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…]
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G-Que BBQ Celebrates Anniversary with Free Pulled Pork Sandwiches at Five Locations for One Day
Colorado’s Championship BBQ, G-Que BBQ, is celebrating its anniversary on Friday, October 16, 2026 by giving away 1,000 FREE pulled pork sandwiches across five locations in the Denver metro area and Northern Colorado — 200 sandwiches per location. Read on to learn how to get yours. [Read More…]
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…]
73+ 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.
Dia de los Muertos Festival in Denver at Civic Center Park
Denver gets a full-blown Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival on Saturday October 24, 2026. Civic Center Park is site of the FREE family-friendly festival from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., with live music and dance, food, art installations, artisan vendors, games, community altars, a procession and more. [Read More…]
Free Aging at Altitude Expo in Boulder on Oct. 24
The Aging at Altitude Expo on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boulder Jewish Community Center offers an abundance of tips, advice and the latest trends in health and nutrition, elder law, financial and retirement planning, real estate from active adult communities to assisted living facilities, home care, leisure, lifestyle, fitness and more. [Read More…]
King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale This Weekend with Big Savings — Including Butterball Turkey!
Get your shopping list ready! Going grocery shopping is a super expensive errand nowadays. The prices just seem to keep going up and up. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for savings in the grocery aisles. And, in the case, you have one weekend to take advantage of King Soopers’ 3-Day Sale — from Saturday, October 17 to Monday, October 19, 2026. [Read More…]
Today! Enjoy Wednesday Warm-Up Special at Starbucks Café in Safeway
Take a break mid-week and stir up big savings, thanks to Safeway’s Wednesday Warm-Up special at its in-store Starbucks café. (Most larger Safeway stores have an in-store Starbucks café. However, availability varies by location.) Sip on a chai tea and breakfast sandwich (or whatever pairing suits your palate) at a deliciously discounted price on three Wednesdays. [Read More…]
Taco Bell Partners with Kevin Hart, Paris Hilton and Doja Cat to Offer $4 ‘Usual Order’ for 3 Weeks
Even celebrities love Taco Bell! On the heels of turning National Taco Day into a global celebration, Taco Bell is extending the celebration throughout the month of October by offering fans deals they can’t find anywhere else with the help of a few famous friends. Mark your calendar now, so you don’t miss out on any of the hot deals. [Read More…]
Applebee’s Gives Away Free Boneless Wings Every Week During NFL Football Season
Football season is back! That means there will be weekly football parties with lots of gameday snacks on the table all season long — including the always fan-favorite boneless wings. And Applebee’s is the Official Grill + Bar Sponsor of the NFL. So, of course, they’re offering one of the hottest tickets in town for fans wanting to tackle the best gameday food deals. [Read More…]
Mendocino Farms Celebrates Colorado Springs Grand Opening with Free Entrée
Get ready, Colorado Springs! Mendocino Farms is celebrating the grand opening of its newest Colorado location at 1765 Briargate Pkwy. in Colorado Springs. The new location officially opens on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The restaurant’s “creative sandwiches, salads and more take you on an unexpected culinary adventure with fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations.” [Read More…]
Enjoy Whopper of a Deal Every Wednesday at Burger King
If it’s Wednesday, that means Burger King has a whopper of a deal for Whopper lovers. The fast-food chain is making Wednesday the day for hungry bargain hunters to enjoy big savings on its iconic burger, thanks to its Whopper Wednesday special. (Did you know The Whopper was first introduced in 1957?) Every Wednesday, make a date with Burger King for lunch or dinner! [Read More…]
127 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…]
Today! Vitals Farms Behind Every Carton Tour Makes 6 Stops in Denver/Boulder with Free Eggs
Get “eggs-cited” for fun and FREE eggs, Denver! The Vital Farms Behind Every Carton Tour is coming to six Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the Denver and Boulder area — starting Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The tour highlights the real farmers behind Vital Farms eggs and the direct relationships that make the brand’s long-running “See The Farm” initiative possible. [Read More…]
Today! MilkShake Factory Celebrates National Dessert Day with Buy-One-Get-One Special — Milkshakes, Sundaes, Floats & More!
A milkshake is one of America’s most nostalgic and iconic treats! It’s perfectly delicious with a burger and fries or even just on its own as a sweet treat. And one of the best places to enjoy a delicious milkshake is at the MilkShake Factory. To celebrate National Dessert Day, the popular shop is offering a sweet special on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. [Read More…]
This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
The holiday shopping season revs up this week with more than a half-dozen craft shows. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming holiday craft shows, markets and fairs in the Denver/Boulder area. It includes an interactive map to help you find the ones closest to your shopping flight path. As always, we call out some of our favorite picks: [Read More…]
Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale Promises Big Deals
Mark your calendars! It’s an ocean of deals at the Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale sponsored by the Jefferson County Library Foundation. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2026, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 25. Held in three massive exhibit halls of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, the sale boasts more than 90,000 books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, audiobooks and more. [Read More…]
The Gap Friends & Family Sale – 40% Off Everything! (including New Arrivals)
The Gap is holding its Friends & Family Sale right now and it’s a must-shop sale for anyone who is a fan of Gap clothing. Everything — yep, EVERY item sitewide — is 40% off, even the newest arrivals! That includes men’s, women’s, kids’, toddlers’, and baby clothing — tops, bottoms, jackets and everything in between. The sale continues through October 21, 2026. [Read More…]
Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a New, Free Festival at the National Western Center
Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a new and authentic Munich-inspired celebration of Bavarian culture debuting this fall across two weekends at the National Western Center. The FREE event will run Friday to Sunday, October 16 to 18, 2026, and Thursday to Sunday, October 22 to 25, 2026. Hours are 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily. [Read More…]
Illegal Pete’s Thanks Special Customers with Buy-One-Get-One Deal Every Tuesday
Food is one of the best ways to show someone gratitude, especially when it’s really good food. And Illegal Pete’s is thanking our community heroes with its fare, including those delicious (and large) Mission-style burritos. Educators, healthcare workers and first responders can definitely work up an appetite helping others every day, so it’s fitting to let them enjoy lunch or dinner on a budget. [Read More…]