Mile High on the Cheap

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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The Town of Frederick celebrates the many forms of flight with its annual Frederick in Flight — including hot air balloon lifts, tethered balloon rides, a Glow Party with beer garden and food trucks, and tons of FREE fun for the whole family Friday to Sunday, June 26 to 28, 2026. [Read More…]

Celebrate Japanese-American culture, food, music, crafts and dance at Denver’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026. FREE performances start each day at 11 a.m. and include martial arts, folk dancing, Japanese drumming, Japanese Enka (traditional) songs, and lots more. [Read More…]

Spend the summer dancing the night away with Coohills’ Beats on the Creek 2026 Summer Concert Series. Tuesdays from July 7 to August 11, 2026, Coohills restaurant hosts musical acts on a bridge over Cherry Creek in LoDo. Admission onto the bridge, which opens at 6 p.m., is $10 and benefits First Descents. Bands perform from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. [Read More…]

Haul out the red, white and blue — it’s going to be a firecracker 4th of July. Not only are there parades, community festivals and fireworks, but also deals, discounts and low-cost things to do on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, 2026. Start off at dawn with fun runs and pancake breakfasts; then, picnic and groove to tunes through the day, and finally, find a spot around 9 p.m. for a show that lights up the Colorado sky. [Read More…]

The annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival will be held Friday to Sunday, July 3 to 5, 2026, in Cherry Creek North running from 2nd to 3rd Avenues between Clayton and Adams Streets. Admission to the festival is FREE. Experience unique and fascinating works by 260+ visual artists, along with live musical performances and artist demonstrations. [Read More…]

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…]

BOOM! BANG! CHEAP! Fourth of July festivities abound in the metro Denver/Boulder area. We’ve found most of the no-cost and low-cost festivals, fireworks and parades to keep the family entertained. Events are listed alphabetically for easier review. We expect to add more events, as they’re announced — so check back often.

In case of bad weather or fire bans, some fireworks shows may be cancelled. However, celebrations usually go on as planned. Check back here and on event websites for updated information.

If you know of any we have missed, please email Laura@MileHighOnTheCheap.com with details.

If you are looking for things to do specifically on Friday, July 4, check out this list of attractions that are open, special events at restaurants, breweries and bars, and Independence Day food deals.

Here’s what’s bursting July 2, 3 & 4 (plus a few days before):
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The annual Denver PrideFest is a FREE celebration of community, family and culture on 16th Street (due to construction in Civic Center Park) and recognized as one of the top 10 of its kind in the country. The event is Sunday, June 28, 2026. Even with the move downtown, you can expect all the Pride classics you know and love like Latin Stage, The Gayborhood, and the youth and family area. [Read More…]