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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Harry Potter: The Exhibition Comes To Denver
Harry Potter: The Exhibition celebrates all things Harry Potter by bringing to life some of your favorite moments, characters, locations, and beasts from the film series, as well as the extended Harry Potter universe. Get up close to authentic props and costumes, practice your Quidditch skills, pot a Mandrake, and more in this unforgettable experience. The exhibit opens in the South Broadway District on June 26, with tickets on sale now. [Read More…]
Best Amazon Deals This Week: Maybelline, Crayola, LEGO, KitchenAid, Beckham Pillows, Connect 4, Amazon Basics & 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…]
Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels Fill Thursday Nights With Music & Movies
The city of Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels is a series of live concerts (rhythms) and movie screenings (reels) at various parks in Thornton throughout the spring and summer. This FREE family-friendly event combines the best of live musical entertainment and outdoor movie magic. The series takes place from May 31 to July 26, 2025. [Read More…]
SonFlower Ranch Spring Shindig This Saturday. Farm Animals, Craft Show, Hay Rides & More
SonFlower Ranch in Brighton hosts its Spring Shindig on Saturday, May 16, 2026. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be lots of opportunities to visit with the farm animals, take a wagon ride, shop local vendors, try goat yoga, jump in the bounce house, sample local honey and much more. [Read More…]
Buntport Theater: Tickets Are Name-Any-Price (Even $0) To ‘This Is The Day ’91’
Buntport Theater is staging This Is The Day ’91, a comedy with a little bit of nostalgia, your daily dose of carrageenan, and a horse named Markham. The show runs May 22 to June 14, 2026, and admission is name any price (including $0). In the play, Kaelyn, Misty, and Elliott as they try to re-create the moment that they broke a Guinness Book World Record in 1991. [Read More…]
Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks
All aboard, bored kids! On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express. [Read More…]
AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp: 8 Weeks of Family-Friendly Flicks with Cheap Tickets
Summertime is all about camping! However, you don’t need to camp outdoors to have fun. Families can camp out at AMC Theatres this summer for lots of fun and adventure. Families can enjoy lots of family-friendly movies at a discounted price. The largest theatrical exhibitor in the U.S. is bringing back its AMC Summer Movie Camp for summer 2026. [Read More…]
Capital One Café Serves Totally Free Handcrafted Beverage Every Week This Baseball Season
What’s in your wallet? Did you know Capital One Bank also has cafés throughout the country? A Capital One Café is a community space, with a full barista service Verve Coffee bar inside, where customers can relax and recharge. Whether you bank with Capital One or not, everyone is welcome to enjoy a cozy co-working space with FREE Wi-Fi and plenty of outlets. [Read More…]
Birdcall Offers Buy-One-Get-One Chicken Wrap This Week
Calling all chicken fans! If you love chicken tenders, nuggets and sandwiches, you’re definitely familiar with Denver’s own Birdcall. Founded 10 years ago this year, eatery’s mission is to offer a new kind of dining experience — enhanced through a blend of all-natural foods, superior service, innovative art & design and cutting-edge technology. [Read More…]
Passes Still Available! Movie Sneak Preview: ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War’
As of this morning (May 14), sneak preview passes are still available! In Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Jack Ryan (played by John Krasinski) is reluctantly thrust back into the world of espionage when an international covert mission unravels a deadly conspiracy, forcing him to confront a rogue black-ops unit, and the clock is ticking. Operating in real time with lives on the line and the threat escalating at every turn, Jack reunites with battle-tested CIA operative Mike November (Michael Kelly) and former CIA boss James Greer (Wendell Pierce). [Read More…]
When Does The New King Soopers in Denver Open? Grand Opening Celebration?
King Soopers is making major changes in Denver! If you live or work near Glendale, you’re probably familiar with King Soopers’ Belcaro store at 825 S. Colorado Blvd. Over the years though, the smaller-than-usual location has become a little rundown for shoppers. Plus, finding a parking spot in the awkward one-way parking lot has always been a challenge! [Read More…]
Starts Today! Chipotle Offers Special Buy-One-Get-One Deal with Gift Card Purchase
Congratulations! It’s time for graduates to look forward to a “big, shiny” future — just like Chipotle’s foil-wrapped burritos! There are many ways to congratulate graduates, but getting a Chipotle gift card may top their list — given the restaurant’s popularity among students. To celebrate the milestone, the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant is offering a special gift card bonus for a limited time.
Today! King Soopers Celebrates Colorado Avalanche’s Sweet Victories with Free Donuts for Fans
The sweet giveaway is available today, May 14, 2026! The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Colorado Avalanche to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory during the NHL playoffs. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Colorado Avalanche. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain celebrates the team’s victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]
Today! When Rockies Score 7+ Runs, Fans Score 4 Tacos for $3 at Taco Bell
The offer is available today, May 14, 2026! It’s “crunch time” again, taco lovers! Can you hear the crack of the bat or is that the crunch of a taco? For Colorado Rockies fans and hungry bargain hunters alike, baseball season means one thing — “tacos, tacos, tacos!” For the 18th year, Taco Bell is again offering its popular Colorado Rockies special for the 2026 baseball season. [Read More…]
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Crest Toothpaste for 99¢
Groceries are one of the biggest monthly expenditures for everyone. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for any way to save money at the checkout lane, whether it’s from weekly sales, coupons or promos. And Mile High On The Cheap is making it more convenient and easier by offering a “one-stop shop” round-up of the best weekly deals at popular grocery stores in Denver. [Read More…]
Mile High Summer Concerts Guide 2026
Summer is great for so many reasons: wearing shorts and flip-flops every day, going to the mountains, shopping farmers’ markets, free outdoor movies and lots of live music. Luckily, the Front Range is jam-packed with summer concerts — many of them FREE… our favorite kind!
To ensure you don’t miss out on any live music, we’ve created this Mile High Summer Concerts Guide. Concerts are sorted by day of the week. All are FREE unless noted with a $.
Colorado Remembers at Colorado Freedom Memorial: Tributes, Displays, Free Breakfast & Entertainment
The city of Aurora and Colorado Freedom Memorial’s Colorado Remembers ceremony will be Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year, the event will celebrate the 250-year anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, as well as the 150-year anniversary of Colorado’s statehood. Enjoy a free-will donation pancake breakfast, displays of military artifacts and musical entertainment. [Read More…]
Denver Arts Festival Returns To Central Park Neighborhood May 23 & 24
Mix and mingle with other art lovers at the Denver Arts Festival. More than 100 of Colorado’s best artists will showcase their works Saturday & Sunday, May 23 & 24, 2026, at Conservatory Green Plaza in the Central Park neighborhood. You’ll find sculpture, photography, fiber arts, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry, woodworking and painting. [Read More…]
Rocky Mountain Regional Yo-Yo Championship This Saturday
The Rocky Mountain Regional Yo-Yo Championship will take place at the Denver Marriott Westminster on Saturday May 16, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 300 yo-yo enthusiasts from all across the nation will participate in the competition. The newly revived Rocky Mountain Regional is currently one of four regional tournaments administered by the National Yo-Yo League. [Read More…]