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235 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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Arapahoe Libraries Seek Summer Readers. Get a Free Book! Plus, Enjoy Fun Events

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The Arapahoe Libraries Summer Reading program will begin June 1, 2026 with a FREE book giveaway. Kids and teens 0 to 18 can visit the library to choose a free book and start the summer excited to read. No sign-up or library card is needed. Anyone (up to age 18) can participate. Families can find drop-in activities and crafts in the libraries (available anytime during library hours) and adventure-themed events throughout the summer — festivals, art workshops, storytimes and more. [Read more…] about Arapahoe Libraries Seek Summer Readers. Get a Free Book! Plus, Enjoy Fun Events

Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder

Downtown Boulder is the site of the city’s popular summer music series. Bands on the Bricks. It takes place every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 10 through July 29, 2026, with rock, reggae and everything in between. Opening acts take the stage at 6 p.m. Headliners go on at 7 p.m. and play until 9 p.m. [Read more…] about Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder

See Movie In Theaters For Free — ‘Scary Movie’

The gang is back, and so are the screams, laughs, and completely unhinged moments. Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer (“Ghostface”), the Core Four are back in the killer’s crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe. Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall reunite in Scary Movie alongside returning favorites and fresh faces. [Read more…] about See Movie In Theaters For Free — ‘Scary Movie’

New Ticket Discount Available! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2026

See bottom of the page for the new deal! When the summer temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World (8801 N. Pecos St.) in Federal Heights is one of the best (and most fun!) ways to cool off in Colorado. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in the state, the popular water park now boasts more than 50 water adventures, including a new area for 2026 — Summit Canyon! [Read more…] about New Ticket Discount Available! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2026

It’s All Greek to Us at the Greek Festival June 5 to 7

Eat, drink and dance like a Greek at the Greek Festival, Friday to Sunday, June 5 to 7, 2026, on the grounds of Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral (the place with the giant gold dome). This very popular festival (more than 25,000 people attend each year) encompasses homemade Greek food, live music, dance performances, cooking demos and a Greek boutique stocked with jewelry, clothing, fine art and more. [Read more…] about It’s All Greek to Us at the Greek Festival June 5 to 7

Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 6 & 7

Over a span of 48+ hours, more than 200 professional, amateur and student artists will use chalk to paint thousands of square feet of raw pavement into re-creations of masterpieces, modern art and their own original pieces during the Denver Chalk Art Festival in the Denver Golden Triangle District. The FREE festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2026, transforms streets and sidewalks into a temporary outdoor art museum. [Read more…] about Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 6 & 7

109 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

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 109 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Starts Today! Harkins Theatres’ 2026 Summer Movie Fun Series — 8 Weeks of Affordable Family Fun

Summer means it’s time to go to the movies! Going to the movies during the summer will always be the perfect adventure for families. Thanks to the many summer film series, it’s a fun, easy and cheap way to escape the heat, while enjoying a family-friendly flick on the big screen. And Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun series lets frugal families enjoy eight weeks of kids’ movies at a budget-friendly price. [Read more…] about Starts Today! Harkins Theatres’ 2026 Summer Movie Fun Series — 8 Weeks of Affordable Family Fun

Starts Today! Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks

All aboard, bored kids! On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express. [Read more…] about Starts Today! Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks

Kids Can Visit Denver Botanic Gardens for Free on Three Saturdays This Summer

The kiddos can enjoy all the Denver Botanic Gardens has to offer for FREE on three Saturdays this summer. The Gardens have announced Kids Free Summer Second Saturdays at both its York Street and Chatfield Farms locations. Children ages 3 to 15 (accompanied by an adult) get FREE general admission on the following Saturdays: June 13, July 11 and August 8, 2026. [Read more…] about Kids Can Visit Denver Botanic Gardens for Free on Three Saturdays This Summer

Harry Potter: The Exhibition Comes To Denver This Summer

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Harry Potter: The Exhibition celebrates all things Harry Potter by bringing to life some of your favorite moments, characters, locations, and beasts from the film series, as well as the extended Harry Potter universe. Get up close to authentic props and costumes, practice your Quidditch skills, pot a Mandrake, and more in this unforgettable experience. The exhibit opens in the South Broadway District on June 26, 2026, with tickets on sale now. [Read more…] about Harry Potter: The Exhibition Comes To Denver This Summer

Celebrate Jeff Park at Federal: Music, Art, Eats & Fun June 6

Celebrate Jeff Park @ Federal will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This FREE community event will bring residents of all ages and businesses together to enjoy a fun day of local vendors, great food and entertainment, including live music from The Coveralls performing hits from across the decades, an improv show, street performers, local vendors and even pet adoptions. [Read more…] about Celebrate Jeff Park at Federal: Music, Art, Eats & Fun June 6

Read Your Way To Prizes in JeffCo During Summer Challenge

Discover our colorful world at the Jefferson County Public Library. The Summer Reading Challenge — the 2026 theme DinoSOAR Into Stories — is all about roaring into fossil-fueled fun as you unearth unforgettable tales, fascinating facts and prehistoric characters. The Summer Reading Challenge runs June 1 through July 31. [Read more…] about Read Your Way To Prizes in JeffCo During Summer Challenge

Pedal Over to Denver Bike Fest for All Things Biking, Live Music & Food Trucks

Hey, bike enthusiasts! Pedal over to the York Street Yards (3821-3893 Steele St.) in Denver on Saturday, June 13, 2026 for Denver Bike Fest — a FREE community celebration of all things biking. The event “cycles around” from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The festival brings together local bike groups, shops, artists and food vendors to show how fun, creative and inclusive Denver’s cycling community can be. [Read more…] about Pedal Over to Denver Bike Fest for All Things Biking, Live Music & Food Trucks

‘Celebrate Centennial’ This June at Anniversary Event

Celebrate Centennial is Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Centennial Center Park. The FREE event is part of the City of Centennial’s 25th anniversary celebration and will feature live music, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, exhibits, and community entertainment throughout the park. [Read more…] about ‘Celebrate Centennial’ This June at Anniversary Event

Riverfront Park Summer Sessions Bring Tunes & Food To LoDo

Riverfront Park Summer Sessions returns this summer on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Performances are on an outdoor stage in Commons Park along the South Platte River from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. You’ll find beer and other beverages for sale, as well as food trucks onsite. The event is FREE. [Read more…] about Riverfront Park Summer Sessions Bring Tunes & Food To LoDo

Denver Union Station Hosts Paws With Pride on Wynkoop Plaza

Denver Union Station is the site of Paws with Pride on Sunday, June 7, 2026. This bark-tastic event will be held outside on the Terminal Bar Patio and Wynkoop Plaza from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted by celebrated local drag queen Talia Tucker, Paws with Pride will feature a festive Doggie Costume Contest at 2:30 p.m., along with feature pet-friendly vendors and local artisans, including Oat Paws, Little Misters, a pet caricature artist and more. [Read more…] about Denver Union Station Hosts Paws With Pride on Wynkoop Plaza

Another Screening: Movie Sneak Preview – ‘Power Ballad’ Starring Paul Rudd & Nick Jonas

In Power Ballad, when Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves — even if it means risking everything he cares about. [Read more…] about Another Screening: Movie Sneak Preview – ‘Power Ballad’ Starring Paul Rudd & Nick Jonas

Where to Enjoy Free & Cheap Outdoor (and Indoor!) Movies This Summer 2026

Two tickets, please! Going to the movies during the summer is just a given for families looking for blockbuster fun, especially when it’s in an air-conditioned theater or, better yet, under a beautiful Colorado evening sky. There are several FREE and cheap summer film series around town — perfect for seasonal fun on a budget. [Read more…] about Where to Enjoy Free & Cheap Outdoor (and Indoor!) Movies This Summer 2026