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…] about 123 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
Where To Find Cheap(er) Gas Prices In Denver-Boulder Before Filling Up
Looking for the cheap gas prices in and around Denver — and who isn’t these days? Fill your tank without totally emptying your wallet. Gas Buddy helps drivers find the cheapest fuel prices across the U.S. The service has a nifty feature allowing MHOTC to bring you (in real-time!) the current Top 10 lowest gasoline prices in the Denver metro area.
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Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
Grocery prices keep going up, up, up — with little relief in sight! While Mile High On The Cheap (MHOTC) publishes a weekly list of the best grocery deals at local supermarkets, readers can maximize the weekly savings by using some budget-friendly items in lots of tasty recipes — from dinners to desserts and everything in between. [Read more…] about Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
190 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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Updated: Easter Sunday! 64+ 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…] about Updated: Easter Sunday! 64+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!
Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2025
Of all the Easter services around, the annual sunrise service at the landmark Red Rocks Amphitheater is especially magical! This Easter service is definitely worthy of your bucket list. Sponsored by the inter-denominational Colorado Council of Churches, it takes place on Sunday, April 20, 2025, the service and parking are FREE. [Read more…] about Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2025
Denver Area Summer Camps For 2025. Registrations Now Open
Have a child or two or an entire squad? Time to start planning for the summer break. For a lot of Denver/Boulder area families that means summer camps, and there are so many to choose from. Some are all about getting outside and exploring, while other focus on different art aspects and some get your kid moving. [Read more…] about Denver Area Summer Camps For 2025. Registrations Now Open
Spring Kids Consignment Sales In Denver And Beyond
Spring consignment sales — “spring” being a relative term — are starting in Denver, Boulder and beyond (from Castle Rock to Loveland and all points in between). Save loads of money on clothes for yourself and your kids, as well as household items, toys and gear. Admission to all events is FREE unless otherwise noted.
MHOTC Tip: Multi-day sales often heavily discount unsold merchandise on the last day or two. [Read more…] about Spring Kids Consignment Sales In Denver And Beyond
Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!
In addition to abundant nightly happy hours — usually early and sometimes again late in the evening — a growing number of restaurants and clubs offer food and/or drink specials every week.
As you’d assume, there are many out there — too many to list. We’ve rounded up some of the best by day of the week, arranged alphabetically and have also included location (when possible.) Please know most specials are not valid on major holidays and only valid at participating locations. [Read more…] about Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!
Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake
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Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, commences this year on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. But while the New Orleans holiday and the city’s famous parade prove far from Denver, the Mile High City has plenty of ways to celebrate right here.
For starters, get a king cake. Next, hit up a crawfish boil and dig in like they do in the South. Or, join one of the many fetes around the city, beads and masks encouraged. Laissez les bons temps rouler! [Read more…] about Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake
Denver Area Thrift and Consignment Stores You Need To Check Out. Print Out Our List, Too!
Bargain hunters, this is for you. Here’s a long list of thrift and consignment stores in Denver, Boulder and beyond. There’s a fine line between a thrift store and a vintage store and we’ll take the heat if you think we’ve inaccurately categorized a specific retailer. We don’t pretend this list is comprehensive. There are certainly others out there. [Read more…] about Denver Area Thrift and Consignment Stores You Need To Check Out. Print Out Our List, Too!
Big Lots Closing All Remaining Colorado Locations — Close-Out Sale Going On Now!
The remaining four Big Lots locations in Colorado will be closing their doors soon. The discount retail chain has slowly been closing locations over the last year or so, as it struggled financially. However, they have now officially filed for bankruptcy, blaming inflation, an inability to compete and customers no longer spending as much money on home and seasonal purchases. [Read more…] about Big Lots Closing All Remaining Colorado Locations — Close-Out Sale Going On Now!
Ho, Ho, Hurry! Book Your Santa Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!
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Getting photos with Santa at the mall is a timeless tradition, and a great way to celebrate the holiday season. No lines, no fuss. Just friendly staff, a jolly Santa, a professional to take the pics and heartwarming photos to capture the moment! The closer we get to Christmas, the busier photos with Santa events get.
It can be hard enough to get a good photo with Santa with kids (or your furry “four-legged” kids) — between nap time, meal times and sometimes fear of strangers, parents never know what to expect with Santa pictures. One tip is to schedule the pics around the best times for your kids or pets. [Read more…] about Ho, Ho, Hurry! Book Your Santa Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!
Ways To Save at Christmas at Gaylord Rockies, Including Up To 24% Off ICE!
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Find the holiday spirit this year at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, where one of the biggest holiday extravaganzas in the state takes place. We’re talking frozen sculptures, gingerbread house decorating, an elf academy, high-flying entertainment and so much more starting November 22, 2024. Tickets are on sale now and there are some great deals to be found through Groupon.
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This Sunday! Affordable Arts Festival 2024 – All Art Costs $150 or Less. Use Our Ticket Discount Code
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The annual Affordable Arts Festival is unlike any arts fest you have attended — all of the art is priced at $150 or less. Now ranked #1 in the top 200 Arts Festival in the country, it takes place outdoors on Sunday, August 25, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College. This is the Black Friday of art sales with more than 160 artists from across the nation selling their works in a variety of mediums at amazing prices.
Artists offer a selection of great deals, along with pieces that are normally priced under $150. Don’t let the price fool you. This is fine art at great prices. [Read more…] about This Sunday! Affordable Arts Festival 2024 – All Art Costs $150 or Less. Use Our Ticket Discount Code