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Laura

Rebel Bread Presents Denver Bake Fest – Competition & Tasting Oct. 4

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 4, 2025, from 10 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 Oct. 4

Posted by Laura on September 18, 2025 | Updated September 4, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food & Drink

Oktoberfest Returns To Denver’s Ballpark District and Entry Is Totally Free!

The annual Denver Oktoberfest is so large it spans two weekends. This salute to Bavarian heritage features authentic German beer and fare, crafts, music, dance, oom-pah-pah entertainment and more. It runs in the Ballpark Neighborhood Friday to Sunday, September 19 to 21 and September 26 to 28, 2025. The BIG news — Entry is FREE with no ticket required. [Read more…] about Oktoberfest Returns To Denver’s Ballpark District and Entry Is Totally Free!

Posted by Laura on September 14, 2025 | Updated September 14, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Fall Kids Consignment Sales Across The Front Range

Seriously? We’re already contemplating back to school, as its unlikely your kids stopped growing over the summer. And yes, we note the irony in that “Fall” consignment sales start this month across the area. 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 Fall Kids Consignment Sales Across The Front Range

Posted by Laura on September 14, 2025 | Updated September 15, 2025 Filed Under: Shopping

Meet Bestselling Author S. A. Cosby To Discuss His New Novel ‘King Of Ashes’

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Arapahoe Libraries continues to bring bestselling book authors to Denver, so that fans can meet these writers and discuss their latest works. Next up: an evening with New York Times bestselling crime writer S. A. Cosby on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites DTC.

This event is FREE, but you do need to register in advance as the meeting space can only accommodate 250 people. To reserve your spot, click on the link or call the number listed below. [Read more…] about Meet Bestselling Author S. A. Cosby To Discuss His New Novel ‘King Of Ashes’

Posted by Laura on September 13, 2025 | Updated September 13, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Great Deal (Up To 50% Off) on Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tickets – ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Christmas concerts are some of the most popular shows during the holiday season. But why pay full price? Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve will be at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. You can rock out this season with one of the best shows in years. And Groupon has a great deal on tickets! [Read more…] about Great Deal (Up To 50% Off) on Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tickets – ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’

Posted by Laura on September 13, 2025 | Updated September 12, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Celebrate Frederick’s Heritage at Miners Day — Parade, Burro Races & Fireworks!

The Town of Frederick goes all out to celebrate its mining heritage during Miners Day on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Centennial Park. This annual event features family-oriented fun and entertainment including a parade, burro race, vendors, food trucks, activities, contests, and live entertainment. Festivities end with an evening concert and spectacular fireworks display. [Read more…] about Celebrate Frederick’s Heritage at Miners Day — Parade, Burro Races & Fireworks!

Posted by Laura on September 10, 2025 | Updated August 28, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Corn Maze 2025 at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms

One favorite local attraction is the Corn Maze at Chatfield Farms. Wind your way through seven acres of corn. This year’s maze features a Colorado wild life theme full of fun twists and tricky turns. View the design from a 15-foot tall illuminated bridge. The maze will be open Friday to Sunday from September 19 through November 2, 2025. Tickets are now on sale.
[Read more…] about Corn Maze 2025 at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms

Posted by Laura on September 9, 2025 | Updated August 28, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: fall festivals

Colorado Highland Games Celebrates Authentic Scottish Culture & Competitions September 20 & 21

The St Andrew Society of Colorado hosts its annual Colorado Highland Games at the Denver Polo Club in Sedalia on September 20 & 21, 2025. Everyone who attends feels like they have stepped into Scotland for a day. Since 1963, the Festival has brought traditional Scottish Heavy Athletics, piping and drumming, Scottish Highland and Country dancing, as well as lively and fascinating Celtic culture to Colorado. [Read more…] about Colorado Highland Games Celebrates Authentic Scottish Culture & Competitions September 20 & 21

Posted by Laura on September 9, 2025 | Updated July 24, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Emily’s Salon Offers Low-Cost Hair Styling, Color, Manicures, Facials & More

Emily Griffith Technical College has been training Colorado’s cosmetologists for more than 75 years. Of course, students need experience, so that’s where Emily’s Salon & Barbershop comes in. The menu of services is very comprehensive and ranges in price from just $6 for a beard trim to $50 for curl reformation. [Read more…] about Emily’s Salon Offers Low-Cost Hair Styling, Color, Manicures, Facials & More

Posted by Laura on September 7, 2025 | Updated September 6, 2025 Filed Under: Hair & Beauty

Hi Points Festival Debuts in Five Points – A Community Celebration of Music & Culture

The inaugural Hi Points Festival launches on Saturday, September 13, 2025 inviting all corners of Denver to gather on Welton Street for a day filled with 20 live music performances, local food, and neighborhood pride. Bringing an authentic, community-centered music experience to Denver’s historic Five Points, the festival is rooted in the area’s legendary jazz legacy while expanding across genres—offering everything from Hip Hop to Funk, Punk to R&B, House to Honky Tonk. [Read more…] about Hi Points Festival Debuts in Five Points – A Community Celebration of Music & Culture

Posted by Laura on September 6, 2025 | Updated September 4, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

Shred Documents For Free in JeffCo And Help Metro Denver Crime Stoppers Sept. 13

Time to start gathering up all that paper you have piled up around the house. Metro Denver Crime Stoppers, FOX31, and law enforcement agencies are joining forces for their annual Shred-a-thon on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon. Bring your personal documents to be shredded for FREE courtesy of Iron Mountain and Waste Management. [Read more…] about Shred Documents For Free in JeffCo And Help Metro Denver Crime Stoppers Sept. 13

Posted by Laura on September 6, 2025 | Updated August 8, 2025 Filed Under: Services

Denver Botanic Gardens Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms October 10-12. Must Buy Tickets In Advance.

Come search for the perfect pumpkin for all your Halloween and fall festivities at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms 10-acre pumpkin patch. The Pumpkin Festival is held Friday to Sunday, October 10 to 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Families can enjoy hayrides, photo booths, face painting, an antique tractor exhibit, carnival games, live music and more. Tickets go on sale Monday, September 8 at 10 a.m. [Read more…] about Denver Botanic Gardens Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms October 10-12. Must Buy Tickets In Advance.

Posted by Laura on September 5, 2025 | Updated August 22, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Returns to Sloan’s Lake Sept. 6 & 7

Chinese dragon2You don’t need a passport to soak up the culture and flavor of Asia at the annual Colorado Dragon Boat Festival. The FREE family-friendly festival returns to Sloan’s Lake Park in northwest Denver on Saturday & Sunday, September 6 & 7, 2025. Festival hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This festival is one of the few of its kind in the U.S. with two full days of fast-paced dragon boat racing (boats start their match-ups at 8 a.m. each morning). [Read more…] about Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Returns to Sloan’s Lake Sept. 6 & 7

Posted by Laura on September 2, 2025 | Updated September 2, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Denver Philharmonic Orchestra Launches Year-Round Pay-What-You-Can Tickets

In a bold move to expand access to the arts, the Denver Philharmonic Orchestra (DPO) will launch a year-round Pay What You Can (PWYC) ticketing program beginning September 2, 2025. Starting this fall, 100 PWYC tickets will be available for every performance, ensuring cost is never a barrier to experiencing the power of live classical music. [Read more…] about Denver Philharmonic Orchestra Launches Year-Round Pay-What-You-Can Tickets

Posted by Laura on September 2, 2025 | Updated September 2, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment

Labor Day 2025 Weekend Festivals and Parties in Denver and Boulder

If you’re one of the lucky people with a long weekend off from work, here are some fun, FREE and cheap things to do in the Denver area on Labor Day Weekend 2025. Make sure to follow the links to get details on the locations, times and other important information. Know of any events we have missed? Drop us a line at info@milehighonthecheap.com.

Looking for even more things to do over Labor Day weekend? Scroll down for our complete calendar of free and cheap events from Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 1, 2025. [Read more…] about Labor Day 2025 Weekend Festivals and Parties in Denver and Boulder

Posted by Laura on September 1, 2025 | Updated August 31, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

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