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 104 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

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

Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival is back in a big way on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in the Historic Five Points neighborhood. This is one of the largest Juneteenth celebrations in the United States, with a parade and street festival featuring hundreds of vendors, live music and delicious food. Headliner is Juvenile. [Read more…] about Juneteenth Music Festival Fills The Streets Of Five Points

Spending your 4th in Broomfield? The Great American Picnic at Broomfield County Commons Park promises fun for the whole family. Starting at 5 p.m., there will be inflatables, concessions and food vendors and a beer garden for those 21+. Add in the one-of-a-kind Bike Parade, then enjoy live music starting at 6 p.m. The evening ends with a bang with fireworks set off at 9:15 p.m. [Read more…] about Great American Picnic In Broomfield on July 4. Parade, Music, Fireworks & More!

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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The annual FREE Commerce City 4thFest takes place at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park officially starting at 3 p.m. and is open to the public. A family festival will include a bounce house, a rock-climbing wall, an alpine tubing slide, a mechanical bull, pedal carts and more. This year’s event is a first-time partnership with USA Rugby for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup! [Read more…] about Commerce City 4th Fest Boasts Largest Public Fireworks Show In Colorado. Watch Team USA Compete In World Nations Rugby Cup Beforehand

Longmont holds its Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Roosevelt Park. The FREE family-oriented event is open to the public and promises to be a morning filled with music, entertainment, music and food vendors and cultural significance. The celebration goes on rain or shine. [Read more…] about Longmont Holds Huge Juneteenth Celebration June 20

Even at 50 years, the Parker Days Festival continues to entertain the more than 120,000 visitors who enjoy carnival rides, attractions, music from live bands, arts and crafts exhibitors, food trucks and more. This year’s Festival is Friday to Sunday, June 12 to 14, 2026 in downtown Parker. The event is FREE, but rides and attractions cost extra. However, you can save by buying in advance. [Read more…] about This Weekend! 2026 Parker Days Festival Means Food, Music and Fun