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…]
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Updated! 14 Cool Deals for National Ice Cream Day in Denver — Including Free Ice Cream!
Ice cream and summer will always be the perfect partnership forever and ever. (Actually, isn’t ice cream perfect for any season or any reason?) It just doesn’t get much better than enjoying your favorite flavor of the creamy concoction on a hot summer day. And, with the temperatures hitting record highs lately, National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19, 2026 is the perfect excuse to lick a scoop or two. [Read More…]
Build Beyond Borders: A Family-Friendly STEM & Music Festival
Build Beyond Borders: A STEM & Music Festival is a family-friendly evening of science, music, and fun on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Number 38. The FREE events is hosted by the Engineers Without Borders – Denver Professional Chapter. It features live music, games, hands-on engineering activities, food and drinks, and engaging presentations that highlight the chapter’s global projects. Attendees are invited to support the organization’s mission through donations while enjoying an evening of learning, innovation, and community celebration. [Read More…]
Historic Elitch Theatre Presents Free Summer Concerts
The Historic Elitch Theatre offers its summer music programming, Concerts in the Carousel with three FREE summer concerts inside the beautifully restored Historic Elitch Carousel Shell. These Sunday evening performances showcase talented local artists and are set for once a month in July, August and September. All concerts start at 6 p.m. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale. Here’s A List Of All The Deals
The 2026 Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale offers deals and savings at some of Denver’s most interesting and most prestigious shops. From Thursday to Sunday, July 16 to 19, 2026, the sale enables shoppers to to snag once-a-year deals from dozens of participating retailers, restaurants, fitness studios, art galleries, salons, spas and more. All you need to do to score the best deals is look for the red balloons. [Read More…]
New Summit Canyon Opens Today! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2026
See bottom of the page for Costco savings! When the summer temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World (8801 N. Pecos St.) in Federal Heights is one of the best (and most fun!) ways to cool off in Colorado. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in the state, the popular water park now boasts more than 50 water adventures, including a new area for 2026 — Summit Canyon! [Read More…]
Walmart’s The Wellness Event Offers Free Health Screenings, Low-Cost Immunizations & More
Walmart is inviting all communities across Colorado to get healthy at its The Wellness Event on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Savvy savers are well-skilled at calculating the numbers for maximum savings at the checkout stand. However, it’s equally important to know the numbers when it comes to monitoring your health.
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Chipotle Gives Away Free Burritos During World Cup Finals
Can I get a water cup, please? Chipotle is turning one of soccer’s newest matchday traditions into a $1 million burrito giveaway inspired by the long-running social conversation surrounding the restaurant’s iconic water cups. It’s widely known that many customers “accidentally” fill the water cups with lemonade. Oops! [Read More…]
Raising Cane’s Celebrates National Chicken Finger Day with Free (Of Course!) Chicken Fingers
Mmm…chicken fingers! For many chicken finger aficionados, there’s only one place to celebrate National Chicken Finger Day on Monday, July 27, 2026. And that’s at Raising Cane’s! The popular eatery is known for its delicious chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw and Texas Toast — all packaged in its signature Box Combo. [Read More…]
Extra Baseball Innings Means Free Subs at Firehouse Subs This Summer
Take me out to the ball game! Firehouse Subs is now the Official Sub of Major League Baseball and that means “Extra Innings, Extra Subs” is officially in play. (The deal is the sub shop’s first national sports league partnership in its 31-year history.) For many, Firehouse Subs are the best — always made with premium ingredients and always delicious! [Read More…]
Krispy Kreme Celebrates 89th Birthday with Dozen Doughnuts for 89¢
Birthday celebrations are always so sweet, but it’s even sweeter when it’s Krispy Kreme’s big day! The popular doughnut shop is celebrating its 89th birthday with a sweet deal for doughnut lovers. That’s nearly nine decades of serving its hot and fresh Original Glazed doughnuts. (Can you fit 89 candles on a doughnut?) [Read More…]
Insomnia Cookies Offers Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Special on All Cookies for Limited Time
Cookies make everyone happy, no matter the time of day! However, Insomnia Cookies is making cookie lovers smile a bit more with its limited-time Happy Hour special. The popular cookie shop is known for its rotating line-up of delicious cookies, including limited-time, Classic and Deluxe flavors. They also serve ice cream for the perfect sweet combo — a warm cookie topped with cool ice cream! [Read More…]
Today! Natural Grocers Gives Away Mystery Discount Coupons This Thursday
Naturally, bargain hunters want to save money at the grocery store! That’s why they’re always on the lookout for discounts, promos and coupons. And Natural Grocers is helping shoppers save money at checkout, but the exact amount is a bit of a mystery! Set an alarm and be one of the first customers to shop at the popular local grocery store on Thursday, July 16, 2026 for bonus savings. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Wish Gifts Holds Summer Sidewalk Sale in Denver for Four Days — Starting at 50% Off
If you’re wishing for savings on lots of fun, cute and quirky gifts, mark your calendar to go bargain shopping this weekend. Wish Gifts is holding its popular Summer Sidewalk Sale with savings starting at 50% off — from July 16 to 19, 2026. The sale is held a the gift shop’s Happy Canyon location (5060 E. Hampden Ave.) in Denver. [Read More…]
On Sale Today! Olive Garden’s Unlimited Pasta Pass: 13 Weeks of Never-Ending Pasta Bowl for $100
How much (and in what combinations) could you eat pasta for 13 weeks? Just think of the pasta-bilities! Fortunately for pasta fans, Olive Garden’s popular Never-Ending Pasta Pass is back for 2026 — after a six-year absence! It’s an opportunity to enjoy endless amounts of pasta —including the restaurant’s famous unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks! [Read More…]
Today! Chicken Salad Chick Scoops Totally Free Chicken Salad for National Chicken Salad Day
Have you heard the latest scoop from Chicken Salad Chick? The nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant is celebrating its inaugural National Chicken Salad Day on Thursday, July 16, 2026 by scooping a big giveaway for chicken salad fans. Established by Chicken Salad Chick, National Chicken Salad Day will be celebrated yearly on the third Thursday in July. [Read More…]
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: General Mills Cereal for $1.79
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…]
Take A Trip Around The World at Denver International Festival
The world comes together the city’s largest celebration of global food, music and art at the Denver International Festival on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the heart of Historic Five Points. The family-friendly festival is FREE and open to all. Shake your hips to the sounds of Salsa, feel the bass of live African drums, get down to the rhythm of Reggae and rock out with live performers. [Read More…]
Baskin-Robbins Celebrates National Ice Cream Month with Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Deal
We all scream for ice cream — even more so when it’s at a cool price! And one of the best places to enjoy a scoop or two of the iconic sweet treat is at Baskin-Robbins. The popular ice cream shop is topping off National Ice Cream Month with a sweet special on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Get ready to enjoy your favorite flavor or enjoy one of the shop’s limited-time, seasonal concoctions. [Read More…]
American Museum of Western Art Open for Free for The First Time in Over a Decade for Colorado Day. Reserve Timed Tickets Before They Are Gone
For the first time in over a decade the American Museum of Western Art is opening on a Saturday. In celebration of Colorado’s 150th Anniversary, AMWA will open on Saturday, August 1, 2026, offering FREE Self-Guided timed admission. It is highly recommended that you reserve a timed ticket here, as this event is expected to sell out. Galleries close at 4:30 pm. Last admission is at 4 pm. The Museum does not allow children under 8 years of age. [Read More…]