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…]
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE events around Denver. The list is updated daily, so check back often. Looking for more FREE and low-cost things to do? Find additional activities on our Mile High Events Calendar, which you can view by day or month.
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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
It takes a village to eat a whole lot of pancakes…and you can do just that at Village Inn. All month long in September, the popular family-friendly diner is celebrating its 60th birthday by offering all-you-can-eat pancakes for just $3.99 at participating locations. (Reorders are served as a stack of two pancakes.) Dine-in only and no sharing, please. [Read More…]
Of course, everyone will be buzzin’ with excitement (and caffeine) on National Coffee Day, Saturday, September 29. To stir things up for the day, many national coffee/donut shops are celebrating with freebies and discounts at participating locations. However, many promos are also being held on Friday, September 28.
Of course, we will add more deals later this week, as more are announced and confirmed — so check back often. (We’re still anticipating deals from Cinnabon, LaMar’s Donuts and Peet’s Coffee & Tea.) [Read More…]
Fall ushers in more than cool weather and changing leaves. It’s the start of many a performing arts season. Not only does that mean new plays, concerts and comedy nights, but special events galore. There are deals to be had, as much as 50% off, and we’ve found them. Some of the newest offerings include discounted admission to Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Pepsi Center, Westword Feast and the angelic Vienna Boys Choir in concert.
There are wine and whiskey festivals, the oh-so-tasty Choctoberfest, bridal shows (we have FREE tickets) and the Denver Travel Festival (yeah, we have FREE tickets to that, too).
You can find real savings by buying through services such as Goldstar and Groupon. (Be sure when buying through Groupon to check our recent posts for any promo codes, for extra savings.)
Here are some ticket deals I’ve uncovered to concerts, plays, festivals, sporting events and more. [Read More…]
There’s no doubt that Denver is well-known around the country for its love of the theater — musical, plays and everything in between. As a result, Denver has become the go-to city for many premieres, pre-Broadway engagements and launching national touring shows. It also means getting your hands on tickets can be difficult and expensive.
The next big show to make Denver the first city on its national tour is “Dear Evan Hansen.” The musical runs at The Buell Theatre from September 25 to October 13. However, thanks to the show’s producers, you’ll have the opportunity to get some of the best seats in the house at a bargain price. [Read More…]
Pumpkins, hay rides and games are just a few of the time-honored fall harvest traditions and old-fashioned family fun to be celebrated at CALF Lowell Ranch’s 133-acre property on Saturday, September 29. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. stroll the grounds, see the livestock, choose the perfect pumpkin right out of the patch, and enjoy educational demonstrations. [Read More…]
Shop now at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ annual Fall Plant and Bulb Sale for gorgeous blooms next spring. Thousands of bulbs and unique plants are available for your autumn planting pleasure. Hours are Friday & Saturday, September 28 & 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Gardens’ West Terrace. Admission to the sale is FREE and Botanic Gardens members get a 10% discounts off all purchases. [Read More…]
Dozens of visual artists call the Stapleton neighborhood home. On Saturday & Sunday, September 29 & 30, you can take a peek inside of their home studios to both meet the artists and gain insight into the artistic process during the Stapleton Open Studios Tour. Event artists live and/or work in the area. You can bike, walk or drive from one studio to another. [Read More…]
With spectacular weekend weather predicted, the mountains beckon. Avoid I-70 traffic and head for a nearby mountain town for fall fun and (hopefully) fall colors. On Saturday, September 29, Nederland’s Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center hosts the 18th Annual Enchanted Forest from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
At the in-town nature center itself, youngsters can meet the live birds of prey and a young Tyrannosaur, get their faces painted and make their own costumes. Catch the FREE shuttle to Wild Bear’s property at Mud Lake Open Space, where the fun continues. [Read More…]
Plein air painting has become a thing in the metro area, with events scheduled here and there. The next occasion to see and celebrate this skill is the inaugural Central City Plein Air Festival, from Friday, September 28 through Sunday, September 30. Twenty artists from around the country set up their easels in quaint Central City for three days to paint fall landscapes and historic architecture within a 3-mile radius of the Central City Opera House. Click here for a schedule. [Read More…]
We know it’s a bit of drive (but a lovely one) from the metro area to Red Feather Lakes in the hills above Fort Collins, but $50 for green fees and a cart is hard to beat. That’s the deal through the end of September at the Golf Club at Fox Acres. At 8,300 ft., it boasts a scenic driving range and 460 acres of natural features and holes that provide several elevation changes, 15 shimmering lakes and more than 100 sand traps. [Read More…]
You’ve heard the adage “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away.” Which leads us to ask, what about a glass (or two) of apple cider? Find out for yourself at the Morrison Ciderfest on Saturday, September 29 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The FREE festival includes live music, kids area with bounce castle, arts & crafts, hay and pony rides, food, beer and, of course, plenty of delicious cider. [Read More…]
Let the bugling begin as Estes Park hosts Elk Fest. As usual, the festival coincides with the annual autumn elk rut, providing the natural sight and sound spectacle created during the big game’s mating season in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. While the park charges an entrance fee or requires a National Parks Pass, the FREE Elk Fest is on Saturday & Sunday, September 29 & 30 from 10 a.m. to about 5 p.m. [Read More…]
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