Dazzling drones shows will light up the skies over Downtown Denver this holiday season during the Mile High Drone Show. For 41 magical nights, 600 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Shows start November 21 and continue through December 31, 2025. The displays are at 7 p.m. each night. and last about 15 minutes. [Read More…]
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Recycle Your Holiday Lights For Free
Do you have broken, burned-out or impossibly tangled sets of holiday lights stored away with last year’s holiday decorations? Don’t throw them out – recycle them for FREE instead! Thanks to the city of Denver’s recycling program, locals can recycle holiday lights from December 5 to January 2, 2026, at two different locations. [Read More…]
Watch Boulder’s Lights of December Parade on December 13
This year’s Lights of December Parade brightens the core of downtown Boulder starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Enjoy floats, marchers and other non-vehicular contraptions decorated by local businesses, churches, schools and civic groups and some fully lit fire engines. Santa Claus makes an appearance at the end of the procession. [Read More…]
Free Holiday Ice Shows In Centennial
Ice is nice, especially when it’s a beautiful Holiday Ice Show and the price is right… FREE. Figure skaters present two shows at South Suburban Sports Complex and Family Sports Center on Saturday &, December 13 & 14, 2025. Skaters perform to traditional holiday music and Santa makes an appearance at the finale. Admission is FREE. [Read More…]
King Soopers Lights Up National Candle Day With Burnin’ Hot Half-Price Deal for 3 Days
King Soopers is lighting up National Candle Day with a three-day deal that won’t burn up your budget. Candles are extremely popular for home décor. They smell so good, while creating a lovely ambiance and atmosphere. Plus, they make great (and easy) gifts for dinner party hosts, co-workers and neighbors for the holidays. [Read More…]
129 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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…]
Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area – Updated: 100+ Displays!
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 2025 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 2025 & 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.
Free Chanukah Village & Menorah Lighting in Cherry Creek North
Chabad of Cherry Creek hosts a Chanukah menorah lighting on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The entire community is invited to enjoy the ceremony which transforms the streets of Cherry Creek North into a magical Chanukah Village.The FREE event includes face painting, traditional sweet treats (including hot latkes) and activities for all ages. [Read More…]
Superior Winter Festival Lets You Celebrate The Spirit of the Season
Superior is getting a new event, one designed to embrace the magic of the holiday season and bring joy and cheer to the community. Superior Winter Festival is a day-long extravaganza on Saturday, December 13, 2025, all over town from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This celebration will offer something for everyone — naughty or nice! [Read More…]
Snow Days Opens For The Season at Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
A winter experience is taking over the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus. Snow Days comes to the Museum’s Joy Park from December 6 through February 16, 2025. It provides true, Colorado outdoor fun for children and their families. Spend your day gliding around the rink, sledding on REAL snow, sipping hot cocoa by a toasty fire and more. [Read More…]
Sweet Deal: Save 33% on All Holiday Candy at King Soopers for One Week
King Soopers is offering a jolly good deal on holiday candy. And you can never have enough sweets around the house (or at the office) in December — whether it’s candy canes, little foiled chocolates or gummy reindeer. This is the best deal bargain hunters are going to find on holiday candy right now. The discount is on top of current sale prices, so it’s a super sweet deal — especially for stocking stuffers! [Read More…]