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This Weekend

Free & Cheap things to do this weekend in Denver

Free & Cheap things to do this weekend in Denver

Kids Eat Free

Here's a list of restaurants where kids eat FREE

Here's a list of restaurants where kids eat FREE

Holiday Markets

Find bargains on our holiday craft show list

Find bargains on our holiday craft show list

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117 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver

November 17, 2025 By MHOTC Staff Leave a Comment

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.

Looking for trivia nights? Check out this long list of trivia events.

If you don’t already, keep up with the latest deals, discounts and freebies by signing up for our daily e-newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook. Click on each link for details, as some events may require registration.

Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]

Enter MHOTC’s Annual Holiday Giveaway: $50 Target Gift Card — 15 Winners!

November 17, 2025 By Laura 310 Comments

Happy Holidays, frugal friends! It’s that time of the year again to eat, drink and be merry. However, you should always celebrate on a budget, so we’re hoping to make the holidays a little merrier for a few lucky readers with our annual holiday giveaway. This year, there will be fifteen (15) winners! Each will receive a $50 Target gift card for their very own little mini holiday shopping spree on Mile High On The Cheap! [Read More…]

Castle Rock Starlighting Brings Community Together

November 17, 2025 By Laura Leave a Comment

The Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to celebrate Starlighting downtown on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The FREE event features caroling, dancing, Santa Claus, hot chocolate, Kids Zone and more — all along Wilcox Square. [Read More…]

Today! King Soopers Celebrates Broncos’ Sweet Victories with Free Donuts for Fans

November 17, 2025 By Bryan 2 Comments

This deal is on today, Monday, November 17, after the Broncos defeated the Kansas City Chiefs yesterday. The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Broncos to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory this season. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Denver Broncos. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain will celebrate the team’s game day victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]

Denver Lights Up City & County Building For Holiday Season

November 17, 2025 By Laura Leave a Comment

The annual Light the Lights celebration kicks off the daily holiday light and music show on the plaza and steps of Denver’s City and County Building. This year’s event is Friday, November 21, 2025. At approximately 5:15 pm, the giant switch will be flipped by Mayor Mike Johnston, illuminating the City and County Building in an overload of holiday cheer! [Read More…]

QDOBA Trots Out Free Burritos for Popular Thanksgiving Tradition

November 17, 2025 By Bryan Leave a Comment

Turkey is not the only course on the menu this Thanksgiving. Families can also feast on bargain burritos, thanks to QDOBA. There are many Thanksgiving traditions around the country, but one of the most universal is the famous Turkey Trot. A chance to have a little fun and burn a few calories before indulging on the biggest feast of the year! [Read More…]

Freddy’s Offers 3 ‘Snack Week’ Specials Ahead of Black Friday

November 17, 2025 By Bryan Leave a Comment

Get ready for Black Friday shopping at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers! The bargains are starting early at the popular fast-food restaurant, thanks to its “Snack Week” specials — from November 24 to 26, 2025. It’s an opportunity to enjoy three popular Freddy’s snacks at a special price. [Read More…]

Last Day! King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend

November 17, 2025 By Bryan Leave a Comment

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 November 15 to 17, 2025. [Read More…]

Boulder Switches on Holiday Lights on November 23

November 16, 2025 By Laura Leave a Comment

Holiday LightsDowntown Boulder, always a fun destination, really shines during the holidays. Festivities begin Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2 p.m. (earlier than in year’s past) with “Switch on the Holidays” when the Art Deco Boulder County Courthouse and the plaza in front of it (1300 block of Pearl Street) are illuminated. Santa, assisted by Mrs. Claus and downtown’s very own Freezie the Snowman, counts down to the grand illumination of the courthouse, the Pearl Street Mall and East and West Pearl. [Read More…]

83 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

November 16, 2025 By MHOTC Staff 

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…]

Whole Foods Market Opens New Denver Metro Location with Free Tote Bags, Savings & More

November 16, 2025 By Bryan Leave a Comment

Get ready for a “whole” new grocery store experience! Whole Foods Market is opening a new 49,500-square-foot store in Lakewood at 14225 W. Colfax Ave. on December 9, 2025. The store is a relocation of the existing Colfax store (14357 W. Colfax Ave.), which has served the community for more than 27 years. The store’s daily hours will be from 8 a.m. to  9 p.m. [Read More…]

BOGO Any Menu Item Today! New Smoothie King Offers Grand Opening Week Specials — Including Free 20-oz. Smoothies!

November 16, 2025 By Bryan Leave a Comment

Get treated like royalty at this grand opening celebration! A new Smoothie King (8000 E. Belleview Ave.) is opening November 17, 2025 in Greenwood Village. And it’s brought to you by Cherokee Trail High School alum and retired NFL outside linebacker Josh Martin and his sister Gabby. Smoothie King is the leading smoothie franchise in the U.S., with more than 1,300 locations worldwide. [Read More…]

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