Things To Do

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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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read more…] about 197 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver

The Town of Frederick celebrates the many forms of flight with its annual Frederick in Flight — including hot air balloon lifts, tethered balloon rides, a Glow Party with beer garden and food trucks, and tons of FREE fun for the whole family Friday to Sunday, June 26 to 28, 2026. [Read more…] about Up! Up! and Away! Frederick in Flight June 26 to 28

Celebrate Japanese-American culture, food, music, crafts and dance at Denver’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026. FREE performances start each day at 11 a.m. and include martial arts, folk dancing, Japanese drumming, Japanese Enka (traditional) songs, and lots more. [Read more…] about Downtown Denver’s Cherry Blossom Festival On June 27 & 28

Spend the summer dancing the night away with Coohills’ Beats on the Creek 2026 Summer Concert Series. Tuesdays from July 7 to August 11, 2026, Coohills restaurant hosts musical acts on a bridge over Cherry Creek in LoDo. Admission onto the bridge, which opens at 6 p.m., is $10 and benefits First Descents. Bands perform from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Coohills Beats on the Creek 2026 Summer Concert Series Offers Six Shows

Haul out the red, white and blue — it’s going to be a firecracker 4th of July. Not only are there parades, community festivals and fireworks, but also deals, discounts and low-cost things to do on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, 2026. Start off at dawn with fun runs and pancake breakfasts; then, picnic and groove to tunes through the day, and finally, find a spot around 9 p.m. for a show that lights up the Colorado sky. [Read more…] about Free and Cheap Things for July 4th in Denver – Food Deals, Activities, Concerts & Parties!

The annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival will be held Friday to Sunday, July 3 to 5, 2026, in Cherry Creek North running from 2nd to 3rd Avenues between Clayton and Adams Streets. Admission to the festival is FREE. Experience unique and fascinating works by 260+ visual artists, along with live musical performances and artist demonstrations. [Read more…] about Check Out Cherry Creek Arts Festival In Cherry Creek North Over 4th of July 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 95 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

BOOM! BANG! CHEAP! Fourth of July festivities abound in the metro Denver/Boulder area. We’ve found most of the no-cost and low-cost festivals, fireworks and parades to keep the family entertained. Events are listed alphabetically for easier review. We expect to add more events, as they’re announced — so check back often.

In case of bad weather or fire bans, some fireworks shows may be cancelled. However, celebrations usually go on as planned. Check back here and on event websites for updated information.

If you know of any we have missed, please email Laura@MileHighOnTheCheap.com with details.

If you are looking for things to do specifically on Friday, July 4, check out this list of attractions that are open, special events at restaurants, breweries and bars, and Independence Day food deals.

Here’s what’s bursting July 2, 3 & 4 (plus a few days before):
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The annual Denver PrideFest is a FREE celebration of community, family and culture on 16th Street (due to construction in Civic Center Park) and recognized as one of the top 10 of its kind in the country. The event is Sunday, June 28, 2026. Even with the move downtown, you can expect all the Pride classics you know and love like Latin Stage, The Gayborhood, and the youth and family area. [Read more…] about Denver PrideFest 2026 Is One Of The Best In The Nation

Crosscurrents is a FREE riverside music festival on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Confluence Park. Festival Headliner is Neil Frances. Besides live music, there will be a Kids Zone, plenty of food trucks and fun things to do along (and hopefully in) the South Platte River. [Read more…] about ‘Crosscurrents’ Offers Free Music & Fun On The South Platte

Never been to Mile High Flea Market? Now you have no excuse. Admission will be FREE on Fridays — May 29, June 26, July 24 & August 21, 2026. Mile High Flea Market houses a traditional flea market — open to anyone who wants to sell, a four-season farmers market, covered shops, food and beer stands, live music and more. Open every weekend year-round, today the Market boasts more than 2,500 weekend sellers. [Read more…] about Free Fridays at Mile High Flea Market

More than 100 cool cars will be on display at the Simply Advance Car Show on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Suburban Sports Complex. Spectators can check out all the cars for FREE, as well as enjoy food, drinks, music, activities and giveaways. The public will be invited to vote for their favorite car. [Read more…] about Simply Advance Car Show Brings 100+ Cars To South Suburban Sports Complex June 29

Continuum Art Studios is a private artists’ workspace in Englewood. It is hosting its next Open Studios event on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This is an opportunity for you to  engage with working artists and makers who work in ceramics, jewelry, fiber, painting, mixed-media, paper, encaustic and other media. [Read more…] about Open Studios Event at Continuum Art Studios in Englewood