Southwest Denver Artist Open Studios is set for Saturday, May 3, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. The FREE event allows visitors to explore artist studios and community venues across southwest Denver and Englewood. Some 29 artists are participating in a variety of media from paintings to sculptures and mixed media. [Read more…] about Southwest Denver Artists Open Studios To Public May 3
Things To Do
Free First Friday Jazz Hop In Five Points Fills Music Venues Along Welton Street
Here’s a way to “jazz” up the first Friday of every month. Local jazz musicians will take to the stage at multiple venues along Welton Street in Denver’s historic jazz district during First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points. The organizers hope to keep jazz and culture alive, by encouraging music fans to immerse themselves in the rhythm, culture, and energy of Five Points. [Read more…] about Free First Friday Jazz Hop In Five Points Fills Music Venues Along Welton Street
Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers 50% Off Tickets for Pulitzer-Prize Winning Comedy
Denver Center for the Performing Arts has a seat for you, theatre lovers on a budget! Sizzling with big laughs, authentic characters and found-family drama, the Pulitzer Prizing-winning comedy The Hot Wing King is the perfect way to round out a season of great plays. The production plays the Kilstrom Theatre from April 25 to May 25, 2025. [Read more…] about Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers 50% Off Tickets for Pulitzer-Prize Winning Comedy
Our Denver Post “Cheap Checklist” Column Moves To Wednesday
Stop the presses! We wanted to alert fans of our monthly “Cheap Checklist” column in The Denver Post that we’re making the move from the first Saturday of the month to the first Wednesday (or the Wednesday just prior to a new month — depending on how it falls on the calendar). So our May 2025 column appears in print and online on Wednesday, April 30. [Read more…] about Our Denver Post “Cheap Checklist” Column Moves To Wednesday
Free Comic Book Day Flies High with Fun & Freebies in Denver May 3
POW! ZAP! FREE! Calling all comic book enthusiasts! This year, FREE Comic Book Day on May 3, 2025 is celebrating more than 20 years of the annual celebration and giveaway. The colorful day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to all.
[Read more…] about Free Comic Book Day Flies High with Fun & Freebies in Denver May 3
AMC Theatres Offers Discount Tickets and $5 Combo Special Every Tuesday
Going to the movies during the week can be a much more enjoyable experience than on the weekends, especially because there are fewer people in attendance. That means you can usually get better seats and you won’t have to wait in line to get your popcorn and snacks. However, most importantly, you can save money on tickets at most theater chains on Tuesdays, including AMC Theatres. [Read more…] about AMC Theatres Offers Discount Tickets and $5 Combo Special Every Tuesday
67 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 67 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
112 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.
Looking for trivia nights? Check out this long list of trivia events.
If you don’t already, keep up with the latest deals, discounts and freebies by signing up for our daily e-newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Click on each link for details, as some events may require registration.
Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read more…] about 112 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver
6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
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 2025, most celebrations will be over the weekend, May 3 or 4. [Read more…] about 6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Free Days at Museums & More in May 2025
May brings showers (sometimes rain, sometimes snow) to the Rockies and also brings FREE fun across the Mile High City, thanks to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. As always, there’s so much to explore and experience in Denver on the cheap, thanks to our city’s generous FREE Days at museums and attractions. Remember that some places require you to get a timed ticket in advance, while others allow for walk-ins. Be sure to check policies before you head out. [Read more…] about Free Days at Museums & More in May 2025
Kentucky Derby Celebration at Southlands May 3
Don your fancy hats, fascinators, seersucker suits and head out to Southlands Shopping Center for a Kentucky Derby Celebration on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Town Square. During the FREE event, enjoy live music from local favorite Montage, lawn games, food and special drinks for purchase, games and the chance to watch the big race on the big screen. [Read more…] about Kentucky Derby Celebration at Southlands May 3
Build A LEGO Star Wars Grogu For Free & Take It Home May 4
Two Denver area LEGO Stores are holding a special mini-build in honor of “May The 4th Be With You” aka Star Wars Day. On Sunday, May 4, 2025, from noon to 2 p.m., build a LEGO Star Wars Grogu for FREE and take it home with you. This “make and take” event is intended for those 10 years and older. The LEGO Star Wars Grogu model will be available on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last, so get there early. [Read more…] about Build A LEGO Star Wars Grogu For Free & Take It Home May 4
Cinco de Mayo Festival 2025 Fills Civic Center Park May 3 & 4
The annual Cinco de Mayo Festival takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park, Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 2025, 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 2025 Fills Civic Center Park May 3 & 4
DICK’S Cherry Creek Grand Opening Brings Fun-Filled Weekend May 16 to 18 — Including Bo Nix Appearance, Free Soccer Balls & Gift Card Giveaway!
DICK’s Sporting Goods Store is ready to play ball at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center! The popular sporting goods store is celebrating the grand opening of its newest Colorado location May 16 to 18, 2025. The new store is located at 370 S. Colorado Blvd. in Glendale. (The store is not located at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center itself. It’s located next to the Super Target in Glendale.)
How to Get Cheap Tickets for ‘The Addams Family’ 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 the next big musical coming to the Mile High City is The Addams Family. The magnificently macabre hit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy, kooky characters plays at the Buell Theatre from May 2 to 4, 2025. [Read more…] about How to Get Cheap Tickets for ‘The Addams Family’ in Denver