Enjoy the vibrant sounds of downtown Denver this summer with the Music in the Gardens weekday lunchtime live music series, which will return to the 17th Street Community Gardens from May 18 through October 30, 2026. Organized by the Central Platte Valley Metropolitan District, Music in the Gardens will be held every Monday to Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on 17th & Wewatta Streets across the plaza from Whole Foods. [Read more…] about Music in the Gardens Returns to 17th Street Community Gardens
Mobile Concert Series Spreads Music Across Greenwood Village
Grab a blanket and have a picnic as you join music fans for the Mobile Concert Series — four concerts in Greenwood Village. Each Thursday in June the concert will move to a different park in the city. From country to funky, the series features a different style of music each week. All shows start at 6 p.m. [Read more…] about Mobile Concert Series Spreads Music Across Greenwood Village
Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels Fill Thursday Nights With Music & Movies
The city of Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels is a series of live concerts (rhythms) and movie screenings (reels) at various parks in Thornton throughout the spring and summer. This FREE family-friendly event combines the best of live musical entertainment and outdoor movie magic. The series takes place from May 31 to July 26, 2025. [Read more…] about Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels Fill Thursday Nights With Music & Movies
Mile High Summer Concerts Guide 2026
Summer is great for so many reasons: wearing shorts and flip-flops every day, going to the mountains, shopping farmers’ markets, free outdoor movies and lots of live music. Luckily, the Front Range is jam-packed with summer concerts — many of them FREE… our favorite kind!
To ensure you don’t miss out on any live music, we’ve created this Mile High Summer Concerts Guide. Concerts are sorted by day of the week. All are FREE unless noted with a $.
Erie Town Fair Features Craft Vendors, Live Music, Kids Activities, Food, Beer Garden & More May 16
Historic Old Town Erie hosts the annual Erie Town Fair on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors can enjoy more than 280 craft, artist, food and vendor booths. All activities take place in Historic Old Town Erie, with local entertainment, children’s activities and food trucks in adjacent Coal Creek Park. Once again, the Erie Hot Air Balloon Festival will be a separate event in July. [Read more…] about Erie Town Fair Features Craft Vendors, Live Music, Kids Activities, Food, Beer Garden & More May 16
Colorado Markets Offer Multiple Opportunities To Shop Local
Local artisans, crafters, farmers and vendors will have come together for an indoor/outdoor shopping experience. Colorado Markets stages events multiple events per month in different locations: Northglenn Marketplace, Arapahoe Community College, Arvada Marketplace, near Park Meadows and others. Each affords the chance to shop local and meet the artisans. Food trucks will be on hand, too. [Read more…] about Colorado Markets Offer Multiple Opportunities To Shop Local
Levitt Pavilion Denver Presents 2026 Free Summer Concert Series. Here’s The Line-Up
The world-class Levitt Pavilion Denver, an outdoor concert venue, has announced its 2026 FREE concert series. The 2026 summer line-up features local, national and international musicians, ranging from acclaimed, emerging talent to seasoned, award-winning artists in every musical genre imaginable.
An RSVP is encouraged, but not required to help the organizers plan for the event. They will accept walk-ups as long as the venue has capacity. [Read more…] about Levitt Pavilion Denver Presents 2026 Free Summer Concert Series. Here’s The Line-Up
Avs Round 2 Passes Available! Avs Host Free Watch Parties at Ball Arena During Playoffs
Avs fans can watch all the home playoff games at huge FREE Fan Zones. The outdoor viewing party and live game broadcast viewing area is outside Ball Arena, with Chopper Circle closed between 9th St. and 11th St. during all Colorado Avalanche home playoff games. Passes are required for entry to the Avs Alley Fan Zone. The FREE passes are now available for Round 2 Game 1 on Sunday, May 3 at 7 p.m. and Game 2 (Date & Time TBA). [Read more…] about Avs Round 2 Passes Available! Avs Host Free Watch Parties at Ball Arena During Playoffs
6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Denver and surrounding communities boast a number of festivals, parades and fun events celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo, is not Mexican Independence Day. Actually, it commemorates the victory of an outnumbered Mexican army over the French forces of Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. These days, May 5 has become a celebration of Latino culture. For 2026, most celebrations will be over the weekend, May 2 or 3. [Read more…] about 6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
This Weekend! Cinco de Mayo Festival 2026 Fills Civic Center Park May 2 & 3
The annual Cinco de Mayo Festival takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park, Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. More than 200 exhibitors and food vendors will be serving up the best in Colorado Mexican cuisine. A variety of local, regional and international talents will appear on three stages. A parade gets the fiesta started at 11 a.m. on Saturday. [Read more…] about This Weekend! Cinco de Mayo Festival 2026 Fills Civic Center Park May 2 & 3
Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together
Art Night Out focuses on art, original music, local bands and products, every second Friday of the month from May through September in downtown Lafayette. The FREE event features artist demos, street performers, stilt walkers, face painters, magicians, food trucks and beer and wine garden, serving local Lafayette brews. [Read more…] about Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together
Rescheduled! Free Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival on May 3 in Boulder Is Bigger Than Ever!
This has been rescheduled to May 3. No need to go to Holland to see thousands tulips in a rainbow of colors and no need to visit a distant theme park to engage small children’s fancy. Just head to the 1300 block of Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall for the Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Rescheduled! Free Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival on May 3 in Boulder Is Bigger Than Ever!
34+ Denver Area Farmers’ Markets Worth Checking Out In 2026
Nothing says harvest-time quite like a Colorado Farmers’ Market. Where else can you greet your local farmer, find delicious deals on fresh produce, and enjoy the Colorado outdoors? You can find a market for nearly every day of the week, so check out a few! To fully participate in the eco-friendly experience, we suggest bringing along several reusable grocery bags or baskets for all of your goodies. [Read more…] about 34+ Denver Area Farmers’ Markets Worth Checking Out In 2026
City Park Farmers Market Boasts 100+ Colorado-Based Farmers & Food Vendors
City Park Farmers Market opens for the season on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with fresh good grown locally, monthly cooking demos and even live music. This year, more than 100 Colorado-based farmers, ranchers, bakers, meat purveyors, cheesemakers and food producers will line the City Park Esplanade every Saturday through October. [Read more…] about City Park Farmers Market Boasts 100+ Colorado-Based Farmers & Food Vendors
Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods on May 2 & 3
Those who value unique hand-made items for themselves or as gifts head for the Firefly Handmade Spring Market and its 80 or so local artisans. It takes place Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 1000 block of South Gaylord Street. Firefly Handmade is the Front Range’s premier marketplace for exclusively handmade artisan goods. [Read more…] about Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods on May 2 & 3
7 Big Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Time to give Mother Nature her due. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are either Saturday the 18th or the 25th. If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about 7 Big Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
MHOTC Is Looking For An Intern With Social Media Savvy
Do you know someone who is a whiz creating Reels and Videos for social media including Facebook, TikTok and/or Instagram? Mile High on the Cheap is looking for an intern who would love to expand their portfolio helping us create Facebook and Instagram posts, as well as both short and longer videos for our website. [Read more…] about MHOTC Is Looking For An Intern With Social Media Savvy
Buy $80 in P&G Products, Get $20 Amazon Credit
UPDATE: This deal no longer seems to be active. We checked May 30, 2026. Amazon is welcoming in Spring with some special deals. One that caught our eye is for P&G everyday essentials. Instead of fighting the crowds at some of the warehouse or big box stores, you can order from Amazon and have everything delivered to your home. Purchase $80 of participating household items, and you’ll get a $20 Amazon.com credit. [Read more…] about Buy $80 in P&G Products, Get $20 Amazon Credit
Swallow Hill Summer Concerts at Four Mile Historic Park. Tickets On Sale Now
Swallow Hill Music is proud to announce the return of tribute concerts at Four Mile Historic Park on Wednesday evenings from June 3 through July 15, 2026. The concerts begin at 6:30 pm, with Four Mile Historic Park opening at 5:30 pm. Pack a picnic dinner and spread out on the lawn for a night of unforgettable music in a family-friendly setting. [Read more…] about Swallow Hill Summer Concerts at Four Mile Historic Park. Tickets On Sale Now
Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances. Right Now: ‘Madama Butterfly’
A round of applause to Opera Colorado. The company announced it is offering Pay What You Wish tickets for all future performances. The suggested price is $25, but you are welcome to choose a price that works with your financial circumstances. The minimum for Pay What You Wish tickets is $1 + (a City & County of Denver seat tax of 10%). Regular tickets start at $47 up to $280. [Read more…] about Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances. Right Now: ‘Madama Butterfly’
Free ‘Rooted in Reading’ Event For Kids at Botanic Gardens
Rooted in Reading is a FREE family program hosted by the Denver Botanic Gardens’ Helen Fowler Library that includes activities from Museo de las Americas, Environmental Learning for Kids and Art Garage. The event is Sunday, April 19, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Gardens’ Freyer – Newman Center atrium. [Read more…] about Free ‘Rooted in Reading’ Event For Kids at Botanic Gardens
Where To Find Free Help With Your Taxes In 2026
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Even if you’re expecting a tax refund, this time of year can be, well, taxing on your wallet when it comes to paying for tax preparation services. The good news is that, if you qualify, you can get FREE help filing your return and not spend a dime. Here are some online and in-person programs to investigate: [Read more…] about Where To Find Free Help With Your Taxes In 2026
Boulder County Farmers Markets In-Person Markets Are Opening. SNAP Users Get Double Bucks
Boulder County Farmers Markets (BCFM) kicks off the 2025 in-person farmers market season on Saturday, April 4, 2026, when its Boulder and Longmont locations open with a bounty of locally grown fresh produce, fruit, meats, locally produced packaged goods, plants and more. This is a great opportunity to support local farmers and the community where you live, as well as take home fresh produce at reasonable prices. [Read more…] about Boulder County Farmers Markets In-Person Markets Are Opening. SNAP Users Get Double Bucks
Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall
You’ll be bowled over by this freebie from Kids Bowl Free. Through September (start and end dates vary by location), kids 15 and younger can bowl two games every day FREE. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Participating bowling centers include: [Read more…] about Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall