Ahoy, matey! Some 50 models of sailing ships from Egyptian barges and men of war to WWII destroyers and ships in bottles will be on display at the annual Ship Model Exhibit from Friday to Sunday, April 19 to 21, 2024. The FREE exhibit showcases the work of members of Rocky Mountain Shipwrights. [Read more…] about Ahoy, Matey! Free Model Ship Exhibit
Things To Do
159 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE & CHEAP things to do around Denver. The list is updated daily, so check back often. Looking for more free and low-cost things to do in the following weeks? Find additional activities on our Mile High Events Calendar, which you can view by day or month.
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High School Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Weekend?
You don’t have to shell out big bucks to see top-notch theater productions. High schools across the Denver metro area stage plays and musicals, showcasing some of the best local talent to be found. Far from bare bones, you’ll find fully-realized scenery, costumes, lighting, choreography and often live orchestras. The best part? Ticket prices ($5 to $12) are a fraction of what you’d pay for a “professional” show. [Read more…] about High School Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Weekend?
9 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Time to give Mother Nature her due. Monday, April 22, 2024, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are on Saturday the 20th, with some the following Saturday.
If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about 9 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Denver Welcomes Taste of Iceland with Lots of Cool Free Events. Plus Big Sale On Icelandair Tickets
Iceland, a country that has become a hotbed for emerging music and innovative cuisine, brings a “taste” of its culture to Denver for a series of events this week as part of Taste of Iceland 2024. The tour comes here May 10 & 11, 2024, with a series of events inspired by, and in celebration of, the best of Icelandic culture through food and beverage, music, nature, wellness and more. Most events are FREE and open to the public. [Read more…] about Denver Welcomes Taste of Iceland with Lots of Cool Free Events. Plus Big Sale On Icelandair Tickets
See Special ‘Secret’ Screening for Just $5 at Regal Cinemas
If you love the movies and also enjoy surprises, Regal Cinemas has the ticket for a fun night at the movies for you. Movie fans loves a good plot twist at the end of a suspenseful movie. Well, now, you can enjoy a major plot twist even before the movie begins — thanks to Regal Cinemas’ Mystery Movie Monday series. [Read more…] about See Special ‘Secret’ Screening for Just $5 at Regal Cinemas
DU Carillon Concert and Tower Tour
On of the largest bell towers in the country is located on the University of Denver campus. Listen to guest performer Ellen Dickinson play the Williams Carillon, on Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The concert is FREE, open to all and held regardless of weather. And how cool is this? Tours of the tower will be available for FREE after the performance. [Read more…] about DU Carillon Concert and Tower Tour
22 Best Public Playgrounds Around Denver
The Denver metro area is home to more than 700 public playgrounds — some small, some large, some broken-in and some freshly-built. Below are some of our favorites. Chances are you have never heard of these parks, but all are all well worth a visit even if you live a few miles away.
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Shop Local at RiNo Pop-Up Markets
The RiNo Art District hosts three different series of markets through the fall. The curated pop-up markets — Hangin’ N Slangin’, Made By Us and Old School Cool — are held at either Bird Lot (2532 Larimer St.) or Lot on Larimer (west of Denver Central Market). This is a terrific way to shop local and support local artists. [Read more…] about Shop Local at RiNo Pop-Up Markets
Denver Premium Outlets Celebrates Earth Month
Throughout April, Denver Premium Outlets will celebrate “Earth Month” and showcase their sustainability efforts. Among the events: an Earth Day trivia night, selfie backdrops honoring pollinators and a Sustainability Scavenger Hunt with the chance to win some great prizes. [Read more…] about Denver Premium Outlets Celebrates Earth Month
Local Museums Celebrate Dia del Niño with Free Entry and Entertainment
Celebrate traditional Latin American (and the rest of the world) culture during Día del Niño (Day of the Children) on Sunday, April 28, 2024. This year, Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art celebrates on Saturday, the 27th, while the Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Clyfford Still Museum, History Colorado Center and Denver Central Library will offer FREE general admission and/or entertainment on the 28th. Here’s what’s happening: [Read more…] about Local Museums Celebrate Dia del Niño with Free Entry and Entertainment
Wheat Ridge Spring BAZAAR Features Local Makers, Music & More
Denver BAZAAR is taking over Gold’s Marketplace for the first ever Wheat Ridge Spring BAZAAR! This outdoor market will be on Saturday, April 27, 2024 and feature more than 80 local vendors. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is an all ages, family-friendly, dog friendly event. The best part? Admission is FREE. [Read more…] about Wheat Ridge Spring BAZAAR Features Local Makers, Music & More
Free Comic Book Day Flies High with Fun & Freebies in Denver
POW! ZAP! FREE! Calling all comic book enthusiasts! This year, FREE Comic Book Day is celebrating more than 20 years of the annual celebration and giveaway. The colorful day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to all.
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Nearly Half-Priced Tickets For Benchmark Theatre Thursday Performances
Benchmark Theatre is a local, professional theatre company launched in 2017. Their next production is the world premiere of The Road to Lethe. The play opens Friday, April 26, 2024, and runs through May 18 at The Bench at 40West. General admission is $30 ($25 for students, seniors and military), but on Thursdays tickets are $18. [Read more…] about Nearly Half-Priced Tickets For Benchmark Theatre Thursday Performances
Catch All The Action When Rocky Mountain RollerGirls Hold April Double Header
Rocky Mountain Roller Derby (RMRD) teams up with Denver Roller Derby League (DRD) to bring you a “Joint” Double-Header like no other on Saturday, April 20, 2024. First, team Blazed and Confused will take on Wait… What? in a mix-up game. Then, DRD’s Toussle Sprouts and Grapes of Wrath will face off. [Read more…] about Catch All The Action When Rocky Mountain RollerGirls Hold April Double Header