Things To Do

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

The city of Thornton’s signature event — Thorntonfest — is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. at the Carpenter Park Fields. The FREE event (this year it celebrates the city’s 70th anniversary) includes a craft fair, kids zone, live entertainment, Paw Fest, competitions, car show, laser light show, beer garden and much more. [Read more…] about Thorntonfest Promises Good Times For All June 6

Get ready to kick off the season in style! Arvada Summerfest is an event for 2026 that brings together the best of two former events — Arvada on Tap and Arvada Days — into one unforgettable summer celebration. The FREE family- and pet-friendly event is Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ralston Park Addition, adjacent to Arvada West High School. [Read more…] about Start The Summer at Arvada Summerfest at Ralston Park Addition

The Downtown Littleton Block Party is a FREE event on Saturday, June 13, 2026. From 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Littleton’s Main Street transforms into a vibrant celebration filled with live music on four stages, street performers, fiery spectacles, food, drinks, and a spectacular fireworks finale. [Read more…] about Downtown Littleton Block Party. Live Music, Fireworks & More!

Aurora plays host to an international culture festival, the newly renamed Aurora Fest, on the Great Lawn at the Aurora Municipal Center on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. With more than 160 languages spoken in Aurora, the festival provides a unique opportunity for the community to become one. Included is a kids area, musical and dance performances, fashion show, international marketplace, food trucks and art displays. [Read more…] about Aurora Fest Celebrates Diverse Cultures on June 13

Celebrate love and equality at Adams County Pride. This FREE, family-friendly festival features art and live entertainment on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from noon to 6 p.m. at Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton. In addition to live music, the roller-skating attraction of Rainbow Dome, and lots of food, festival organizers are bringing in a lineup of amazing local artists to create interactive and site-specific installations. [Read more…] about Celebrate Adams County Pride in Brighton

The City of Brighton’s largest community festival, Summerfest, returns to Carmichael Park on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy children’s activities, live music throughout the day, a beer garden, all sorts of vendors and more. Food will be available for purchase on site. All activities and concerts at Summerfest are FREE, so bring the family. [Read more…] about Summerfest in Brighton Features Food, Music & Fun June 6

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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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