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 93 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

The Downtown Parker Holiday Market will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at O’Brien Park. The market will feature handmade gifts from local artisans, delicious food trucks, children’s activities and an abundance of festive cheer. The event gives families a chance to celebrate the holidays all day long while supporting the small businesses that make downtown Parker unique. [Read more…] about Downtown Parker Holiday Market Hopes To Create A New Tradition

The merchants of Denver’s South Pearl Street are hosting WinterFest on Friday and Saturday, December 5 & 6, 2025  — centered on the 1500 block. Enjoy holiday hay wagon rides, an open-air Saturday holiday market with gift and food vendors, live music and a local merchant open house from the 1200 to 1900 blocks. [Read more…] about WinterFest Returns To Old South Pearl Street: Hay Rides, Tree Lighting, Music & More

Join Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves for an evening of fun when Santa comes to Northglenn on Friday, December 5, 2025, to kick off the city’s holiday celebration. Noel Northglenn runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Northglenn Recreation Center and will be filled with both “fan favorites” and fun ways to celebrate the season. [Read more…] about Noel Northglenn Brings Santa To Town On December 5

Schweiger Ranch is pulling out all the stops for its annual authentic Schweiger Ranch Austrian Christmas event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In Austria, Christmas is a time of reflection and gathering with friends and family. Bring the family to see Santa and his reindeer, enjoy Austrian food and beverages and other activities for children and adults. [Read more…] about Schweiger Ranch Austrian Christmas and Christkindl Market

Olde Golden Christmas continues its tradition of a candlelight walk on Friday, December 5, 2025, with hundreds of locals and visitors caroling their way down Washington Avenue, candles in hand. As they pass each block, holiday lights are illuminated. The walkers continue until they reach Golden’s Parfet Park. The lights will illuminate the night through mid-February of 2026. [Read more…] about Olde Golden Christmas Candlelight Walk On December 5

Imagine stepping into a world where​ glowing light sculptures, video art projection, and music converge to​ relax your body and engage your mind and emotions. The Lumonics team has transformed a Denver warehouse into an intimate artistic setting. More than 75 light sculptures, in rotation from a collection of over 200 works, are on display and part of the immersive experience presented on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm. Each performance is new and orchestrated live. [Read more…] about 2-For-1 Tickets to Lumonics Immersed

Lakewood shines a bit brighter following Lakewood Lights on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. The official lighting ceremony with the mayor and city council begins at the Gazebo at 5:30 p.m. Meet with Santa or craft an ornament. Cookies and hot cocoa are available for free (though a $1 donation is nice). This event is FREE and open to all ages. [Read more…] about Lakewood Lights Brightens The Season. Tree Lighting, Cookies, Santa, Music & More

Enjoy an evening of holiday carols, community spirit and the annual lighting of the tree in Arvada’s Olde Town Square on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Festivities kick off at 2 p.m. with a lively pop-up makers’ market with Local Artisan Vendors, bars, and Skating in the Square. [Read more…] about Arvada Olde Town Tree Lighting Rings In Community Spirit

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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