¡Vamos Broncos! Watch Party is a FREE family-friendly event set for Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Empower Field at Mile High. The party starts at 1 p.m. inside the stadium. Watch the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers game on the big screen. Kickoff is at 2:05 p.m. While tickets are FREE, you do need them for entry. Get your FREE tickets here. (Note: Each order is limited to 2 tickets and only one order per person/email account.) [Read more…] about Free ¡Vamos Broncos! Watch Party at Empower Field at Mile High on October 11. Get Tickets Now!
lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much’ Sale — Up To 50% off
Lululemon has a section of their website called “We Made Too Much.” This is where you’ll find deep discounts on popular activewear — everything from yoga tights to tank tops to hoodies. Right now, there’s a bounty of end-of-summer workout apparel at great prices. C’mon, now’s the time to replace that sagging sports bra or stock up for your winter Pilates class so you never have to wear the same tee twice in a row. [Read more…] about lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much’ Sale — Up To 50% off
Fall Tool Sale at Boulder’s Resource Central on Oct. 10
Calling all DIYers, pros, and bargain hunters: Resource Central’s Fall Tool Sale is back. On Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., come shop thousands of quality reclaimed tools. You’ll find deeply discounted power tools, gardening tools, hand tools, construction gear, accessories, and more, all tested by the organization’s volunteers. [Read more…] about Fall Tool Sale at Boulder’s Resource Central on Oct. 10
Dig This! International Archaeology Day Celebrated at Red Rocks
The International Archaeology Day celebration is a FREE expo to learn, explore and experience archaeology. Professional and avocational archaeologists from around the state will demonstrate, discuss, and bring to life the cultures of Colorado’s past at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (Lower South Lot #2) on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Dig This! International Archaeology Day Celebrated at Red Rocks
Lands End Sale: 40% Off Your Order, 50% Off Fall Steals with NEW Promo Code (Up to 70% Off Clearance Items)
Never shop from Lands End without a promo code! There’s almost always a promo code that can save you a significant amount of money on timeless and well-made attire. There are tons of new arrivals on the site for fall. Right now, the promo code to use is MALLARDS. Receive up to 40% off most full-price items sitewide including new arrivals, 50% off “Fall Steals” and an extra 70% off most sale & clearance items online, in store or by phone. Receive free standard shipping to most US addresses and Canadian addresses with a purchase of $99 or greater online or by phone at Lands End. [Read more…] about Lands End Sale: 40% Off Your Order, 50% Off Fall Steals with NEW Promo Code (Up to 70% Off Clearance Items)
Win Reserved Seats To Movie Preview in Boulder – ‘The North’ + Post-Film Reception with Director and Actors
Shot entirely on location across Scotland’s West Highland Way and Cape Wrath Trail, The North follows two friends in their early thirties who reunite after a decade apart to undertake the grueling 330-mile journey. Chris (Bart Harder), a Dutchman, and Lluis (Carles Pulido), a Spaniard, navigate Scotland’s lush but unpredictable terrain and the emotional challenges of reconnecting, embarking on a journey filled with overwhelming natural beauty, unexpected epiphanies and life-changing self-discovery. [Read more…] about Win Reserved Seats To Movie Preview in Boulder – ‘The North’ + Post-Film Reception with Director and Actors
Don’t Pitch It – Fix It For Free at Helping Hands Repair Cafe
Do you have a flickering lamp, a bike with a flat, a chair with a broken rung, or a favorite garment with a hole? Don’t replace them, bring them to the Helping Hands Repair Café and work with a repair coach to fix your cherished items. The fix is FREE, and you can learn how it’s done. The event is on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at First Plymouth Congregational Church. [Read more…] about Don’t Pitch It – Fix It For Free at Helping Hands Repair Cafe
Westy Fest: Hot Air Balloons, Bounce Houses, Live Music & More In Westminster
Westminster kicks off fall with Westy Fest on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from noon to 8 p.m. at the City Park Soccer Fields. This FREE event includes carnival games, trick-or-treating, spectacular hot-air balloon night glow, drone show, live musical performances by local bands, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. You can even pick out the perfect pumpkin at the pumpkin patch! [Read more…] about Westy Fest: Hot Air Balloons, Bounce Houses, Live Music & More In Westminster
Anything Can Happen On Colfax – Spooky Opera Colorado Performance on Oct. 8
Things are getting a little spooky – and operatic – on Colfax Avenue. As part of the Anything Can Happen on Colfax campaign, Unique Enchantments will bring an unexpected evening of live music to Champagne Tiger on Thursday, October 8, 2026, featuring a selection of ever-so-slightly spooky performances by Opera Colorado. [Read more…] about Anything Can Happen On Colfax – Spooky Opera Colorado Performance on Oct. 8
Financial Planning Day: Free Workshops and One-On-One Advice
Trying to get a handle on your finances, but worried that an expert will try to sell you something? Check out Financial Planning Day on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Arvada. This FREE public event gives you an opportunity to address your personal finance questions privately with professional financial planners who can help you find the answers you need. There’s no sales pitch, no judgement. [Read more…] about Financial Planning Day: Free Workshops and One-On-One Advice
Ticket Deal For ‘LCC Presents’ Season Opener – Classical Pianist Pallavi Mahidhara
Lakewood Cultural Center (LCC) opens its 2026 season with a concert by classical pianist Pallavi Mahidhara on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. You can get Buy One, Get One Free tickets for the performance using the promo code FRIEND. [Read more…] about Ticket Deal For ‘LCC Presents’ Season Opener – Classical Pianist Pallavi Mahidhara
Harvest Festival at Littleton Museum on October 10
Come one, come all, to the annual Harvest Festival at the Littleton Museum. On the 1860s farm pick out your Halloween pumpkin, and then enjoy wagon rides, and other fun activities on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is no cost to listen to the music, watch demos or for photo ops. However, carnival games, wagon rides and refreshments require tickets which can be purchased the day of the event. [Read more…] about Harvest Festival at Littleton Museum on October 10
Four Mile Historic Park’s Pumpkin Harvest Festival Oct. 17 & 18
Besides rustling leaves, cool afternoon breezes and caramel apples, one of the great things about fall is all of the festivals. And one of the most popular is Four Mile Historic Park’s Pumpkin Harvest Festival in Denver on Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026. Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. [Read more…] about Four Mile Historic Park’s Pumpkin Harvest Festival Oct. 17 & 18
53+ Halloween Happenings On The Cheap Around Denver For Kids & Adults in 2026
Mile High Cheapskates love this time of the year. The ghouls, ghosts, zombies and witches are flying about the beautiful Colorado skies. Denver, Boulder and all points in between offer an abundance of Halloween activities for kids and adults. You don’t have to wait until October 31 for all the free and low-cost fun, with dozens of happenings filling the days and nights before All Hallow’s Eve.
Check out our list below for what’s on for 2026 (FREE to the best of our knowledge, unless indicated otherwise).
If there are any we’ve missed, email us the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to get them added to the list.
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Are You a Stanley Tumbler Fan? Stanley’s New ‘Last Call’ Online Store Offers 60% Off Classic Tumblers & New Releases
Good gear lasts a lifetime. Getting it on sale? That’s just smart. Stanley, a favorite with just about everyone we know, just launched Stanley Last Call, a brand new online outlet with everything 60% off. You’ll find classic faves and new releases at can’t-miss prices. From iconic tumblers to adventure-ready coolers, this is where timeless design meets a little extra value. These are the same rugged, reliable designs built for hot coffee, cold water, and every mile in between, now at a price worth raising your mug to. [Read more…] about Are You a Stanley Tumbler Fan? Stanley’s New ‘Last Call’ Online Store Offers 60% Off Classic Tumblers & New Releases
Denver PorchFest Turns Baker Neighborhood Into 85 Performance Stages
Denver PorchFest is a neighborhood music festival coming to the Baker neighborhood from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Porches, yards, driveways, patios, garages, and local spaces will become tiny stages for a day of live music, community, food, vendors, and local artists. The main festival will include performances throughout the neighborhood, plus a vendor fair and beer garden in Dailey Park. [Read more…] about Denver PorchFest Turns Baker Neighborhood Into 85 Performance Stages
Huge Outdoor Craft Show in Littleton at Ketring Park on October 3
Prepare your walking shoes. It’s time for the annual Littleton Craft Fair, sponsored by the Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum. Some 250 craft booths and 8,000 shoppers are expected on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Ketring Park. All items sold must be hand-crafted by the artist. Food will be available for purchase. The event is held rain or shine. No dogs, no strollers, no smoking. [Read more…] about Huge Outdoor Craft Show in Littleton at Ketring Park on October 3
Rebel Bread Presents Denver Bake Fest – Competition & Tasting October 3
Get you carbs on at the Denver Bake Fest. This FREE festival and friendly baking competition celebrates Colorado bakers and the diversity and creativity of the food community. On Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the courtyard outside of Rebel Bread’s Production Lab will be filled with 80+ bakers (amateurs and pros), bakery lovers and all kinds of baked goods just waiting to be tasted. [Read more…] about Rebel Bread Presents Denver Bake Fest – Competition & Tasting October 3
Free Tours of Colorado Governor’s Mansion on October 2 & 3
Welcome in the season with by visiting Colorado’s Home also known as The Governor’s Residence. Coloradans are welcome to take a FREE public tour of the mansion during its Autumn Open House, Friday & Saturday, October 2 & 3, 2026. This is a rare opportunity as the home, located at 8th and Logan in Downtown Denver, is only open to the public a few times each year. You can visit from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. [Read more…] about Free Tours of Colorado Governor’s Mansion on October 2 & 3
Crate & Barrel Cherry Creek Holds Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 1
Crate&Barrel returns to Cherry Creek with a new store at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center. The furniture and home decor retailer is taking over the free-standing space that used to be Macy’s Furniture Gallery (on the east side of Center, where they hold the farmer’s market). A Grand Opening Celebration is set for Thursday, October 1, 2026. We couldn’t confirm an opening time at time of publication, but expect it to be about 10 a.m. [Read more…] about Crate & Barrel Cherry Creek Holds Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 1
Shop Firefly Boulder Fall Market For Local Artisan Goods Oct. 10 & 11
Those who value unique hand-made items for themselves or as gifts head for the Firefly Handmade Boulder Fall Market and its 80 or so local artisans. It takes place Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 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…] about Shop Firefly Boulder Fall Market For Local Artisan Goods Oct. 10 & 11
High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Fall?
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…] about High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Fall?
Zappos Biggest Sale of the Year — Get EXTRA 20% (or more) Off More Than 16,000 Items
Here’s some great news for your feet! Zappos is holding its biggest sale of the year! Win the(or More) Season features an additional 20% off more than 16,000 items. Tons of popular brands are represented in this sale, including New Balance, Sketchers, Nike, Keen, Brooks Brothers, Kids, Dr. Martens and so many more. When you shop, just look for the yellow stripe with the words “Extra 20% off with FALL20. [Read more…] about Zappos Biggest Sale of the Year — Get EXTRA 20% (or more) Off More Than 16,000 Items
Prairie Harvest Fest In Aurora at High Prairie Park October 3
A relatively new Aurora community — Painted Prairie — hosts it’s biggest event, Prairie Harvest Fest, for a fifth year. Fun fall festivities will be underway on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at High Prairie Park. Enjoy a pumpkin patch, horse-drawn hayrides, face painting, pumpkin decorating, a farmers market, food trucks and more. [Read more…] about Prairie Harvest Fest In Aurora at High Prairie Park October 3