Set your reminder now and don’t be late for this very important date with Kylie Jenner! It seems the Kardashians are everywhere and now they’re showing up at Dunkin’. Kylie has partnered with the popular donut and coffee shop to launch a new, limited-time series of beverages — The King Kylie Collection. The beverages are the perfect way to stay cool while “being cool” on a hot summer day! [Read More…]
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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…]
223 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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Best Indoor Play Areas for Kids Around Denver
When the kiddos are bored or the weather is being uncooperative (too hot or too cold) you may be looking for a place for them to play. This list of indoor play areas around Denver should come in handy.
I’ve included all sorts of activities, some free and some with an admission fee. For some of the pricier attractions, I noted if there’s a Groupon available (and you should always check Groupon yourself for those not marked, as new Groupons pop up from time to time). Also keep in mind memberships are a great way to save big.
This list is by no means comprehensive as there are a gazillion spots across the metro area. Know of something that should be in the list? Just email laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read More…]
Pearl Street Arts Fest in Downtown Boulder Showcases 100+ Artists
Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall between 11th and 15th Streets becomes one large outdoor gallery during the annual Pearl Street Arts Fest. This juried show features more than 100 local and visiting artists (from 22 states), some of whom provide demonstrations even as they showcase their work. Admission is FREE. This year’s festival is Friday to Sunday, July 17 to 19, 2026. [Read More…]
Watch Masterful Chainsaw Artists Compete at Chainsaws & Chuckwagons In Frederick
Only the most masterful chainsaw carvers can turn giant logs into beautiful works of art and they’re gathering in Frederick to compete against each other! Chainsaws & Chuckwagons is set for July 15 to 18, 2026, at Frederick’s Centennial Park. The carving competition will take place each day, alongside family entertainment and food trucks (Chuckwagons). [Read More…]
9 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…]
Boots & Brews Festival in Downtown Castle Rock on July 25 After Douglas County Fair Parade
Downtown Castle Rock hosts Boots & Brews, an old-fashioned fair, in Festival Park on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The FREE family-friendly event features food trucks, a mechanical bull (take your shot on an eight-second ride), beer and live music. Everything starts right after the Douglas County Fair Parade. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Sweet Action Celebrates National Ice Cream Week with Cool Daily Deals
We all scream for ice cream — even louder when it’s at a cool price! And there are so many amazing ice cream shops in the Mile High City, including the always-delicious Sweet Action. From Monday, July 13 to Sunday, July 19, 2026, the popular local ice cream shop is celebrating National Ice Cream Week by offering daily deals to all of its loyal fans. [Read More…]
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Celebrates National SPAM Musubi Day with Free Giveaway
Aloha, SPAM fans! (Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!) The largest Hawai‘i-based restaurant chain, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, is celebrate the 6th annual National SPAM Musubi Day on Saturday, August 8, 2026 with a big giveaway for SPAM lovers. What’s SPAM Musubi? Musubi has roots in Japanese food traditions brought to Hawaiʻi by immigrant communities in the 19th century. [Read More…]
Tennyson Street Fair Is The City’s Hottest Summer Block Party
The Tennyson Street Fair is now a two-day affair set for Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18, 2026. The neighborhood festival extends multiple blocks on Tennyson from West 39th Ave. to West 43rd Ave. and will be bringing Tennyson businesses and other local businesses out into the street. Shop from 100+ local vendors at the maker’s market, enjoy delicious eats and Tennyson-brewed craft beers and libations while listening to live music and more. [Read More…]
117 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. 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…]
Today! Casa Bonita: Fall & Winter (Including Holidays!) 2026 Reservations Open on July 13
Raise your flag for sopaipillas, Denver! The wait is finally over. If you’ve been wanting to experience the “new and improved” Casa Bonita, it’s your time to get in line without having to wait for your name to be drawn in a lottery. For many fans, it was frustrating because it could take months for your name to be drawn. Now the restaurant operates just like most others by making reservations in advance. [Read More…]
Sign-Up Now! 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…]
Last Day! Popeyes Brings Back Big Deal with Popular $6 Big Box — Includes Chicken, Sides and Biscuit!
Popeyes has the savings all boxed up…again! Bargain hunters know that bundled meal deals are the best option to save money when dining out. They always offer more value than buying each menu item separately. And, if there’s more food than you can eat, you can always save the extra for a midnight snack. [Read More…]
Today! When Rockies Steal a Base, Fans Score Totally Free Pizza at Jet’s Pizza
The giveaway is available today, Monday, July 13, 2026! Here’s a new deal for Colorado Rockies fans to “steal” this season! Watch the games closely to see if the Rockies steal a base during all of the action on the baseball field because, when they do, fans can jet over to Jet’s Pizza for a hot giveaway. Jet’s is known for its famous Detroit-style pizzas, as well as fresh salads, breads, and desserts. [Read More…]
To-moo-row! Dress Like a Cow for Free Entrée on Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-A
Admittedly, some people will do anything to score FREE food! And, to celebrate its 80th anniversary, Chick-fil-A is bringing back one of its most popular giveaways — Cow Appreciation Day! On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, “moo” into any Chick-fil-A dressed as a cow (Longhorn, Dairy, Hereford…your choice!) and enjoy a FREE entrée. It will be an “udderly” fun day for Chick-fil-A fans! [Read More…]
Starts Today! Enjoy Free Dilly Bar at Dairy Queen for One Week
For ice cream fans, it doesn’t get much cooler than enjoying their favorite treat on National Ice Cream Day — Sunday, July 19, 2026. And there’s no better place to celebrate the sweet day than at the king of all ice cream shops, Dairy Queen. This year, DQ is giving away its iconic Dilly Bar for one week to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.
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Jeopardy! Bar League Is Now at Buffalo Wild Wings Across Denver
Gather your friends and put your trivia skills to the test in the official Jeopardy!-style quiz. Respond to clues, earn points, compete for prizes, and climb the leaderboard. Whether you’re a longtime Jeopardy! fan or simply looking for a fun night out, Jeopardy! Bar League is a great way to put your trivia skills to the test, and best of all, it’s FREE to play! [Read More…]
Douglas County Fair Is A Good Time For All July 24 to August 2
Do you remember a time when the best of summer included the excitement, food and fun of your hometown County Fair and Rodeo? This year, recreate the good times at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo from July 24 to August 2, 2026, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. (On Monday & Tuesday, July 27 & 28 the Fair is closed.) [Read More…]