Denver’s Night at the Museums sees nearly two dozen museums open their doors to the public for FREE on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., as part of Denver Arts Week. Each museum promises special entertainment and activities, including music, dance and storytelling. There’s even a FREE shuttle to whisk you between most museums. The following museums are scheduled to participate. A few will be free all day or open prior to 5 p.m., so be sure to check individual websites for details. [Read more…] about Visit 18 Museums on Saturday, November 7 For Free During Denver’s ‘Night at the Museums’
Fanatics Sale – Save Up To 50% On Broncos, Avalanche, Nuggets Gear and More
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Cheer on the Broncos, Avalanche and Nuggets with some new gear! Fanatics is holding a fall sale with items up to 50% off. Use code GIFT to get the savings. The sale ends at the end of the day on October 19, 2026, but items might sell out before then. [Read more…] about Fanatics Sale – Save Up To 50% On Broncos, Avalanche, Nuggets Gear and More
77+ Halloween Happenings On The Cheap Around Denver For Kids & Adults in 2026 – Updated!
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.
Financial Planning Day: Free Workshops and One-On-One Advice
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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
Dia de los Muertos Festival 2026 In Thornton on November 1
Thornton’s McAllister Park Center is site for the community’s Dia de los Muertos celebration (Day of the Dead) on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m. The FREE event features an artisan market, face painting, live entertainment, family activities, Mexican food trucks and a decorative altar. [Read more…] about Dia de los Muertos Festival 2026 In Thornton on November 1
Thanksgiving Food Giveaways: FREE Meals and Groceries For Families in Need of Some Holiday Cheer
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey dinner giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as we can find, and listing them here. Most require advance registration, which is why we are posting this list now. [Read more…] about Thanksgiving Food Giveaways: FREE Meals and Groceries For Families in Need of Some Holiday Cheer
Nordstrom Rack’s Clearance Sale – Up To 75% Off
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Nordstrom Rack is a go-to spot for shoppers seeking great deals. Right now, Nordstrom Rack is hosting a big clearance sale, with items up to 75% off. This includes mens, women’s and kids’ clothing and shoes, plus home, beauty, activewear, bags, accessories and more. Just a few of the brands: Free People, Steve Madden, adidas, Marc Jacobs, and Madewell. [Read more…] about Nordstrom Rack’s Clearance Sale – Up To 75% Off
Denver Nuggets Season Tip-Off Party at Denver Union Station on Oct. 24
Denver Union Station will celebrate the start of another exciting NBA season for the Denver Nuggets with a special Can-I-Val Season Tip-Off Party on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The event will be held outside on the Wynkoop Plaza starting at 3 p.m. Open to all, the community party will feature FREE entertainment by SuperMascot Rocky, the Average Joes, the Skyline Drumline and DJ Chris. [Read more…] about Denver Nuggets Season Tip-Off Party at Denver Union Station on Oct. 24
Get BBQ Burger & Soda for 25¢ at Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply This Saturday
Mmm, mmm, good… and it only costs two bits! Much to the delight of Mile High Cheapskates, Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply is throwing a BBQ party on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at all of its Colorado locations — including a barbecue burger and soda for only 25¢. Limit two orders per person, while supplies last. [Read more…] about Get BBQ Burger & Soda for 25¢ at Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply This Saturday
Goodwill’s Frightfully Good Finds: Halloween Costumes & Décor on the Cheap
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Halloween is just around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to find everything you need to spook up the holiday: pumpkins and ghosts for your décor, mugs for hot cider, big bowls for candy and, of course, costumes!
Goodwill of Colorado has 45 retail thrift stores and four outlets across the state, and its teams prepare all year long, carefully sorting donations and setting seasonal finds aside to stock up for Halloween. [Read more…] about Goodwill’s Frightfully Good Finds: Halloween Costumes & Décor on the Cheap
Sherpani Clearance Sale: Up to 60% Off Crossbody, Work & Travel Bags. Shop Local & Save!
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Boulder-based Sherpani is one of our favorite retailers for bags, backpacks and luggage. Not only do the products feature RFID-blocking technology and anti-theft protection, but are so incredibly lightweight yet sturdy — and water-resistant — that they are among our go-to gear for travel or just hanging out around town. The Sherpani Sale page has been restocked. You’ll find cross-body, totes, backpacks, wallets and more at a fraction of their original price. Some are even 60% off or more! [Read more…] about Sherpani Clearance Sale: Up to 60% Off Crossbody, Work & Travel Bags. Shop Local & Save!
Día de los Muertos Family Celebration in Longmont on Oct. 24
El Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a tradition in Mexico to celebrate the life of loved ones passed. This year, the Día de los Muertos Family Celebration will open the season in downtown Longmont on Saturday, October 24, 2026. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. enjoy a huge, FREE street festival, including music and dance performances, arts and craft activities, cultural education, delicious food, downtown business altars, and the Gigantes Procession. [Read more…] about Día de los Muertos Family Celebration in Longmont on Oct. 24
Free Northern Colorado Fall Home Show in Loveland Oct. 23 to 25
Entry to and parking at the Northern Colorado Fall Home Show are FREE on Friday to Sunday, October 23 to 25, 2026, at The Ranch Events Complex in Loveland. Designers, retailers, contractors and others showcase remodeling ideas, home designs, furniture, home accessories and more. See the latest in home remodeling, design, outdoor living and so much more. [Read more…] about Free Northern Colorado Fall Home Show in Loveland Oct. 23 to 25
Dia de los Muertos Festival in Denver at Civic Center Park
Denver gets a full-blown Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival on Saturday October 24, 2026. Civic Center Park is site of the FREE family-friendly festival from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., with live music and dance, food, art installations, artisan vendors, games, community altars, a procession and more. [Read more…] about Dia de los Muertos Festival in Denver at Civic Center Park
Free Aging at Altitude Expo in Boulder on Oct. 24
The Aging at Altitude Expo on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boulder Jewish Community Center offers an abundance of tips, advice and the latest trends in health and nutrition, elder law, financial and retirement planning, real estate from active adult communities to assisted living facilities, home care, leisure, lifestyle, fitness and more. [Read more…] about Free Aging at Altitude Expo in Boulder on Oct. 24
This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
The holiday shopping season revs up this week with more than a half-dozen craft shows. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming holiday craft shows, markets and fairs in the Denver/Boulder area. It includes an interactive map to help you find the ones closest to your shopping flight path. As always, we call out some of our favorite picks: [Read more…] about This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale Promises Big Deals
Mark your calendars! It’s an ocean of deals at the Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale sponsored by the Jefferson County Library Foundation. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2026, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 25. Held in three massive exhibit halls of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, the sale boasts more than 90,000 books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, audiobooks and more. [Read more…] about Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale Promises Big Deals
The Gap Friends & Family Sale – 40% Off Everything! (including New Arrivals)
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The Gap is holding its Friends & Family Sale right now and it’s a must-shop sale for anyone who is a fan of Gap clothing. Everything — yep, EVERY item sitewide — is 40% off, even the newest arrivals! That includes men’s, women’s, kids’, toddlers’, and baby clothing — tops, bottoms, jackets and everything in between. The sale continues through October 21, 2026. [Read more…] about The Gap Friends & Family Sale – 40% Off Everything! (including New Arrivals)
Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a New, Free Festival at the National Western Center
Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a new and authentic Munich-inspired celebration of Bavarian culture debuting this fall across two weekends at the National Western Center. The FREE event will run Friday to Sunday, October 16 to 18, 2026, and Thursday to Sunday, October 22 to 25, 2026. Hours are 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily. [Read more…] about Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a New, Free Festival at the National Western Center
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?
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
Wayfair’s 72 Hour Clearout Sale — Up To 80% Off
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Wayfair’s first Denver-area brick-and-mortar store won’t open until November 2026 in the Avenues at Northfield, but you don’t have to wait to take advantage of the home goods retailer’s terrific deals by shopping online. Wayfair is holding a 72-hour Clearout Sale, offering deep discounts (some 70% off or more!) on a wide variety of home goods — everything from recliners to bed pillows to office chairs. Orders over $35 ship for free. [Read more…] about Wayfair’s 72 Hour Clearout Sale — Up To 80% Off
Join In Song During World Singing Day in Boulder. Everyone Is Invited
The annual World Singing Day Boulder, a community sing-along, is set for Saturday, October 17, 2026, on the 1300 block of Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall. People of all ages, backgrounds and singing abilities are invited. Attendees will sing along to original recordings of popular songs, with favorites ranging from the Beatles to Taylor Swift. [Read more…] about Join In Song During World Singing Day in Boulder. Everyone Is Invited
BIG Discounts on HUGH Halloween Decor & Props at Lowe’s
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Lowe’s Halloween decorations are always hugely popular and NOW is the time to shop. There are huge discounts on the spookiest products, some up to 50% off. When you order online, you can often choose delivery or pick-up at your closest Lowe’s. A bunch of the BEST and BIGGEST decorations and props are now on sale with significant discounts, including $119 off a 12-foot tall motion-activated animatronic pumpkin king! [Read more…] about BIG Discounts on HUGH Halloween Decor & Props at Lowe’s