Dazzling drones shows will light up the skies over Downtown Denver this holiday season during the Mile High Drone Show. For 41 magical nights, 600 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Shows start November 21 and continue through December 31, 2025. The displays are at 7 p.m. each night and last about 15 minutes. [Read more…] about Drone Shows Light Up Denver Skies For The Holidays
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Where To See Santa In 2025 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him – Updated!
You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.
If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
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99 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 99 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
227 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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Don’t Miss New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Downtown Denver
Once again Downtown Denver is the place to be for two spectacular fireworks shows, one for those such as families seeking an earlier evening at 9 p.m. and a second, identical extravaganza at midnight on New Year’s Eve, December 31. Both run about 8 minutes. Best viewing is the mile-long 16th Street, which is lined with outdoor cafes equipped with heat lamps for those who prefer to people watch in comfort. [Read more…] about Don’t Miss New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Downtown Denver
Free ‘Tuba Christmas’ Concerts in Downtown Denver & Parker
Admit it, tubas get no respect. But hundreds of tubas, euphoniums and other low-register brass instruments spread holiday cheer on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Denver Center Performing Arts Complex (in Sculpture Park). It’s all part of TubaChristmas 2025, a nationwide series of FREE concerts performed by local, volunteer musicians who play tubas and other big brass, and who assemble only hours before concert time to rehearse their “heavy metal” tunes. [Read more…] about Free ‘Tuba Christmas’ Concerts in Downtown Denver & Parker
Evergreen Hosts New Year’s Eve Icefest at Evergreen Lake
Evergreen’s annual Icefest on New Year’s Eve is back. The long-standing tradition is a family-friendly, alcohol free, safe event for the community on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Evergreen Lake. Tickets are first-come, first serve and will be sold at the door. Did you know: Evergreen Lake is the largest outdoor Zamboni groomed ice skating rink in North America!
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Seven-Story Digital Mile High Tree Lets You Go Inside For Free
Downtown Denver is home to the tallest digital Christmas tree in the country. Visit Denver and other community partners have come together to create an amazing holiday attraction, the Mile High Tree, with 60,000 programmed LED lights. It will be open November 21 through December 31, 2025. The tree is easy to access at its location at the Tivoli Quad at the Auraria Campus. [Read more…] about Seven-Story Digital Mile High Tree Lets You Go Inside For Free
Good Deal! National Western Stock Show 2026 Tickets – Save Up To 30%
Saddle up for 16 days of savings! The National Western Stock Show will ride again into Denver — starting January 10, 2026. There are lots of ticket deals to be rounded up, especially if you are willing to buy your tickets in advance. (And they make great holiday gifts for friends and family who are hard to shop for, because they already have everything!) Groupon has Stock Show tickets starting as low as $24 (up to 30% off) with 28 different events available. Remember, Stock Show event tickets include general grounds admission on the day of the event, too. [Read more…] about Good Deal! National Western Stock Show 2026 Tickets – Save Up To 30%
How to Get Cheap Tickets for Holiday Classic ‘A Christmas Carol’ in Denver
Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And, for many families, it’s just not the holidays without enjoying A Christmas Carol in the Mile High City. The beloved holiday classic plays the Wolf Theatre from November 21 to December 28, 2025. [Read more…] about How to Get Cheap Tickets for Holiday Classic ‘A Christmas Carol’ in Denver
See Live Nativity in Broomfield on Friday
The Nativity story comes to life at Risen Savior Lutheran Church on Friday, December 19, 2025. Actors and live animals are part of the FREE performances given at 5:15 p.m., 6:15 p.m and 7:15 p.m. The Nativity story will be told and Christmas songs sung by church youth. Enjoy both outdoor and indoor events, plus free hot drinks and cookies. [Read more…] about See Live Nativity in Broomfield on Friday
On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately for theater lovers on a budget, the city makes the arts more affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess. The much-loved program provides affordable access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production. [Read more…] about On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
Movie Preview – ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’

With Avatar: Fire and Ash, James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family. The film also stars Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin, Cliff Curtis, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Edie Falco, David Thewlis, Jemaine Clement, Giovanni Ribisi and Kate Winslet. [Read more…] about Movie Preview – ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
San Marino Retirement Community Hosts Festive Outdoor Christmas Village Craft Market
San Marino Retirement Community hosts its Christmas Village Craft Market, a family-friendly holiday celebration inspired by the traditional ChrisKindlMarket. This outdoor event will take place on Wednesday & Thursday, December 17 & 18, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on San Marino’s spacious 10-acre campus in Westminster. [Read more…] about San Marino Retirement Community Hosts Festive Outdoor Christmas Village Craft Market
Today! Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring New Toy or Gift For Free Entry
The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Event Center is the site of holiday, family fun with Visit The Village on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday revelers of all ages came spend the day strolling through a local vendor village, making crafts, meeting with Santa, sliding down an inflatable tubing hill, enjoying children’s activities, food, beverages, and more. [Read more…] about Today! Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring New Toy or Gift For Free Entry