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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Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area. New Homes Added!
Driving or strolling through a fairyland of outdoor light displays is a holiday treat that costs no more than gasoline or shoe leather. And there’s no place prettier than Denver/Boulder, especially when the snowy backdrop is the real deal. Here’s a list of the best Christmas lights in the area for the 2024 season. Our list includes professional and municipal displays and private homes.
We’ve put together a Google map for the home lights to make it easier to plot your visits. To see the map, just scroll down past the pictures of the lights.
We’re updating continuously, so send your suggestion for amazing displays to Laura@milehighonthecheap.com (please include the name of the display — if you know it, address and a photo): [Read More…]
Where To See Santa In 2024 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him
You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.
If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Prego Pasta Sauce for $1.29
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…]
8 Shows on Sale Today! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers $10 Discounted Tickets
Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately, the city makes the theater affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess — with tickets just $10 each (before fees). The much-loved program provides access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production — at up to 75% off. [Read More…]
Win Tickets To Dungeons & Drafthouse Event This Weekend
Attention Dungeons & Dragons players and fans! You and a guest can live your own adventure on Saturday or Sunday, December 14 or 15, 2024, with Alamo Drafthouse’s new tabletop RPG series, Dungeons & Drafthouse! Perfect for first time players and seasoned D&D veterans alike, these exclusive one shots are brought to you by our friends at Dungeon In A Box. [Read More…]
Best Amazon Deals in December: Broncos Gear, OralB, Levoit Humidifier, Toys, Slippers and More
You can avoid the chaos of the shopping mall by going online. But don’t spend hours looking for the best deals at Amazon. Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or — like us — just seeing what jingles your bells, 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…]
Ugly Sweater & Music Fest at 17th Street Community Gardens
Celebrate the holiday season with the Ugly Sweater & Music Fest on Friday to Sunday, December 13 to 15, 2024, hosted by the Central Platte Valley Metropolitan District in downtown Denver’s 17th Street Community Gardens. FREE and open to all, this downtown holiday festival will feature an eclectic mix of favorite local musicians and festive holiday crafts, including paper ornament and ugly sweater decorating stations. [Read More…]
Meet & Mingle With Holiday Characters In Golden
Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters along Washington Avenue. Jingle On The Avenue, A Holiday Character Mingle is set for Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Your little ones are sure to be delighted and there will be plenty of photo opportunities, live music and lots of festive holiday fun for the whole family. [Read More…]
Performance of ‘The Bishop’s Wife” Live Radio Play in Aurora
“The Bishop’s Wife” Live Radio Play will be performed on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Aurora History Museum. Tickets are $3. In the show, a bishop seeks help from a higher power, and his prayers are answered by what some might call an angel. The bishop does not see it that way; even the most heavenly creature can be tempted. [Read More…]
Original Aurora Walking Tour This Saturday
Chris Geddes, Aurora’s Historic Preservation Specialist, is leading a one-hour walking tour of historic architecture on Galena Street in Aurora. The FREE tour on Saturday, December 14, 2024, leaves from Centennial House at 1 p.m. Come before the tour to see Centennial House and grab some hot cider and cocoa. Reserve your spot here.
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What is the ‘Weekend Free Bee’ at King Soopers This Week? (It’s Valued at $6.99!)
Diehard bargain hunters will remember the days when King Soopers used to offer its very popular weekly Free Friday Download. Every week, customers could download a digital coupon to their shopper’s loyalty account for a totally FREE grocery item. Well, the offer is back with the grocery store’s new Weekend Free Bee, but the deal requires an additional purchase this time. [Read More…]