Explore 60,000 square feet of outdoor adventure space including Adventure Forest for FREE at the Children Museum’s Joy Park at its Denver Marsico Campus. They’re keeping the exhibit open after hours from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (or sunset) on Fridays: May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15 & September 19, 2025, thanks to a collaboration with Denver Parks & Recreation. [Read more…] about Free Night of Outdoor Adventure at Children Museum’s Joy Park
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Douglas County Libraries’ Summer Reading Program
Douglas County Libraries’ 2025 Summer Reading Program is Don’t Bug Me I’m Reading. The annual reading program is for all ages. Kids, teens and adults can register online for the program starting now. The program runs officially from May 31 through July 31, 2025, but you can register now. Cool prizes including free books, totes, and coupons to local businesses are awarded at sign-up, mid-way and when you finish. [Read more…] about Douglas County Libraries’ Summer Reading Program
Denver Area Summer Camps For 2025. Registrations Now Open
Have a child or two or an entire squad? Time to start planning for the summer break. For a lot of Denver/Boulder area families that means summer camps, and there are so many to choose from. Some are all about getting outside and exploring, while other focus on different art aspects and some get your kid moving. [Read more…] about Denver Area Summer Camps For 2025. Registrations Now Open
Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall
You’ll be bowled over by this freebie from Kids Bowl Free. Through September (start and end dates vary by location), kids 15 and younger can bowl two games every day FREE. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Participating bowling centers include: [Read more…] about Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall
Great Deal! Bowlero: Two Hours Of Bowling & Shoe Rental – Up To 73% Off
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Bowling has gotten really expensive at some lanes. That’s why this deal caught our eye. Bowlero offers upscale bowling inside a luxury bowling alley with glow-in-the-dark lanes, a spacious sports bar, and fun arcades. Right now, you can get this amazing Groupon deal: Two hours of bowling and shoe rentals for two, four or six people. And, you save from 65% to 73% off. [Read more…] about Great Deal! Bowlero: Two Hours Of Bowling & Shoe Rental – Up To 73% Off
Elitch Gardens Offers Free Kid’s Pass for 2025 Season — Register Now
Thanks to this budget-friendly offer, Elitch Gardens will be a major destination for frugal families for Summer 2025. The amusement park is bringing back its popular Pre-K Pass. Kids (ages 3 to 5) get FREE unlimited visits to the theme and water park for the entire 2025 season. (Did you know children 2 and under always get in for FREE?) [Read more…] about Elitch Gardens Offers Free Kid’s Pass for 2025 Season — Register Now
Indoor Play Areas for Kids Around Denver
When the kiddos are bored or the weather is being uncooperative (too hot or too cold) you may be looking for a place for them to play. This list of indoor play areas around Denver should come in handy.
I’ve included all sorts of activities, some free and some with an admission fee. For some of the pricier attractions, I noted if there’s a Groupon available (and you should always check Groupon yourself for those not marked, as new Groupons pop up from time to time). Also keep in mind memberships are a great way to save big.
This list is by no means comprehensive as there are a gazillion spots across the metro area. A few spots have closed in the last year, others are still to re-open. Know of something that should be in the list? Just email laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read more…] about Indoor Play Areas for Kids Around Denver
Denver Children’s Theatre Presents Shows Just For Kids. Feb. 23 is Free
Live theatre is a treat that shouldn’t be reserved for adults. The Mizel Arts and Culture Center’s Denver Children’s Theatre creates a theatrical experience for kids unlike any other in the city. The next performance is Charlotte’s Web. Public performances will take place on Sunday, February 23, March 2, 9 & 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. The one on February 23 is FREE. [Read more…] about Denver Children’s Theatre Presents Shows Just For Kids. Feb. 23 is Free
Groupon Makes Holiday Gifting Easy & Affordable
It’s never too early to think about gift ideas for the holidays, especially if it means saving money. Stuck on what to give? Groupon has the perfect fix for even the toughest-to-shop-for: unforgettable experiences, flexible gift cards, and unique surprises. Say goodbye to gift anxiety and hello to stress-free shopping! [Read more…] about Groupon Makes Holiday Gifting Easy & Affordable
Next Free Day at Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Monday, September 30
Our wonderful Denver Museum of Nature & Science offers the curious so much to see, do and explore. A visit can easily fill the entire day (or night) with wonder, knowledge and lots of fun. And, thanks to our city’s Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, you can expand your mind, not your wallet on the institution’s annual FREE Days. The next one is Monday, September 30, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Birthday Chuck E. Cheese Offers New Kids’ Birthday Party Package for Under $100
Say cheese! Chuck E. Cheese is one of the most popular destinations for kids’ birthday parties — with more than half a million celebrations being held at the pizzeria annually. And, for families, it’s now more affordable than ever, thanks to the entertainment center’s all-new $99.99 for 6 Kids Birthday Party Package at participating locations. [Read more…] about Birthday Chuck E. Cheese Offers New Kids’ Birthday Party Package for Under $100
See Live Black-Footed Ferrets at Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge
A masked bandit roams Colorado. Actually, a number of them. See these desperados for yourself up-close and personal once a month at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge. This FREE event is from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and is open to all. Join a naturalist and meet the Refuge’s black-footed ferrets.
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Sign-Up Now! Get Discounted Presale Tickets for 2024 Magic of the Jack O ’Lanterns
In autumn, some pumpkins end up in pies, while others adorn front porches. However, the most special of pumpkins become a part of Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns — the popular family-friendly fall attraction in its fourth year at Hudson Gardens. The festive pumpkin-filled adventure is scheduled to return for 2024. [Read more…] about Sign-Up Now! Get Discounted Presale Tickets for 2024 Magic of the Jack O ’Lanterns
Celestial Seasonings’ Tea Factory Tour. Now $6 Admission
Ya gotta love a place whose address is on Sleepytime Drive. So no surprise Celestial Seasonings offers tours of its Boulder-based tea production plant. Tours take about 45 minutes and cost $6 per person. After a 13-minute video intro to the history of tea and close-up view of tea processing, you’ll get to walk through the largest, most modern tea factory in the United States. The highlight: a whiff of the Mint Room — guaranteed to clear the sinuses. [Read more…] about Celestial Seasonings’ Tea Factory Tour. Now $6 Admission
Governor’s Office Hosts Celebrate Colorado with 300+ Free & Discounted Activities Across State
As a way to thank Coloradans, the Governor’s Office is hosting Celebrate Colorado, a statewide celebration from July 26 to August 4, 2024, with FREE and discounted activities. The program is intended to encourage everyone to get out in their community and engage with neighbors, friends and family by enjoying the best our beautiful state has to offer. [Read more…] about Governor’s Office Hosts Celebrate Colorado with 300+ Free & Discounted Activities Across State