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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Best Amazon Deals This Week: Lysol, Sun Bum, Bratz, Blink & More
Don’t spend hours looking for the best deals. 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. 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.
Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next, so the discounts might not be the same as listed here when you check. We do try to keep up! Here are a few great deals that caught our eye… [Read More…]
Special 50% Discount! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers DCPAccess Program with Discounted Tickets
See below for special 50% off sale! Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately for theater lovers on a budget, the city makes the arts more affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess. The much-loved program provides affordable access to its shows — even the occasional touring Broadway production. [Read More…]
Today! Smashburger Gives Away Totally Free Burger Every Time Rockies Hit a Homerun at Coors Field
The giveaway is available April 22 and 23, 2026! This season, the Golden Arches are out and Smashburger is in! Smashburger is now the Official Smashburger (of course!) of the Colorado Rockies for the 2026 MLB season. The partnership brings together two iconic Colorado favorites for a unique fan experience, thanks to a juicy giveaway of the restaurant’s bold, crave-worthy burgers. [Read More…]
Today! Nuggets Passes Available — Avs & Nuggets Host Free Watch Parties at Ball Arena During Playoffs
Fan Zone Passes for Nuggets Game 5 available Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. (while supplies last). Avs and Nuggets fans can watch all the home playoff games thanks to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. The organization is creating huge FREE Fan Zones and live game broadcast viewing areas outside Ball Arena by closing Chopper Circle between 9th Street and 11th Street during all Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche home playoff games. Passes are required for entry to either Fan Zone. [Read More…]
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Half Gallon of Milk for $1.39
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…]
Cinco de Mayo Festival 2026 Fills Civic Center Park May 2 & 3
The annual Cinco de Mayo Festival takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park, Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. More than 200 exhibitors and food vendors will be serving up the best in Colorado Mexican cuisine. A variety of local, regional and international talents will appear on three stages. A parade gets the fiesta started at 11 a.m. on Saturday. [Read More…]
Community Shred-A-Thon at Eastern Star Masonic Community April 25
It might be a good idea to finish up that spring cleaning by going through all those old storage boxes and file cabinets, gather all of your “no-longer-needed” documents and get them safely shredded. The Eastern Star Masonic Retirement Community is the site for a Shred-A-Thon on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon. [Read More…]
High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Spring?
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…]
King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend
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 April 25 to 27, 2026. [Read More…]
Red Lobster Brings Back Popular Endless Shrimp for Limited Time
Get ready for lots of shrimp on your plate at Red Lobster! When it comes to seafood, shrimp is at top of the list for many seafood fans. However, dining out on shrimp can be expensive…very expensive. That’s what makes the popular seafood restaurant’s Endless Shrimp even tastier for those shrimp lovers without a jumbo budget. [Read More…]
Domino’s Slices 50% Off Regular Pizza Prices This Week
Pizza party, anyone? Everyone loves pizza! Even more so when it’s topped with lots of zesty savings. And Domino’s is slicing its pizza prices for one week. For hungry bargain hunters, it’s the perfect excuse for a family gathering or office party. Add a few liters of soft drinks and bagged salads from the grocery store and you’re all ready-to-go. Pizza party time!