The holiday shopping season enters week three with nearly a 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
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Starts Today, Stock Up Now! Hallmark Offers Buy-One-Get-One Free on Holiday Cards, Gift Wrap & Ornaments
Ho! Ho! Ho! Smart shoppers know it’s never too early to start planning for the holidays, especially when it means saving money. And, with Hallmark’s Holiday Stock-Up Sale from October 17 to 26, 2025, bargain hunters will definitely be jolly about saving money on many holiday necessities, including greeting cards, gift wrap and ornaments.
3rd Location Closing! Big 5 Sporting Goods Going Out of Business at Three Locations — Closeout Sale Begins
Batter up for lots of closeout deals, bargain hunters! Yes, another store has announced they’re closing several locations in the Denver metro area for good. This time, it’s Big 5 Sporting Goods that’s closing stores located in Denver and Wheat Ridge. The locations are expected to close on or around January 15, 2026, but may close sooner (based on how much inventory is left on the shelves). [Read more…] about 3rd Location Closing! Big 5 Sporting Goods Going Out of Business at Three Locations — Closeout Sale Begins
Closing Within Days — Discounts Increase Again! Safeway Closes 10 Colorado Stores Including 4 in Metro Area
Ten (10) Safeway locations are set to close across Colorado on or before November 7, 2025. The list includes locations in Englewood, Northglenn, Denver and Aurora. Other cities include Fort Collins, Loveland, Colorado Springs, La Junta and Lamar. And the going out of business sale is well under way, so now’s the time to go shopping for the best bargains. Get your list ready and stock up! [Read more…] about Closing Within Days — Discounts Increase Again! Safeway Closes 10 Colorado Stores Including 4 in Metro Area
Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale Promises Big Deals. Plus Free Fall Family Fun Day
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 17 & 18, 2025, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 19. Held in the massive exhibit hall 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. Plus Free Fall Family Fun Day
Jewels For Hope Sale in Englewood on October 18. Find Real “Gems” at Bargain Prices
We all know fine jewelry is expensive, right? Not when you buy from Jewels for Hope. The group collects pre-owned jewelry and holds sales throughout the year with proceeds going to the Children’s Diabetes Foundation at Denver. You’ll find plenty of bling at their next sale on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their shop in Englewood. [Read more…] about Jewels For Hope Sale in Englewood on October 18. Find Real “Gems” at Bargain Prices
How to Get Free Greeting Cards All Year Long at Hallmark
This giveaway is signed, sealed and delivered directly from Hallmark! It may be difficult to believe, but people still send greeting cards. In fact, with so much texting and social media posts nowadays, getting a card in the mail seems extra thoughtful and noteworthy. Taking the time to handwrite a note of celebration, appreciation or support makes the recipient feel extra special in today’s digital world. [Read more…] about How to Get Free Greeting Cards All Year Long at Hallmark
Goodwill Denver’s Déjà Blue Boutique: High Fashion at Low Prices
Have you wondered if the Goodwill ever receives donations of high-end, designer clothes? Well, yes, they do! Opened in 2012, Déjà Blue Boutique in Cherry Creek North (303 University Ave.) is the non-profit organization’s sole location specializing in brand-name apparel, shoes and accessories for men and women at a fraction of their original retail price. [Read more…] about Goodwill Denver’s Déjà Blue Boutique: High Fashion at Low Prices
Today! Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Offer Big Savings On October 7 & 8. Here Are The Best Deals
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are set for Tuesday & Wednesday, October 7 & 8, 2025. Note: You can try Amazon Prime for FREE, for 30 days. If you’re going to try it, this is the time! You can cancel whenever you want.
Amazon Prime Big Deals Days is a bit like Black Friday in October. For two days only, Amazon will offer tremendous savings on fashion, home, toys, electronics, appliances and more. Prime members exclusive access to deep discounts on seasonal deals from brands like Dyson, Sony, Barbie, LEGO, LG, Kiehl’s and Samsonite. [Read more…] about Today! Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Offer Big Savings On October 7 & 8. Here Are The Best Deals
Walgreens’ Monthly Seniors Day Offers Big Savings in 2025
Bargain hunters of all ages love a good deal. Saving money never gets old! However, it pays to be a little older (and wiser!) at Walgreens. The ubiquitous drug store offers customers 55 and older a special discount on the first Tuesday of the month. The drugstore’s monthly Seniors Day is a great opportunity to stock up on health & beauty essentials on a budget. [Read more…] about Walgreens’ Monthly Seniors Day Offers Big Savings in 2025
La Cache Consignment Shop Holds 50% Off RDF Sale October 6 to 11
La Cache is one of Denver hidden treasures and a treasure trove for shoppers. The high-end consignment store deals in antiques, sterling silver, crystal, china, art, jewelry, fine linens, small rugs and vintage furniture. The store is holding another long-anticipated 50% off sale of RDF tagged (Red Door Fund) items in the two Blue Rooms. That’s a lot of color coding for huge savings! [Read more…] about La Cache Consignment Shop Holds 50% Off RDF Sale October 6 to 11
Pig + Pearl Secondhand Holds Dollar Bin Sale October 3 & 4
Pig + Pearl Secondhand (formerly known as ARES Thrift Store) in Boulder holds a Dollar Bin Sale on Friday & Saturday, October 3 & 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thousands of items will be out in the front parking lot. All are priced at $1 or less. Don’t forget to bring cash. [Read more…] about Pig + Pearl Secondhand Holds Dollar Bin Sale October 3 & 4
Last Chance for Savings! Gardens on Havana Ace Hardware Closing This Sunday — Everything is 70% Off!
Need to get home repairs done on a budget? Unfortunately, the grim news continues, yet another store in the Denver metro area is closing its doors. (Will it only be Target and Walmart in the future?) This time, the Ace Hardware at Gardens on Havana (1150 S. Ironton St.) in Aurora is going out of business. The store is officially closing on Sunday, September 28, 2025. [Read more…] about Last Chance for Savings! Gardens on Havana Ace Hardware Closing This Sunday — Everything is 70% Off!
Outlets at Castle Rock Shopping Extravaganza 2025. Save Money & Help Local Causes
For the 19th year in a row, the Outlets at Castle Rock hold an all-day, blow-out Shopping Extravaganza. This year’s event is Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a day of food, wine, discounts, the chance at more than $60,000 in prize drawings and shopping for a good cause. Here’s how it works. [Read more…] about Outlets at Castle Rock Shopping Extravaganza 2025. Save Money & Help Local Causes
Fall & Holiday Craft Shows In 2025 With Map
One of our favorite activities is shopping the fall and holiday craft shows, festivals and bazaars in and around the Denver metro area. You can find unusual gifts, many handmade by local artists and artisans. Because you usually buy directly from the creators, prices are reasonable — and sometimes downright bargains. [Read more…] about Fall & Holiday Craft Shows In 2025 With Map