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…]
Make way for a new Wayfair, Denver! Many bargain hunters, including those who love decorating their home, have been waiting for The Wayfair Store to open at the Avenues at Northfield (8298 E. Northfield Blvd.) in Denver. And the big event is finally here! The new store will open on Friday, November 20, 2026 — with a grand opening celebration for three days. [Read More…]
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.
Chewy.com has one of its biggest sales going on right now! Spend $100+ on an order and get a $25 eGift card. Use promo code FALL to get the deal. Excludes Rx. There are some other restrictions. You do not have to be a new customer to get this deal which runs through October 26, 2026. [Read More…]
The holiday shopping season continues this week with a handful of 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…]
IKEA, at 9800 E. IKEA Way, Centennial, Colorado, is hosting several events and activities in October and November. These are FREE events just for IKEA Family members. Registration is required for each event and space is limited. Note: Events may reach full capacity for reservations. However, walk-ins are always welcome! Often, they have enough space to accommodate additional guests due to no-shows and the like. [Read More…]
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…]
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…]
BOO! Halloween is the perfect time to be corny (and silly!), especially with so many memories and traditions on the spooky night. And families can make Halloween a little “cornier” by stopping by Sonic Drive-In for a frightfully good deal on one of its most popular menu items. The whole gang of monsters can fill their belly on October 31, 2026 on a budget at the popular fast-food restaurant. [Read More…]
Trick-or-doughnut! Can Halloween be any sweeter? Well, Krispy Kreme is doing just that with lots of spooky treats in October. The popular doughnut shop just introduced an all-new Looney Tunes Halloween Collection — perfect for a Halloween celebration at the office or home. Plus, the shop is treating customers to a FREE doughnut on Halloween! [Read More…]
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Enjoy mid-week savings at Whole Foods Market. Smart shoppers will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Tuesday for lots of great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up rotisserie chicken, soups, ground beef, salads and more for lunch or dinner. [Read More…]
You don’t have to shell out big bucks to see top-notch theater productions. High schools and colleges across the Denver metro area stage plays and musicals, showcasing some of the best local talent to be found. Far from bare bones, you’ll find fully-realized scenery, costumes, lighting, choreography and often live orchestras. The best part? Ticket prices ($5 to $12) are a fraction of what you’d pay for a “professional” show. [Read More…]
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…]
No tricks here — just lots of sweet savings! King Soopers is offering a frightfully good deal on Halloween candy for one week. You can never have enough Halloween candy around the house in October, right? And not just for trick-or-treaters! Many families can’t help but snack on the sweets throughout the month, so it’s important to pick up an extra bag or two! [Read More…]
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…]
Panda Express fans in Colorado will definitely be happy about this new promo! Bargain hunters know that one of the best times to enjoy big savings is during happy hour. And, this October, Panda Express is offering a Happy Hour BOGO special exclusively at select locations in Colorado. Mark you calendar now, so you don’t miss out on the savings! [Read More…]
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…]
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE & CHEAP things to do around Denver. The list is updated daily, so check back often. Looking for more free and low-cost things to do in the following weeks? Find additional activities on our Mile High Events Calendar, which you can view by day or month.
Looking for trivia nights? Check out this long list of trivia events.
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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
We’ve had a ton of interest in our recent post about where to find free Thanksgiving dinners and food giveaways. Never has Colorado experienced a time when so many were in need of food. And with the holidays fast approaching, the rising cost of groceries and loss of subsidies (not to mention government furloughs) has been a triple whammy. [Read More…]
Cheer on the Broncos, Avalanche and Nuggets with some new gear! Fanatics is holding a fall sale with items up to 50% off. Use code GIFT to get the savings. The sale ends at the end of the day on October 19, 2026, but items might sell out before then. [Read More…]
Don’t spend hours looking for the best deals. Let MHOTC editors do the work for you! Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or — like us — just seeing what suits your fancy, take a look at this list we’ve pulled together for you. We scour Amazon for the best prices on everyday items and special treats. 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.
