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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Today! Dairy Queen Celebrates Start of Spring with Free Cone Day for All
Chill out this spring at DQ! Dairy Queen is king to ice cream lovers, thanks to the shop’s popular cones, sundaes, shakes and, of course, Blizzards. And they’ve been the coolest place for cool treats ever since they first opened in 1940. The ice cream shop celebrates spring with its annual (and extremely popular) FREE Cone Day on March 19, 2026.
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Glowing Wild Lights Up The Denver Zoo This Spring. Watch New Video!
Glowing Wild at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance returns for its second year, inviting Colorado families to travel the world in a single evening, from the lush forests of Asia to radiant reefs of Australia. Guests will experience the glimmer of 60 illuminated scenes and 175 new larger-than-life lantern sculptures that bring animals and their stories to light, all handcrafted by Chinese artisans. Glowing Wild is a limited-time event on select nights from March 13 through May 10, 2026. [Read More…]
53+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!
The Front Range is hopping with Easter Egg Hunts! Here’s the latest, based on what we could dig up. Some are hosted Easter weekend, others the weekend prior. Hunts are sorted by date and city. Most are FREE, unless otherwise noted. Remember to bring some sort of basket or bucket for the kids to collect their eggs and treats.
Be sure to note the time and date of all events, as some divide the hunt based on age. And, since candy-seeking kids can sweep an entire field of treats clean in a matter of minutes, we suggest arriving early to nab a good spot. Happy Egg Hunting! [Read More…]
Sugar Plum Bazaar Spring Fling In Littleton
Just in time for Easter and Mother’s Day and all those other special occasions where you need a unique gift, comes the Sugar Plum Bazaar Spring Fling. The FREE event is Saturday & Sunday, March 28 & 29, 2026, at Aspen Grove in Unit 450. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
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Great Clips Offers $12.99 Haircuts for Limited Time
Snip! Snip! Snip! Any time you can cut your grooming costs, it’s definitely a beautiful day. And Great Clips is offering a rare opportunity to save money on your next haircut. There was a time when the popular salon regularly offered coupons in the paper or annual haircut sales, but nowadays it can be “hairy” to find any savings. That makes this deal a must for anyone on a tight budget. [Read More…]
Dave & Buster’s Offers Half-Price Games on Wednesdays and Sundays for Limited Time
Game on! Families looking for lots of fun-packed action should head to Dave & Buster’s. The entertainment complex has it all — a sports bar, restaurant and arcade. For those old enough, it’s not Pac-Man, Centipede or Frogger anymore. Now, everything is much more high-tech and interactive — with many games based on hit movies and characters. [Read More…]
Today! Enjoy Chipotle’s New Menu Item for Free for One Day Only
Get ready to get “saucy”, Chipotle fans! Featuring hand-chopped cilantro, lime, Mexican spices, sour cream and roasted jalapeños, the restaurant’s new Cilantro Lime Sauce adds bright, herb-forward flavor with balanced citrus and a subtle kick — available starting March 19, 2026 for a limited time. And, like all Chipotle ingredients, the sauce contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
Save Dough at Einstein Bros. with 13 Bagels and Two Tubs of Shmear at 50% Off
Looking to save some dough on bagels? Bagels and cream cheese are the perfect pairing for a quick breakfast or midday snack. And Einstein Bros. Bagels is making it easier and more affordable to enjoy your favorites with its limited-time Baker’s Dozen & Shmear Special. Pick up a discounted dozen for your family, workplace or school. [Read More…]
Today! Enjoy 99¢ Corn Dogs at SONIC Drive-In for One Day Only
Hey, corn dog lovers! Thanks to this corny deal from SONIC Drive-In, everyone can bite into a dog (or two) without breaking the budget. According to the fast-food restaurant, the snack is “a delicious hot dog surrounded in sweet corn batter and fried to a crispy golden brown.” And it doesn’t get much better than a delicious corn dog slathered in lots of mustard…and savings! [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 March 21 to 23, 2026. [Read More…]
Ziggi’s Coffee Pours Totally Free Chai Tea for All
Raise your cup, chai tea lovers! Starbucks recently changed its chai tea recipe. And the jury is still out on whether it’s a hit or miss among chai tea aficionados. However, Ziggi’s Coffee is reminding customers how popular and delicious its chai tea has always been by giving it away for FREE. (MHOTC is a big fan of chai tea and can attest that Ziggi’s serves one of the best in town — especially the Vanilla Bee Chai!) [Read More…]