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 127 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Teens and tweens can step into the spotlight at Main Character Energy, a new series of festivals put together by Arapahoe Libraries. The FREE festivals were inspired by teen library patrons, who said they wanted the chance to feel like the heroes of their favorite books and movies. At Main Character Energy, attendees can explore a variety of art stations, games and treats and step into their own “main character moment.” [Read more…] about This Friday! Arapahoe Libraries Invites Teens & Tweens To Main Character Energy Festival Inspired By Their Favorite Books & Movies

Youth on Record presents La Alma Live – a FREE summer concert series at La Alma-Lincoln Park. This two-part concert series invites the community to gather and celebrate music, culture, and connection in one of Denver’s most historic neighborhoods. Concerts are on Saturdays — August 1 & 15, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the La Alma-Lincoln Park Amphitheater. [Read more…] about La Alma Live: Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series – August 1 & 15

Denver Union Station commemorates 150 years of Colorado history with a Colorado Day Celebration on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the event will feature LoDo walking tours led by Historic Denver and a live cooking demonstration by Ultreia. Inside the Great Hall, enjoy free cultural performances by the Cleo Parker Robinson Youth Ensemble, Central City Opera, Colorado Symphony, the Denver Jazz Fest Trio and Mariachi Internacional by The Mexican Cultural Center. [Read more…] about Denver Union Station Celebrates Colorado Day on August 1

Wow, it is a year of birthdays! America is 250, Colorado turns 150 and Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park celebrates its 50th birthday on August 1, 2026, with a FREE party from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This special birthday party and exhibition opening honor five decades of preserving the community’s vibrant past while bridging the gap between local 20th-century history and modern-day Lakewood. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to step back in time by exploring open historic buildings, enjoying traditional cider pressing and hayrides, and even learning time-honored heritage skills like blacksmithing and calligraphy. [Read more…] about Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Hosts 50th Birthday Party on August 1

The Cache la Poudre River is more than a source of drinking water. It’s an important habitat for wildlife, a recreational resource and part of Colorado’s heritage. The Poudre RiverFest brings it all together on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at New Belgium Brewing in Fort Collins. [Read more…] about Poudre RiverFest in Fort Collins – Free, Family Festival August 8

Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Just looking for a fun no-brain game where you can win prizes. Here’s a list of upcoming Denver area trivia and bingo nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule. You’ll find them at bars, breweries, restaurants, musical halls, clubs and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia and bingo nights around Denver, Boulder and beyond. [Read more…] about Check Out Our Calendar & Map Of Denver Area Trivia & Bingo Nights

The Adams County Fair, which dates back to 1888 and is now the largest county fair in the state, runs Wednesday to Sunday, July 29 to August 2, 2026. Entry to the fairgrounds and most of the jam-packed schedule is FREE, but the Demolition Derby and main stage concerts are ticketed events (ranging from $20 to $32). [Read more…] about Adams County Fair is July 29 to August 2. Free Entry and Carnival Ride Deals

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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On August 1, 1876, President Grant made Colorado the “Centennial State.” Join History Colorado, the Denver Art Museum and the Center for Colorado Women’s History on Saturday, August 1, 2026, for the Colorado Day Community Fest. Enjoy FREE admission to the festival (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) in Denver’s Golden Triangle District, as well as a FREE community pancake breakfast (9 a.m.) and FREE museum entry (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), as we celebrate Colorado’s 150th birthday. [Read more…] about Colorado Day Community Fest Features Free Pancake Breakfast, Fun, & Free Museum Admissions

What better way to commemorate America’s 250th birthday and Colorado’s 150th birthday than with the Centennial State’s best homegrown products—including some of which were invented in this great state! As an official Colorado 150 celebration, Civic Center NIGHT MARKET: Homegrown Colorado on July 31, 2026, in Civic Center Park, alongside Denver Art Museum’s “Untitled” series will showcase the diversity of Colorado’s most tasty and famous food, beverage, and culture through community. [Read more…] about Civic Center Night Market: Homegrown Colorado Celebrates Colorado’s 150th Birthday

It’s time for the 2026 Arapahoe County Fair, with four days of fun Thursday, July 23 to Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora. Fairgoers will find their dollar goes a long way with gate admission that includes unlimited carnival rides and FREE parking, plus all main stage performances, rodeos, 4-H livestock shows, public competitions, mutton bustin’ for the little buckaroos and more. [Read more…] about Tons of Fun at Arapahoe County Fair July 23 to 26