Springbank are prime examples to support this moniker. With a walking duration of roughly one to two hours, the trail features scenic views of the Thames River, plenty of rest stops in between and possible wildlife encounters all surrounded by luscious trees and nature.