Bargain hunters are always on the lookout for a good value menu. And Crumbl is joining the trend with the launch of its first-ever value menu at participating locations — starting Friday, October 23, 2026. For just a few bucks, frugal cookie lovers can enjoy a sweet treat without breaking their budget. Enjoy a cookie and beverage for under $2! [Read More…]
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137 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…]
79+ Halloween Happenings On The Cheap Around Denver For Kids & Adults in 2026 – 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 2026 (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.
Goodwill’s Frightfully Good Finds: Halloween Costumes & Décor on the Cheap
Halloween is just around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to find everything you need to spook up the holiday: pumpkins and ghosts for your décor, mugs for hot cider, big bowls for candy and, of course, costumes!
Goodwill of Colorado has 45 retail thrift stores and four outlets across the state, and its teams prepare all year long, carefully sorting donations and setting seasonal finds aside to stock up for Halloween. [Read More…]
Movie Preview – ‘The Mosquito Bowl’
Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, four of America’s top college football stars set their fame aside to enlist in the Marines in the new film The Mosquito Bowl. As they prepare for the brutal invasion of Okinawa, they’ll play in a legendary game featuring some of the greatest players in history — a game that, for many, will be the last they ever play. [Read More…]
Deal Alert: Get Sam’s Club and Walmart+ Memberships for One Price — Savings of Nearly $100!
Big news for bargain hunters! Smart shoppers love the benefits of being a member of various store loyalty programs — from discounted pricing to delivery perks. And, now, families can enjoy two of the most popular memberships for one price — Sam’s Club Plus and Walmart+. That’s twice the benefits for even more savings and perks. [Read More…]
Dunkin’ Celebrates Grand Opening of New CO Location with Giveaways, Prize Wheel & Free Coffee for 100 Days
A donut and coffee, please! Dunkin’ is opening another location in the Centennial State this weekend. (This is the 51st location in Colorado!) And, to mark the special occasion, the popular donut & coffee shop is hosting a celebration with lots of fun giveaways on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The new shop is located at 1185 Aloha St. in Castle Rock. [Read More…]
Target Offers Easy, Affordable Thanksgiving Meal for $30 — Just $5 Per Person
Thanksgiving dinner can be one of the most expensive meals of the year for many families. So it comes as good news that Target is offering a Thanksgiving meal that serves six people for $30. That’s just $5 per person. This is one way to serve up a delicious Thanksgiving meal that won’t break your holiday budget. [Read More…]
Sign-Up for Discounts, Rewards and Free Gifts This Holiday Season at World Market
In the past, World Market has given away many gifts during the holiday season (November and December), including cookies, mugs, ornaments and more. Now’s the time to sign-up! World Market is a top destination for home décor. Whether you’re decorating your first home or just sprucing up your existing living space, the popular retailer offers a wide variety of items sourced from all over the world. Shoppers are bound to find lots of unique items for their home — everything from rugs to framed art. Plus, they’re also known for selling lots of treats and food from around the globe. [Read More…]
Natural Grocers Hosts Spooky Celebration with Family Fun, Free Reusable Bags & Gift Card Giveaway
BOO! Natural Grocers is scaring up lots of family fun this spooky season. The popular regional grocery store is hosting a bag giveaway and treasure hunt for kids on October 24, 2026 — from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The first 200 customers through the door at each location will receive a FREE limited-edition Halloween-themed reusable bag. [Read More…]
Wendy’s Offers Savings with New Dave’s Single Combo Meal Deal
Go to lunch (or dinner) with Wendy! Bargain hunters know that the best way to save money at most restaurants is to order the combo meal. Pay less for a meal overall than if you paid for each item individually. And, fortunately, Wendy’s just introduced its new Dave’s Single Combo Meal for hungry bargain hunters. [Read More…]
Enjoy Buy-One-Get-One Free Entrée on Halloween at QDOBA — No Costume Required!
BOO! Bargain hunters know it’s not often you can scare up big savings at QDOBA. That’s why monsters, ghosts and vampires will all want to head to the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant on Halloween. Don’t worry, there’s no costume required to enjoy the bargain burrito — just a monster appetite for big savings. [Read More…]
This Saturday! Lowe’s Hosts MrBeast Day with Fun Giveaway and Discounts — Two Free Gifts for Kids!
MrBeast is everywhere! And now you can find him at Lowe’s. The popular home improvement store has partnered with the wildly popular YouTuber / creator for an exclusive line of builder kits and other MrBeast merchandise. And fans can celebrate MrBeast Day at Lowe’s with a cool giveaway on Saturday, October 24, 2026. [Read More…]
Popular Movie Theater Closes Permanently on Halloween After 19 Years in Business
Yet another popular movie theater is closing its doors for good. Movie Tavern (18605 E Hampden Ave.) is Aurora is shutting down on Halloween, October 31, 2026. The theater opened back in 2007, with a brief closure during the pandemic. That’s 19 years of serving entertainment, popcorn and value to movie lovers in the community. [Read More…]
Last Day to Enter 2nd Lottery! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Musical in Denver
It’s a tale as old as time! Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big musical coming to the Mile High City is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, with 23 performances total at the Buell Theatre — from October 20 to November 7, 2026. [Read More…]
What’s Today’s Deal? KFC Scares Up 13 Days of Scary Good Deals with a New Deal Each Day
No need to be chicken of this deal from Kentucky Fried Chicken! The spooky season is all about having fun for families. However, for bargain hunters, it’s also about scaring up lots of savings — thanks to all of the seasonal deals. And KFC is offering lots of treats with its 13 Days of Scary Good Deals — from October 19 to 31, 2026. Enjoy a new deal each day! [Read More…]
What’s Today’s Deal? King Soopers Offers 13 Scary Days of Deals for Scary Good Savings
Bargain hunters know they can always scare up savings with little time and effort. And now it’s more important than ever to watch your spending at the grocery store! Fortunately, King Soopers is offering 13 Scary Days of Deals, so you won’t be so afraid of spending money on groceries — from October 19 to 31, 2026. [Read More…]
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Kroger Cheese for $1.49
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…]
Get Tickets on October 28 for Next Free Day at Denver Zoo: November 11
Mark your calendars to monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2026. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours. They are released on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. [Read More…]
Heather Gardens Community Holds Holiday Craft Fair on October 23 & 24
More than 60 crafters are expected to be selling their wares at the Heather Gardens Annual Holiday Craft Fair on Friday & Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2026. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., shoppers can peruse handmade goods. These include ceramics, quilts, glass art, jewelry, holiday decor and gifts for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. [Read More…]