In the cities Germany, Austria and the German-speaking part of Switzerland, vendors set up stalls in the plaza around the cathedral to sell charming gift items and all manner of holiday goodies. Denver’s 2025 Christkindl Market moves to its new home at Tivoli Quad at Auraria Campus from Friday, November 21 through Tuesday, December 23, 2025. [Read more…] about Savor The Holidays at Denver’s German-Style Christkindl Market. New Location This Year
Entertainment
How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026
These deals from Harkins Theatres definitely offer blockbuster savings for movie lovers! The regional theatre chain is now selling its popular 2026 Loyalty Cup. The program rewards frequent moviegoers with low-cost soft drinks throughout the year. Even if you don’t go to the movies often, the cup pays for itself in just a few visits. [Read more…] about How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026
On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately for theater lovers on a budget, the city makes the arts more affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess. The much-loved program provides affordable access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production. [Read more…] about On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
Drunk Christmas 2025: Audacious Theatre’s Boozy Twist On A Dickens’ Classic. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
It’s everybody’s favorite Christmas tale with a boozy twist. Join a drunken cast for a beer as they teach Scrooge a lesson about Christmas and all its “spirits.” Drunk Christmas is a shortened version of the Charles Dickens classic, and Audacious Immersive Theatre’s annual holiday show. Performances run on Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from November 28 through December 21, 2025, at various breweries around town. [Read more…] about Drunk Christmas 2025: Audacious Theatre’s Boozy Twist On A Dickens’ Classic. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
Where to See ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet In 2025
Whether you’re a fan of toe shoes or can’t tell a tutu from a toucan, The Nutcracker is sure to win you over (and is the perfect introduction to ballet for children). The holiday classic receives stagings across the Front Range, from small dance school recitals to full-blown, big-budget productions with live orchestra and all the trimmings.
But no matter the dance troupe, Nutcracker dazzles audiences with glittering snowflakes, shimmering sugarplums, the thrilling battle between the Mouse King and the oh-so-handsome Prince and more, all to Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary score. Spend a little or spend a little bit more, the choice is yours. (We’ve noted any discounts.) Here are some productions in 2025 to check out: [Read more…] about Where to See ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet In 2025
Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ Skates into Denver This December for Family Fun
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The perfect early Christmas gift for the whole family! Disney On Ice skates into Denver with its new “Let’s Dance” show at the Ball Arena — from December 5 to 7, 2025. The show brings Disney stories to life through world-class ice skating. Expect a performance sure to bring joy and fun to everyone in the family! [Read more…] about Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ Skates into Denver This December for Family Fun
High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Fall? Updated!
You don’t have to shell out big bucks to see top-notch theater productions. High schools and colleges across the Denver metro area stage plays and musicals, showcasing some of the best local talent to be found. Far from bare bones, you’ll find fully-realized scenery, costumes, lighting, choreography and often live orchestras. The best part? Ticket prices ($5 to $12) are a fraction of what you’d pay for a “professional” show. [Read more…] about High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Fall? Updated!
Last Day to Enter Final Lottery! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Disney’s Blockbuster Musical ‘The Lion King’ 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 Disney’s blockbuster musical The Lion King roars back into Denver at the Buell Theatre from October 23 to to November 16, 2025. Here’s a rare opportunity to get tickets to the popular show on the cheap: [Read more…] about Last Day to Enter Final Lottery! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Disney’s Blockbuster Musical ‘The Lion King’ in Denver
Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances
A round of applause to Opera Colorado. The company announced it is offering Pay What You Wish tickets for all future performances. The suggested price is $25, but you are welcome to choose a price that works with your financial circumstances. The minimum for Pay What You Wish tickets is $1 + (a City & County of Denver seat tax of 10%). Regular tickets start at $58 up to $280. [Read more…] about Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances
Win Denver Museum of Nature & Science Tickets To See ‘The Secret World of Elephants’
All winners have been drawn and notified. Elephants are among the most beloved creatures in the animal kingdom. Now you can discover the science behind nature’s most lovable giants, from how they “hear” through their feet to ways they contribute to daily life around the planet. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has a new temporary exhibit The Secret World of Elephants from October 24, 2025 to January 25, 2026. [Read more…] about Win Denver Museum of Nature & Science Tickets To See ‘The Secret World of Elephants’
Buntport Theater: Tickets Are Name-Any-Price (Even $0) To ‘Edgar Allan Poe Is Dead and So Is My Cat’
Buntport Theater is staging Edgar Allan Poe Is Dead and So Is My Cat, an outlandish comedy about obsession, thrift store finds, and the chicken from Boston Market. The show runs October 31 to November 16, 2025 and admission is name any price (including $0). In the play, your library will soon be full of dog-eared, book-marked, marginalia-filled tomes, making you look like the intellectual that you aren’t.
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Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25
Aurora’s Fall Into Fun festival is back on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center. The FREE event celebrates all things fall with live musical performances, a pumpkin patch, fun family-friendly activities and plenty of eats from local food trucks. [Read more…] about Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25
Enjoy Discount Tickets (As Low As $5.99!) & 50% Off Popcorn Every Tuesday at Regal Cinemas
Hey, frugal film fans, let’s go to the movies! Going to the movies can definitely be an expensive adventure, especially for families. Bargain hunters are always on the lookout for blockbuster savings before taking a seat in the dark. That’s why Tuesday should be your day for going to the movies at Regal Cinemas. Even better, you can much on bargain buttery popcorn, too!
AMC Theatres Offers Half-Price Tickets Every Tuesday & Wednesday — Plus, 50% Off Combo!
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 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 Half-Price Tickets Every Tuesday & Wednesday — Plus, 50% Off Combo!
Celebrate Frederick’s Heritage at Miners Day — Parade, Burro Races & Fireworks!
The Town of Frederick goes all out to celebrate its mining heritage during Miners Day on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Centennial Park. This annual event features family-oriented fun and entertainment including a parade, burro race, vendors, food trucks, activities, contests, and live entertainment. Festivities end with an evening concert and spectacular fireworks display. [Read more…] about Celebrate Frederick’s Heritage at Miners Day — Parade, Burro Races & Fireworks!