Bored on a budget? You’ve come to the right place! Mile High On The Cheap is the answer for Coloradans wanting to live large for less. Luckily, Denver has much to do and see for frugal families, bargain hunters, savvy seniors and anyone who’s limited on funds — festivals, concerts, movies, workshops, tours, sporting events and more. And, for weekend planners, we’ve done all the work for you… [Read More…]
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15+ Sweet & Savory Deals for National Pi Day — Including Free Pie at Legacy Pie Co.
No need to be a mathematician on National Pi Day, just a deep love of all things pie (sweet and savory) and saving money. On March 14, 2026, celebrate the day with deals on pies of all kinds around town. No calculator necessary, all of the deals add up to big savings for pie lovers and bargain hunters alike for one day. [Read More…]
45 Ways to Celebrate a Mile High St. Patrick’s Day In 2026
From Boulder to Denver and all points in between, the Front Range plans to “Go Green” with dozens of St. Patrick’s Day festivities. With St. Patty’s falling on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, expect plenty of parties, pub crawls and festivals the weekend before and the 17th.
While we have a post for Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade (which is on Saturday, March 14, 2026), here are other FREE and low-cost ways to “get your Irish on” across the Front Range. You’ll find plenty of Irish music, step dancers, pipe bands and more. If you know of any we missed, send details to Laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read More…]
Buy $50 in Household Items, Get a $15 Amazon.com Credit
Amazon is welcoming in Spring with some special deals. One that caught our eye is for household items. Instead of fighting the crowds at some of the warehouse or big box stores, you can order from Amazon and have everything delivered to your home. Purchase $50 of participating household items, and you’ll get a $15 Amazon.com credit. [Read More…]
Best Amazon Deals This Week: Maybelline, Windex, Connect 4, Charmin, Beats & More
Don’t spend hours looking for the best deals. Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or — like us — just seeing what suits your fancy, take a look at this list we’ve pulled together for you. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.
Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next, so the discounts might not be the same as listed here when you check. We do try to keep up! Here are a few great deals that caught our eye… [Read More…]
Vibe Artisan Market Sets Up Shop Inside The Arch in RiNo March 21 & 22
Vibe Artisan Markets holds a two-day shopping event on Saturday & Sunday, March 21 & 22, 2026, at The Arch in the RiNo District. The Spring Vibe Market | Denver features 130+ artists, creatives and makers each day, local music creators performing live, an art gallery, Uncle Tim’s cocktails at the Vibe Bar, food from globally inspired chefs and fresh brews from Astro Van Coffee. [Read More…]
New Date! See New Release First for $5 with Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series
Love a good plot twist at the movies? Many of the major movie theater chains (AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Regal Cinemas) host “mystery” screenings with an opportunity for film fanatics to be one of the first to see a new release before it’s “officially” released to the public. And, best of all, tickets are available at a discounted price. [Read More…]
Olive Garden Brings Back Popular ‘Buy One, Take One’ Special for Limited Time
You’re always welcome at Olive Garden! There you’re treated like family. And that means you don’t leave without food to take home for later. The popular Italian restaurant is bringing back one of its most popular giveaways for all to enjoy. Olive Garden diners enjoy two delicious dishes for one tasty price with its “Buy One, Take One” special back on the menu — for a limited time. [Read More…]
Ziggi’s Coffee Pours Totally Free Chai Tea for All
Raise your cup, chai tea lovers! Starbucks recently changed its chai tea recipe. And the jury is still out on whether it’s a hit or miss among chai tea aficionados. However, Ziggi’s Coffee is reminding customers how popular and delicious its chai tea has always been by giving it away for FREE. (MHOTC is a big fan of chai tea and can attest that Ziggi’s serves one of the best in town — especially the Vanilla Bee Chai!) [Read More…]
Enjoy Dozen Doughnuts for 13¢ on Friday the 13th at Krispy Kreme
Are you feeling lucky? Friday the 13th is definitely a lucky day for doughnut lovers at Krispy Kreme! The popular doughnut shop is substituting a sweet deal for any superstitions this Friday the 13th. It’s the perfect excuse to bring doughnuts home for the family or to the office for co-workers on the “unlucky” day. [Read More…]
Enjoy Free Fries (Any Size!) at Wendy’s on Friday the 13th
Mmm…hot, salty fries! You can’t enjoy a juicy burger without fries. And Wendy’s is making it less expensive to enjoy the popular pairing on Friday the 13th. Start your weekend with lunch or dinner on a budget at the popular fast-food restaurant. Best of all, the giveaway applies to any size fries! Why would bargain hunters not order a large? [Read More…]
What’s Available Today? Burger King Offers 7 Days of Free Food for Perks Week
Burger King is treating its most loyal customers like true royalty this week. And, nowadays, it pays to be loyal — thanks to all of the loyalty programs everywhere. Burger King is showing its loyal customers lots of appreciation (and savings!) with its Perks Week — from March 8 to 14, 2026. This week, grab your scepter and enjoy seven days of delicious deals! [Read More…]