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McDivitt Law Firm Hosts Free Summer Block Party

The verdict is in: This party will be loads of fun! The McDivitt Law Firm just opened a new office (14261 E. 4th Ave.) in Aurora and they’re throwing a FREE Summer Block Party to celebrate. The fun takes place on Saturday, July 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the new office. Enjoy delicious treats from food trucks, let kids play on the Fire Truck slide or the Hamster Ball Race Track and so much more.

Everything is completely FREE, including the food! The firm will also be giving away a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Big Bear Edition, as well as a lots of other prizes — worth more than $50,000 in total. That’s definitely one big give away!

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Take A Child to the Opera at Central City

CentralCity-logoThe Central City Opera, Colorado’s boutique summer opera festival now in its 85th year, reprises its Take a Child to the Opera day with an affordable matinee performance of “Carmen” on Tuesday, August 1 beginning at 2:30 p.m. It includes a narrator’s preview and an autograph session with the company’s young Apprentice Artists. Seats are $20 each but there is a possibility that they might increase in price with demand (click here to purchase tickets) and here for the optional $10 Take a Child to the Opera pre-performance family fun activities, including interactive opera games starting at 11:30 a.m. There’s FREE surface lot at Nevada St. around the corner from the opera house. For more information or tickets, call the box office at 303-292-6700.

‘The Shoemaker and the Elves’ at Miners Alley Childrens Theatre

Theater theatreWant to go on an adventure to places you have never seen? Help the Little Mermaid realize her dream watching the play The Little Mermaid at Miners Alley with performances every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. from July 22 through August 19. During this production designed for children (ages 12 and younger), the audience becomes part of the story. Tickets are $10 and available online or by calling 303-935-3044. 1224 Washington Ave., Golden.

Southlands Hosts Movies On The Square

Movies, movie, filmIt’s hip to be square! Southlands hosts Movies On The Square every Wednesday for the next few weeks. Here’s the schedule: July 19 – Moana; July 26 – The LEGO Batman Movie; August 2 – Finding Dory; and August 9 – TBA: Voter’s Choice. The pre-show entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m. and the film shows at dusk. The shopping center is located at 6155 S. Main St. in Aurora.

Free Monday Movie Madness at Infinity Park

For our round-up of FREE and cheap summer movies, click here. Stars in the sky and on the big screen — a perfect combo for a summer night in the park. Infinity Park (4599 E. Tennessee Ave.) in Glendale has set the schedule for its 2017 Monday Movie Madness of FREE flicks — now in its 10th year. (They have a new jumbo screen this year!) See a family-friendly flick under the stars on the park’s rugby-ready lawn. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Then, kick back and enjoy a film on the park’s jumbo screen. (Concessions are available for sale.) Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and movies start at 7:30 p.m. Here’s the line-up: June 26 – The LEGO Batman Movie; July 10 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off; July 17 – Finding Dory; July 24 – Top Gun; and August 7 – Sing. No alcohol or pets, please.

Parents: Review Our Updated “Kids Eat Free” Page

KIdsFunDining out can be very expensive, especially with the whole family. That’s why frugal families stretch their dollars by eating at restaurants where kids eat FREE or at a discount. Recently, we spent hours (and hours) updating our “Kids Eat FREE” page for you, our dear readers. (You’re welcome!) You can review our updated Kids Eat FREE page here.

However, we still highly encourage you to check first, before loading up the kids — as offers often change. If you’re in doubt about any requirements or restrictions, ask first before ordering. Or, even better yet, call ahead. An unexpected large tab can be quite frustrating for parents, so don’t be shy about asking questions.

We’ve also included a list of the basic guidelines, so you’re better prepared to navigate the menu of offers. If you know of a KEF promo we missed, send us an e-mail at bryan@milehighonthecheap.com.

Tattered Cover Throws Harry Potter Birthday Party

Happy Birthday, Harry! Tattered Cover is throwing a birthday party for Harry Potter and you’re invited. (Did you know he was born in 1980?) Join the iconic local bookstore on Sunday, July 30 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for fun, games and birthday cake, as they celebrate the most-famous-wizard-in-the-world’s turning 37. (Yes, Harry’s birthday is actually on July 31, but who really wants to party on a Monday afternoon?) Costumes and cameras are encouraged. The party is FREE, but you do need to register. RSVP here to join the party at Colfax Avenue, Historic LoDo or Aspen Grove location. Anything Harry Potter is wildly popular, so don’t wait too long to register.

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Aspen Grove’s Free Family Film Night

We love catching a flick under the stars. It makes for the perfect summer night out with the kids “on the cheap.” Aspen Grove, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and Alpine Buick GMC are hosting a Family Film Night at the shopping center in Littleton. The outdoor theater opens at 7 p.m., with movies beginning at dusk. (Bring your own chairs.) Here’s the line-up: [Read more…] about Aspen Grove’s Free Family Film Night

11 Money-Saving Waves at Water World

swimWe’ve added more discounts to the round-up! As the temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World is a mighty tempting way to cool off. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in Colorado, it now boasts nearly 50 water adventures. In fact, they feature the largest variety of attractions in America. (Did you know the park has been rated as one of America’s top ten water parks by the Travel Channel?)

As one of America’s largest family water parks, the watery wonderland is located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver on 64 landscaped acres. However, it can get expensive, especially for families.

Of course, we’re always looking to make a big splash on a budget. We found 11 ways you can make waves at the park without causing your budget to sink. Dive in for more details… [Read more…] about 11 Money-Saving Waves at Water World

Castle Rock’s Fun in the Sun is Free

swimSplish, splash… Downtown Castle Rock hosts Fun in the Sun, every Wednesday from July 5 to 26. This FREE event at the Douglas County Fairgrounds (Field 4) runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features FREE Slip ‘n Slides, water soakers, a water bounce house, water slide and more. All ages are welcome to cool off. Families are welcome to bring food and drinks. Food vendors are on site as well. Don’t forget the sunscreen! Ample parking is available at the fairgrounds. (Please don’t park in the surrounding neighborhoods.)

Free Days at Museums & More in July

Museum-drawingIt’s time to get out and about for lots of fun in the sun and around town. Frugal families looking for low-cost adventures in the Mile High City can start with this month’s FREE Days: Denver Art Museum (July 1), Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus (July 11; 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.), Four Mile Historic Park (July 14; noon to 4 p.m.), Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms (July 15), Denver Botanic Gardens York Street (July 17) and Clyfford Still Museum (July 28; admission is FREE every Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.)  Check out our events calendar and click on “View Events By Month” for quick and easy planning. [Read more…] about Free Days at Museums & More in July

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Free Creative Play Space Saturdays at Argo Park

ChildArtThe nonprofit RedLine Contemporary Art Center, which aims to connect art and community, has a project, called Play Space, just for the kiddos. Children and their families can take part in FREE artist-led creative play sessions at Argo Park in the Globeville neighborhood on Saturdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. to noon throughout the summer until September 7. Each session promises a fun-filled hands-on activity. The program is FREE and open to all. No registration required. And food & drinks are provided. Drop by and check it out. The kids will have a ball. 4700 Logan St., Denver.

Free Story Time For Kids at Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppes

Looking for a low-key kids activity? Every week, Grandrabbit’s Toy Shop hosts a FREE story time for kids followed by a FREE themed craft afterward. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays at two Grandrabbit’s locations. Locations are 14644 Orchard Pkwy., Westminster, 303-815-1500; and 2525 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303-443-0780.

Loveland: Promenade Shops Hosts ‘Movies on Main’ Film Series

MoonAndStarsWho says summer film series are only limited to the big city? The Promenade Shops at Centerra (5971 Sky Pond Dr.) in Loveland is hosting a Friday night family film series — Movies on Main. Admission is FREE. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. Here’s the line-up: June 30 – Trolls; July 7 – Jungle Book; July 14 – Finding Dory; July 21 – Zootopia; and July 28 – Moana. Movies start at dusk in the main plaza. However, get there early for pre-show fun starting at 7 p.m. They will also be FREE cotton candy and popcorn, while supplies last.

Free Bass Pro Family Summer Camp Workshops

Just another reason we really like Bass Pro Shops. The outdoor retail giant always has something going on the entire family can enjoy for FREE. Right now, Denver’s Bass Pro Shops invites families to stop by any Thursday, Saturday and Sunday through July 23 to participate in Bass Pro Shops Family Summer Camp.

FREE activities, games and 20-minute workshops are scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. Kids get a FREE lanyard and then earn a FREE pin for every workshop completed. Workshops cover archery, fishing, camping, hiking, animals in the wild and water safety. The kids can enjoy a FREE casting challenge, BB shooting range, and archery shooting arcade. Plus there are craft projects for hands-on fun from noon to 2 p.m. This year, a new area offers FREE family games including Spikeball, Kan Jam, bag toss, ladderball and washer toss. Located in Northfield at Stapleton just north of I-70 at the Quebec/Northfield exit, 720-385-3600.