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
Things To Do
Free Entry: Shop Local at RiNo Spring Bazaar at Zeppelin Station
Denver BAZAAR brings its lively outdoor marketplace to the RiNo Art District on Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19, 2024. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. More than 80 craft, food, art and fashion vendors are expected to participate. Fashion trucks will be on site, as well. This is an all ages, family-friendly, dog friendly event. [Read more…] about Free Entry: Shop Local at RiNo Spring Bazaar at Zeppelin Station
This Sunday! Local Museums Celebrate Dia del Niño with Free Entry and Entertainment
Celebrate traditional Latin American (and the rest of the world) culture during Día del Niño (Day of the Children) on Sunday, April 28, 2024. This year, Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art celebrates on Saturday, the 27th, while the Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Clyfford Still Museum, History Colorado Center and Denver Central Library will offer FREE general admission and/or entertainment on the 28th. Here’s what’s happening: [Read more…] about This Sunday! Local Museums Celebrate Dia del Niño with Free Entry and Entertainment
Still On! Free Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival in Boulder Is Bigger Than Ever!
No need to go to Holland to see thousands tulips in a rainbow of colors and no need to visit a distant theme park to engage small children’s fancy. Just head to the 1300 block of Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall for the Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Still On! Free Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival in Boulder Is Bigger Than Ever!
Vibe Artisan Market Sets Up Shop Inside Sports Castle
Vibe Artisan Markets is expanding into Colorado in a big way with a two-day shopping event on Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 2024, at the historic Sports Castle. The Spring Vibe Market | Denver features 100+ artists, creatives and makers each day, local music creators, a cocktail bar on each level, art gallery featuring local artists, guest chefs with globally inspired cuisine, coffee bar and food truck. [Read more…] about Vibe Artisan Market Sets Up Shop Inside Sports Castle
Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods
Those who value unique hand-made items for themselves or as gifts head for the Firefly Handmade Spring Market and its 80 or so local artisans. It takes place Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the 1000 block of South Gaylord Street. Firefly Handmade is the Front Range’s premier marketplace for exclusively handmade artisan goods. [Read more…] about Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods
Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun Series for 2024 — On Sale Now!
Summer means it’s time to go to the movies! Going to the movies during the summer will always be the perfect adventure for families. Thanks to the many summer film series, it’s a fun, easy and cheap way to escape the heat, while enjoying a family-friendly flick on the big screen. And Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun series lets frugal families enjoy eight weeks of kids’ movies at a budget-friendly price. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun Series for 2024 — On Sale Now!
Yum! Colorado Chocolate Festival 2024 Offers 50,000+ Samples
The annual Colorado Chocolate Festival at the Crowne Plaza DIA is Friday & Saturday, May 10 & 11, 2024, 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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Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage
Bargains and not-such-bargains are to be had at the monthly A Paris Street Market at Aspen Grove, which is open the first Saturday of each month from May to October. Whether or not you find something you must have, it’s great just to poke around a FREE open-air market whose vendors specialize in antique, vintage, funky and fun items. [Read more…] about Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage
Regal Cinemas Reduces Ticket Pricing Every Day at One Location — Nearly 50% Off Previous Pricing!
We have reached out to Regal Cinemas for verification, as the reduced ticket pricing does not appear to be currently available. Get ready for blockbuster savings, frugal film fans! Going to the movies can be an expensive adventure, so, anytime you can save money at the box office, it’s definitely worth rolling out the red carpet. And Regal Cinemas just announced a new pricing structure at one of its locations in the Denver metro area — Colorado Mills at 14500 W. Colfax Ave. in Lakewood. [Read more…] about Regal Cinemas Reduces Ticket Pricing Every Day at One Location — Nearly 50% Off Previous Pricing!
Free Entry: National Veterans Creative Arts Festival Stage Show Performance
Experience how creative arts can heal! The National Veterans Creative Arts Festival Stage Show is to be held Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Newman Center. During this FREE evening veterans perform musical, dance or dramatic selections. All have been treated in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) national health care system. [Read more…] about Free Entry: National Veterans Creative Arts Festival Stage Show Performance
See Cute Baby Animals. Farm and Ranch Day at CALF’s Lowell Ranch. Reserve Your Free Ticket Now
City folk just don’t get out to the “country” enough. There’s a quick fix on Saturday, May 11, 2024, during Farm and Ranch Day at CALF’s historic Lowell Ranch in Castle Rock. The entire family can see all sorts of livestock and the historic Lowell Ranch House during the FREE event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is the perfect chance to see all creatures big and small including lambs, calves, chickens, pigs, and more. [Read more…] about See Cute Baby Animals. Farm and Ranch Day at CALF’s Lowell Ranch. Reserve Your Free Ticket Now
22 Best Public Playgrounds Around Denver – Updated!
The Denver metro area is home to more than 700 public playgrounds — some small, some large, some broken-in and some freshly-built. Below are some of our favorites. Chances are you have never heard of these parks, but all are all well worth a visit even if you live a few miles away.
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Movie Preview – ‘The Idea of You’
Based on the acclaimed, contemporary love story of the same name, The Idea of You centers on Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. [Read more…] about Movie Preview – ‘The Idea of You’
9 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Time to give Mother Nature her due. Monday, April 22, 2024, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are on Saturday the 20th, with some the following Saturday.
If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about 9 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area