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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Have Dinner With 5,280 People For Just $5.28 at Mile Long Table at National Western Center
Here’s a cool concept: Dinner with 5,280 humans at a Mile Long Table. Be a part of it on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the National Western Center at 5 p.m. The cost? Just $5.28 per person for a seat at the table. The table is a single, long table where people of all walks of life and diversities share a meal. The idea is to open up conversations and celebrate our shared humanity. [Read More…]
Updated! 17 Cool Deals for National Ice Cream Day in Denver — Including Free Ice Cream!
Ice cream and summer will always be the perfect partnership forever and ever. (Actually, isn’t ice cream perfect for any season or any reason?) It just doesn’t get much better than enjoying your favorite flavor of the creamy concoction on a hot summer day. And, with the temperatures hitting record highs lately, National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19, 2026 is the perfect excuse to lick a scoop or two. [Read More…]
Downtown Evergreen Dam Ducky Derby Floats Down Bear Creek on August 1
Ready! Set! Float! During the Downtown Evergreen Dam Ducky Derby, thousands of bright yellow, rubber ducks cascade down Bear Creek from the starting line at the dam spillway to the finish line at Highland Haven Creekside Inn. Eager fans gather along the bank hoping their lucky duck wins. And, no wonder. Cash prizes are on the line for the top three finishers, plus quite a few lower placing ducks also earn prizes. [Read More…]
Bonnie Brae Celebrates 40th Birthday with Family Fun on National Ice Cream Day
Bonnie Brae has been one of Denver’s best ice cream shops for 40 years! Since opening in 1986, the family-owned local neighborhood shop (799 S. University Blvd.) in Denver has always served the best quality ice cream, while providing a friendly gathering place for the community. And, fittingly, the popular ice cream shop is celebrating its 40th birthday on National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026. [Read More…]
Aurora’s Day Of Resilience Returns July 25 With Festival, 5K, Music & More
Aurora’s 2026 Day of Resilience is Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Aurora Municipal Center. This powerful community event is organized by the 7/20 Foundation and honors those impacted by the Aurora Theater tragedy, while celebrating the power of community healing and resilience. The event brings together survivors, families, first responders, supporters and the community. [Read More…]
Wendy’s Offers Classic Frosty for Just $1 This Summer
Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with a cool treat! And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy that treat at a bargain price (especially nowadays!) of just one buck. Add Wendy’s to your list of must-stops for sweet savings for the remainder of the summer. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty — from July 20 to August 23, 2026. [Read More…]
Carl’s Jr. Celebrates 85th Birthday with Double Cheeseburger for 85¢ for Four Days
Happy 85th Birthday, Carl’s Jr! And Carl’s Jr. is celebrating the big birthday by discounting one its most popular burgers for four days — the Double Cheeseburger. The burger features two charbroiled all-beef patties, American cheese, fresh onions, ketchup, mustard and dill pickles on a plain bun. Can you fit 85 candles on a cheeseburger? [Read More…]
Baskin-Robbins Celebrates National Ice Cream Month with Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Deal
We all scream for ice cream — even more so when it’s at a cool price! And one of the best places to enjoy a scoop or two of the iconic sweet treat is at Baskin-Robbins. The popular ice cream shop is topping off National Ice Cream Month with a sweet special on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Get ready to enjoy your favorite flavor or enjoy one of the shop’s limited-time, seasonal concoctions. [Read More…]
Updated! Applebee’s Offers Half-Price Appetizers & Drink Specials Twice Every Day
Take a break on a budget at Applebee’s. And appetizers are the perfect way to enjoy a small bite between meals or as a late-night snack. The popular restaurant is letting diners chow down on the cheap, twice every day with its Happy Hour specials on appetizers and drinks. Famished frugal diners could feast on a full meal of just appetizers! [Read More…]
Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Friday
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Start your weekend with savings at Whole Foods Market. Bargain hunters will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Friday for some great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up discounted pizzas, sushi rolls, oysters, desserts and more for a weekend feast. [Read More…]
Final Day — Ticket Good for Remainder of Season! Everyone Pays Kid’s Ticket Price at Elitch Gardens for One Week — More Than 40% Off
With so much fun to be had, everyone feels like a kid at Elitch Gardens — no matter your age. And now everyone can pay admission like a kid for one week! The popular amusement and water park has long been the go-to destination for families looking for summer fun and adventure in the Mile High City. And, if you’re a family on a budget, now’s the time to secure your tickets at a thrilling price. [Read More…]
Today! Krispy Kreme Celebrates 89th Birthday with Dozen Doughnuts for 89¢
Birthday celebrations are always so sweet, but it’s even sweeter when it’s Krispy Kreme’s big day! The popular doughnut shop is celebrating its 89th birthday with a sweet deal for doughnut lovers. That’s nearly nine decades of serving its hot and fresh Original Glazed doughnuts. (Can you fit 89 candles on a doughnut?) [Read More…]
Today! Enjoy Free Margarita (Up To $10) Every Friday This Summer, Thanks to Jose Cuervo
Cheers to Jose Cuervo! Summer is all about having fun and that can often include having drinks with friends and family. And, this summer, you can kick off the weekend by enjoying a margarita on the house (up to $10), courtesy of Jose Cuervo. Set reminders now, so you don’t miss out on the weekly giveaway. [Read More…]
Tonight! Free Night of Outdoor Adventure at Children Museum’s Joy Park
Explore 60,000 square feet of outdoor adventure space including Adventure Forest for FREE at the Children Museum’s Joy Park at its Denver Marsico Campus. They’re keeping the exhibit open after hours from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (or sunset) on Fridays: May 22, June 19, July 17, August 21 & September 25, 2026, thanks to a collaboration with Denver Parks & Recreation. [Read More…]
What’s Playing This Week? 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun Every Night This Summer at Blockbuster Price
See important outside food & drinks update below! Honk! Honk! When anyone thinks of going to the movies, it’s not often they’re referring to a drive-in theater. Simply because they no longer exist in large numbers across America. Luckily, the Mile High City has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City — the only drive-in movie theatre in the Denver metro area. [Read More…]
Today! Menchie’s Celebrates Disney’s New ‘Descendants’ Movie with Totally Free Frozen Yogurt
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is partnering with Disney to celebrate the new film in the Descendants franchise — Descendants: Wicked Wonderland. Now that the Queen of Hearts is nice and Cinderella is safe, things seem perfect for Red and Chloe…little do they know that changing the past created a new villain: Maddox Hatter. [Read More…]
Build Beyond Borders: A Family-Friendly STEM & Music Festival
Build Beyond Borders: A STEM & Music Festival is a family-friendly evening of science, music, and fun on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Number 38. The FREE events is hosted by the Engineers Without Borders – Denver Professional Chapter. It features live music, games, hands-on engineering activities, food and drinks, and engaging presentations that highlight the chapter’s global projects. Attendees are invited to support the organization’s mission through donations while enjoying an evening of learning, innovation, and community celebration. [Read More…]
Historic Elitch Theatre Presents Free Summer Concerts
The Historic Elitch Theatre offers its summer music programming, Concerts in the Carousel with three FREE summer concerts inside the beautifully restored Historic Elitch Carousel Shell. These Sunday evening performances showcase talented local artists and are set for once a month in July, August and September. All concerts start at 6 p.m. [Read More…]
Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale. Here’s A List Of All The Deals
The 2026 Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale offers deals and savings at some of Denver’s most interesting and most prestigious shops. From Thursday to Sunday, July 16 to 19, 2026, the sale enables shoppers to to snag once-a-year deals from dozens of participating retailers, restaurants, fitness studios, art galleries, salons, spas and more. All you need to do to score the best deals is look for the red balloons. [Read More…]