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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147 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. 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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Family Dollar Store Closing at Leetsdale & Quebec
The Family Dollar store at 7150 Leetsdale Dr., Unit 18 (Leetsdale & Quebec) in Denver is closing. Closeout sales are one of the best ways to find lots of great deals on many popular items — all in one spot. According to a store employee, the store will be open until June 20, 2026, or when there is no more merchandise in the store — so likely the store will close well before that date. [Read More…]
Memorial Day Weekend’s Boulder Creek Festival 2026 Offers Music, Food & Fun
The Boulder Creek Festival returns to downtown Boulder over Memorial Day weekend, May 22 to 25, 2026. The four-day fest will kick off with a FREE concert by Grateful Dead cover band Steely Dead at the Glen Huntington Bandshell on Friday night, May 22 — followed by three days of live music, a beer fest, artisans, local eats, family-friendly activities and more to celebrate the Boulder community. [Read More…]
Protect Pollinators with Totally Free Flower Seeds from National Geographic
Dig in and help protect pollinators and the planet! Flowers are so much more than just beautiful and fragrant. The simple act of planting pollinator-friendly flower seeds provides the foundation for a healthy food chain and thriving ecosystem. And National Geographic is helping the cause by giving away FREE flowers seeds to plant in your own garden. [Read More…]
Fun For Kiddos! Touch-A-Truck at Smoky Hill Library May 20
Honk the horn and turn the wheel at ‘Touch-a-Truck’! Construction trucks and other cool vehicles are taking over the parking lot at Smoky Hill Library on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.. Kids 0 to 8 can climb aboard and explore these larger-than-life trucks up close. Plus, meet the everyday heroes who drive them! [Read More…]
Eat Up Food & Fun at Civic Center EATS 2026
One of Denver’s tasty traditions is revved up again. Civic Center EATS is the largest gathering of food trucks in the Denver metro area. The tasty lunchtime caravan runs every Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All food offerings from the 10 to 12 food trucks are between $6 and $20. [Read More…]
Boulder Creek Festival Hosts Two Free Creekside Movie Nights in May
Here’s yet another family-friendly movie night under the Colorado stars! Boulder Creek Festival is thrilled to announce their collaboration with Sundance Film Festival – one of the first Sundance activations since moving to Colorado. The two organizations are co-hosting a FREE Creekside Movie Night on Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read More…]
Safeway Offers $7 “Cheep Chicken!” Special Every Monday
Cheep! Cheep! If you’re a fan of fried chicken, make Safeway a must stop every week for cheap chicken. The grocery store offers its popular “Cheep Chicken!” special every Monday — for a limited time. No digital coupon needed…just scan your shopper’s loyalty card at check out. With the weekly sale, you could make every Monday “Fried Chicken Night” at the dinner table. [Read More…]
King Soopers Celebrates Colorado Avalanche’s Sweet Victories with Free Donuts for Fans
Go, Avs! Watch the game tonight (May 11) to see if the Avalanche win against the Minnesota Wild! The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Colorado Avalanche to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory during the NHL playoffs. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Colorado Avalanche. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain will celebrate the team’s victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]
New Burger Available! Shake Shack Gives Away Free Burgers All Month Long for National Burger Month in May
Happy National Burger Month! Shake Shack is shaking up National Burger Month with a juicy deal every week in May for burger lovers. The chain’s burgers are made with a custom 100% Angus beef blend, never frozen, no hormones or antibiotics ever, humanely raised and grazed in the U.S. You will definitely want to make Shake Shack a stop for lunch or dinner this month! [Read More…]
This Saturday! Get Free Pet Giveaway Kit for Dogs & Cats at Target for One Day Only
Tails will be waggin’ at Target for National Pet Month! On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Target is celebrating National Pet Month with a FREE Dog or Cat Giveaway Kit at participating locations — from noon to 4 p.m. Kits will include food samples and treats for your furry companion to enjoy. [Read More…]
Last Day to Enter! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Hit Michael Jackson Musical ‘MJ’ in Denver
Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big musical coming to the Mile High City is MJ. The hit musical “goes beyond Michael Jackson’s singular moves and signature sound, offering a rare glimpse at the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour.” [Read More…]
Shop Firefly Boulder Spring Market For Local Artisan Goods May 16 & 17
Those who value unique hand-made items for themselves or as gifts head for the Firefly Handmade Boulder Spring Market and its 80 or so local artisans. It takes place Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder. Firefly Handmade is the Front Range’s premier marketplace for exclusively handmade artisan goods. [Read More…]
Colorado Markets Offer Multiple Opportunities To Shop Local
Local artisans, crafters, farmers and vendors will have come together for an indoor/outdoor shopping experience. Colorado Markets stages events multiple events per month in different locations: Northglenn Marketplace, Arapahoe Community College, Arvada Marketplace, near Park Meadows and others. Each affords the chance to shop local and meet the artisans. Food trucks will be on hand, too. [Read More…]
Kids Eat Free at Taziki’s Mediterranean Café Every Sunday
Frugal families are always on the lookout for ways to save money, especially when dining out. And one of the best ways to save money at the dining table is with “Kids Eat Free” offers. Thankfully, Taziki’s Mediterranean Café is making dining out more affordable for families with its weekly kids eat free deal at two locations. [Read More…]
Chipotle Offers Special Buy-One-Get-One Deal with Gift Card Purchase
Congratulations! It’s time for graduates to look forward to a “big, shiny” future — just like Chipotle’s foil-wrapped burritos! There are many ways to congratulate graduates, but getting a Chipotle gift card may top their list — given the restaurant’s popularity among students. To celebrate the milestone, the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant is offering a special gift card bonus for a limited time.
Del Taco Tests New Value Menu in Denver & Colorado Springs — Starting at Just $1!
Get ready for a frugal fiesta, Denver! With just a few bucks, hungry bargain hunters can enjoy lots of spicy savings at Del Taco. Best of all, the popular restaurant’s new Value Menu is being test marketed in Denver and Colorado Springs. Find many popular menu items on the new value menu at participating locations — starting at just $1! [Read More…]
Last Day! Sprouts Farmers Market Holds Sweet 72-Hour Sale This Weekend
Bargain hunters will definitely appreciate this limited-time sale! The bargains are always bountiful at Sprouts Farmers Market. However, the savings are even more fruitful this weekend. The grocery store is holding its popular 72-Hour Sale from May 8 to 10, 2026. Now’s the time to stock up on savings for three days only! [Read More…]
Mother’s Day Gifts: 15 Tulips for $9.99 + 33% Off Body Care & Candles at Whole Foods Market
Tulips are the signature flower for spring! The flowers are perfect for sprucing up your home with a touch of spring or giving a bunch to Mom for Mother’s Day. It’s rare to find a great deal on them this time of year because of their popularity. That’s why we’re highlighting this sale from Whole Foods Market. [Read More…]