Best Buy’s one-and-only Outlet store in Colorado is closing its doors. The store is located at 1600 S. Abilene St. in Aurora. The Best Buy Outlet sells slightly damaged, open box, returned and other merchandise at a significant discount over the company’s retail stores. This includes appliances, electronics, cell phone, smart devices, etc. According to employees the store’s lease ended and corporate opted to shutter the physical space. [Read More…]
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Heather Gardens Community Holds Holiday Craft Fair On October 24 & 25
More than 75 crafters are expected to be selling their wares at the Heather Gardens Annual Holiday Craft Fair on Friday & Saturday, October 24 & 25, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., shoppers can peruse handmade goods. These include pottery, quilts, glass art, jewelry, note cards, holiday decoration and gifts for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. [Read More…]
Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Open In 2025
Corn mazes and pumpkin patches are abundant in September and October. Here’s a list of what we know is happening, along with any coupons or discounts. We’ve also included a handy map below , which should help you easily locate the attractions. Just click on the corn icon for more details. All attractions are open through October 31, unless otherwise noted. [Read More…]
Win Denver Museum of Nature & Science Tickets To See ‘The Secret World of Elephants’
Elephants are among the most beloved creatures in the animal kingdom. Now you can discover the science behind nature’s most lovable giants, from how they “hear” through their feet to ways they contribute to daily life around the planet. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has a new temporary exhibit The Secret World of Elephants from October 24, 2025 to January 25, 2026. [Read More…]
71+ Halloween Happenings On The Cheap For Kids & Adults – Updated!
Mile High Cheapskates love this time of the year. The ghouls, ghosts, zombies and witches are flying about the beautiful Colorado skies. Denver, Boulder and all points in between offer an abundance of Halloween activities for kids and adults. You don’t have to wait until October 31 for all the free and low-cost fun, with dozens of happenings filling the days and nights before All Hallow’s Eve.
Check out our list below for what’s on for 2025 (FREE to the best of our knowledge, unless indicated otherwise).
If there are any we’ve missed, email us the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to get them added to the list.
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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…]
185 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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Today! King Soopers Celebrates Broncos’ Sweet Victories with Free Donuts for Fans
This deal is on today, Monday, October 20, after the Broncos defeated the New York Giants yesterday. The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Broncos to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory this season. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Denver Broncos. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain will celebrate the team’s game day victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]
Last Two Days! Enjoy Super Sweet Savings on All Halloween Candy for One Week at King Soopers
No tricks here — just lots of sweet savings! King Soopers is offering a frightfully good deal on Halloween candy for one week. You can never have enough Halloween candy around the house in October, right? And not just for trick-or-treaters! Many families can’t help but snack on the sweets throughout the month, so it’s important to pick up an extra bag or two. [Read More…]
Starbird Celebrates Denver Nuggets Victory with Free Chicken Nuggets (Of Course!) for Fans
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How to Order Popeyes’ Popular Cajun-Style Turkey for Thanksgiving
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Safeway Offers “Cheep Chicken!” Special Every Monday — Two Options for Big Savings!
Cheep! Cheep! If you’re a fan of fried chicken, make Safeway a must stop every week for cheap chicken. The grocery store offers its popular “Cheep Chicken!” special every Monday — for a limited time. No digital coupon needed…just scan your shopper’s loyalty card at check out. With the weekly sale, you could make every Monday “Fried Chicken Night” at the dinner table. [Read More…]