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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 97 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Did you know the city of Aurora turns 135 this year? The city is hosting a family friendly birthday party on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Aurora History Museum. The event is FREE, open to the public and no registration is required. There will be fun party games, cake, face painting and crafts. [Read more…] about City Of Aurora Hosts 135th Birthday Party on May 2

It’s Derby time! The first-ever Kentucky Derby Celebration at Belmar is Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The FREE, family-friendly promises to be an afternoon of style, music, contests, and race day excitement. Join other race fans on The Plaza at Belmar for food, drinks and to watch the big race live on the big screen. [Read more…] about Kentucky Derby Celebration at Belmar Includes Real Horses, Music, Market & Big-Screen Viewing

Celebrate a springtime afternoon full of bright colors, local creativity and strong community at the Larimer Square Spring Fling: Art in Bloom on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Denver’s most historic block will come alive with this family-friendly celebration featuring local music, live painting and craft workshops by Crafty Chassis. [Read more…] about ‘Spring Fling: Art in Bloom’ at Larimer Square. Free Bouquets For First 50 Guests

On the first Friday of each month, neighbors and visitors flock to the RiNo Art District to experience visual art exhibitions, explore artist studios, and take in the district’s creative energy. This year, the art walk expands into a new, FREE First Friday Festival series with live performances, food, visual art, local vendors, and more from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the ArtPark at Arkins Park. [Read more…] about RiNo Expands First Fridays Into Full-Blown Festival

Small Wonders Weekend at the Colorado Railroad Museum is Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Marvel at the minis” while exploring the Museum’s impressive small-scale railroads, including the extensive on-site layouts operated by the Denver Garden Railway Society and the Denver HO Model Railroad Club. [Read more…] about Small Wonders Weekend at Colorado Railroad Museum Showcases Small-Scale Railroads

Denver and surrounding communities boast a number of festivals, parades and fun events celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo, is not Mexican Independence Day. Actually, it commemorates the victory of an outnumbered Mexican army over the French forces of Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. These days, May 5 has become a celebration of Latino culture. For 2026, most celebrations will be over the weekend, May 2 or 3. [Read more…] about 6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

The annual Colorado Chocolate Festival at the Delta by Marriott in Northglenn is Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features more than 50,000 chocolate samples from more than 80 regional and national vendors. If thousands of chocolate samples isn’t enough enticement, this year’s festival also offers contests, a Mother’s Day gift market, games and kids activities.

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The annual Cinco de Mayo Festival takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park, Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. More than 200 exhibitors and food vendors will be serving up the best in Colorado Mexican cuisine. A variety of local, regional and international talents will appear on three stages. A parade gets the fiesta started at 11 a.m. on Saturday. [Read more…] about Cinco de Mayo Festival 2026 Fills Civic Center Park May 2 & 3