Ring the dinner bell! The deal is on for hungry bargain hunters — today, Monday, August 3. Can you hear the crack of the bat…or is that the crunch of a taco? If you need another reason to cheer on the Colorado Rockies, Taco Bell is again offering its very popular taco promo this baseball season — from March 26 to September 28. Most locations in the Denver metro area are participating. However, as always, check first before ordering or, even better, call ahead. (There may be other locations participating in Colorado — just check first.) [Read More…]
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Meet & Greet Five Special Princesses At Outlets At Castle Rock
Royalty comes to the Outlets at Castle Rock. Yes, it’s time for the annual Princess Meet & Greet. Five special princesses are expected to be on hand Saturday, August 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Snow Queen, the Snow Princess, the Polynesian Princess, Sleeping Beauty and the Little Mermaid will each be waiting in front of their individual castles for fans to meet them. [Read More…]
Food Truck Grab N’ Go: Northglenn Brings Food Trucks & Music To Neighborhoods
If you can’t get to the restaurant, why not bring great dining to your neighborhood? That’s the idea behind Northglenn’s Food Truck Grab N’ Go. The event will be held in four parks (one park located in each city ward) on Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. You’ll get a chance to enjoy different food trucks in your neighborhood each date. But wait, there’s more! [Read More…]
Arapahoe County’s Pictures on the Plains — ‘Jurassic Park’
There’s nothing “plain” about this experience! Going to the movies is tricky this summer. However, Arapahoe County has devised a unique option with its Pictures on the Plains. Watch a flick from your very own socially-distanced “pod” on the grass. Families are invited to spend a night under the stars at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, August 12 and watch Jurassic Park on the big outdoor screen. [Read More…]
97 Free & Cheap Things To Do This Week Around Denver
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. For now, you’ll find a mix of in-person and virtual events. 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.
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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
Out Boulder County Hosts Drive-In Screening at Boulder Reservoir
As part of Boulder Pride Week 2020, Out Boulder County is hosting its very first LGBTQ Drive-In film screening with The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Gather friends and family in your car with snacks (and lots of enthusiasm!) and head down to the Boulder Reservoir on Wednesday, September 9 at 7 p.m. for a fun night under the stars. [Read More…]
New Offer — Cookbooks. Mile High On The Cheap Deals – Businesses: Add Yours For Free!
In these times, we want to help Denver and Boulder area businesses reach customers and help readers find the services they need. And we all like a deal. So we’ve created Mile High on the Cheap Deals. Businesses (restaurants, retailers, services) can list discounts or deals. Customers can save money. Everyone wins. But we need your help to build our list, so please spread the word to friends, family and your favorite businesses. [Read More…]
Today! Free Entry To All Colorado State Parks On Monday, August 3
Colorado Parks and Wildlife joins the celebration of Colorado’s acceptance into statehood with FREE entry to all Colorado State Parks (that includes 41 state parks and 300 state wildlife areas) on Monday, August 3. Park entrance fees are waived, but activities like fishing and camping will still require a valid license or permit. [Read More…]
53 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. While life is far from normal, we’ve decided to restart our popular list of free and cheap things to do over the weekend. For now, you’ll find a activities you can do out of the house, along with a curated list of virtual online concerts, festivals and sporting events. Get set weekend planners, we’ve done all the work for you… [Read More…]
29 Places To Find Made-in-Colorado Face Masks — More Added!
With the latest statewide order, all Coloradans must wear face coverings in public places. If you’re looking for face masks, and for a way to help support local businesses, here are some Colorado-centric masks from Denver-area designers and shops. Masks are a way of protecting the people around you, in case you’re infected and don’t know it. Now you can show that you care not just for the people with whom you come in contact, but for the Mile High City and Centennial State. [Read More…]
Drive-In Movie Theaters Are Popping Up All Over Town – Here’s A List
Going to the movies is just a given in the summer for families looking for blockbuster fun, especially under a beautiful Colorado evening sky. In a typical year, there are dozens of outdoor film series at community parks and sports fields. Unfortunately, as with most summer events, many have been canceled. However, all is not lost. Drive-in movie theaters, both permanent and pop-up, are making a big comeback all over town. [Read More…]
Elitch Gardens Will Not Open In 2020. Passes & Tickets To Be Transferred to 2021
Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park has announced it will not open for the 2020 season. In a press release, the company said park ownership and management are disappointed not to be able to entertain the more than one million guests who visit the Park every season and regret not being able to hire the 1,400+ people normally employed each summer. [Read More…]
Free Audio Tours Available For Civic Center Park and Downtown Denver
No tour guide? No problem. You can now take a “guided” tour through Downtown Denver or Civic Center Park as long as you have a smart device and some headphones. Starting August 4, Denver Architecture Foundation is releasing two audio tour journeys, featuring 24 locations historically significant to Denver and Colorado and highlighting more than a century of Denver’s architecture and cultural history. The tours are FREE and downloadable here. [Read More…]
Active Military & Veterans Get In Free To Colorado State Parks In August
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering active duty military, veterans and the National Guard free admission to all state parks for the month of August. Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado state park or CPW office by showing proof of service. [Read More…]
