Lakewood’s Sounds Exciting! offers affordable entertainment June 17 through July 29, 2026, at the Amphitheater at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. Wednesday evening shows start at 6:15 p.m. with an opening act, followed by headliners at 7:15 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Thursday, April 16 at 10 a.m.
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Things To Do
‘Shakespeare In The Parking Lot’ Performs Free Shows This Spring
Enjoy a bit of the bard with Shakespeare in the Parking Lot. The show is exactly what it sounds like—an abridged performance of Romeo and Juliet or A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The performance takes place in and around a pick-up truck “set” at a school or community center parking lot. There are a number of community performance scheduled. [Read more…] about ‘Shakespeare In The Parking Lot’ Performs Free Shows This Spring
Kids Can Play Golf For $5 This Summer – Here’s How
You don’t have to be rich to play golf. Kids can join Bank of America’s Golf with Us to access tee times for $5 or less at thousands of courses, including many in Colorado. Golf with Us is FREE and open to the first 150,000 participants who enroll in the program — getting a one-year free membership to Youth on Course. [Read more…] about Kids Can Play Golf For $5 This Summer – Here’s How
Swallow Hill Summer Concerts at Four Mile Historic Park. Tickets On Sale Now
Swallow Hill Music is proud to announce the return of tribute concerts at Four Mile Historic Park on Wednesday evenings from June 3 through July 15, 2026. The concerts begin at 6:30 pm, with Four Mile Historic Park opening at 5:30 pm. Pack a picnic dinner and spread out on the lawn for a night of unforgettable music in a family-friendly setting. [Read more…] about Swallow Hill Summer Concerts at Four Mile Historic Park. Tickets On Sale Now
Enjoy Monday Movie Madness at Infinity Park for 2026 This Summer + Fireworks Show!
Stars in the sky and action on the big screen make for the perfect summer night for family fun in the park. Glendale is again hosting its popular Monday Movie Madness at Infinity Park in 2026. Admission is FREE. Bring your own lawn chairs or big blanket and secure your spot for a relaxing summer night in Colorado under the stars. Don’t forget to pack some candy and snacks, too! [Read more…] about Enjoy Monday Movie Madness at Infinity Park for 2026 This Summer + Fireworks Show!
Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances. Right Now: ‘Madama Butterfly’
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 $47 up to $280. [Read more…] about Opera Colorado Offers ‘Pay What You Wish’ Tickets To All Performances. Right Now: ‘Madama Butterfly’
Chuck E. Cheese Offers 2026 Summer Fun Pass with Family Fun, Unlimited Visits and Discounts
Say cheese! There’s lots to smile about at Chuck E. Cheese for families this summer. There’s nothing cheesy about saving money, especially for parents looking for summer fun on a budget. And kids love going to Chuck E. Cheese because it serves one of their favorite foods — pizza! However, most importantly, they love all the games, prizes and fun, in between taking bites of pepperoni pizza. [Read more…] about Chuck E. Cheese Offers 2026 Summer Fun Pass with Family Fun, Unlimited Visits and Discounts
Free ‘Rooted in Reading’ Event For Kids at Botanic Gardens
Rooted in Reading is a FREE family program hosted by the Denver Botanic Gardens’ Helen Fowler Library that includes activities from Museo de las Americas, Environmental Learning for Kids and Art Garage. The event is Sunday, April 19, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Gardens’ Freyer – Newman Center atrium. [Read more…] about Free ‘Rooted in Reading’ Event For Kids at Botanic Gardens
This Weekend! 65+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!
The Front Range is hopping with Easter Egg Hunts! Here’s the latest, based on what we could dig up. Some are hosted Easter weekend, others the weekend prior. Hunts are sorted by date and city. Most are FREE, unless otherwise noted. Remember to bring some sort of basket or bucket for the kids to collect their eggs and treats.
Be sure to note the time and date of all events, as some divide the hunt based on age. And, since candy-seeking kids can sweep an entire field of treats clean in a matter of minutes, we suggest arriving early to nab a good spot. Happy Egg Hunting! [Read more…] about This Weekend! 65+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!
What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?
You’ll be hopping mad, if you’re running errands over the holiday weekend and find one of your stops is closed for Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. While many stores remain open (or have special holiday hours), there are several major retailers who close their doors in honor of the holiday. Check first before making your shopping list! [Read more…] about What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?
Get Tickets on October 28 for Next Free Day at Denver Zoo: November 11
Mark your calendars to monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2026. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours. They are released on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. [Read more…] about Get Tickets on October 28 for Next Free Day at Denver Zoo: November 11
Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2026
Of all the Easter services around, the annual sunrise service at the landmark Red Rocks Amphitheater is especially magical! This Easter service is definitely worthy of your bucket list. Sponsored by the inter-denominational Colorado Council of Churches, it takes place on Sunday, April 5, 2026, the service and parking are FREE. [Read more…] about Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2026
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
Fever Days! Up To 25% Off Candlelight Concerts, Jazz Nights & More
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Many unique and off-beat entertainment experiences fly under the radar in the Mile High area. A company called Fever produces everything from concerts by candlelight to virtual-reality exploration of Egypt. Fever Days runs from March 24 to 26, 2026, and offers up to 25% off all sorts of experiences. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout, so users can book instantly without codes. [Read more…] about Fever Days! Up To 25% Off Candlelight Concerts, Jazz Nights & More
Glowing Wild Lights Up The Denver Zoo This Spring. Watch New Video!
Glowing Wild at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance returns for its second year, inviting Colorado families to travel the world in a single evening, from the lush forests of Asia to radiant reefs of Australia. Guests will experience the glimmer of 60 illuminated scenes and 175 new larger-than-life lantern sculptures that bring animals and their stories to light, all handcrafted by Chinese artisans. Glowing Wild is a limited-time event on select nights from March 13 through May 10, 2026. [Read more…] about Glowing Wild Lights Up The Denver Zoo This Spring. Watch New Video!
Denver CityPASS – Save Big On Tickets To Local Attractions
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CityPASS tickets have always been one of the best ways to stretch your travel budget. Now they’re also the best way to visit top local attractions, including the Denver Botanical Gardens, Denver Museum of Nature & Science and Denver Zoo, even if you aren’t a tourist. Using Denver CityPASS, locals can visit some of Denver’s hottest fun spots at up to 42% off what you would pay if you bought tickets individually. [Read more…] about Denver CityPASS – Save Big On Tickets To Local Attractions
45 Ways to Celebrate a Mile High St. Patrick’s Day In 2026
From Boulder to Denver and all points in between, the Front Range plans to “Go Green” with dozens of St. Patrick’s Day festivities. With St. Patty’s falling on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, expect plenty of parties, pub crawls and festivals the weekend before and the 17th.
While we have a post for Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade (which is on Saturday, March 14, 2026), here are other FREE and low-cost ways to “get your Irish on” across the Front Range. You’ll find plenty of Irish music, step dancers, pipe bands and more. If you know of any we missed, send details to Laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read more…] about 45 Ways to Celebrate a Mile High St. Patrick’s Day In 2026
Family Music Creation Event with The Playground Ensemble
Families are invited to join in creative play during Family Music Creation. This fun, FREE event featuring The Playground Ensemble is set for Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m, at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora. Kids can make a kazoo, create music, be a conductor and create your own “beats”. No reservations are necessary. [Read more…] about Family Music Creation Event with The Playground Ensemble
Dave & Buster’s Offers ‘$1 A Day Unlimited Play Pass’
Dave & Buster’s just rolled out its biggest value offer in brand history: the 60-Day Unlimited Play Pass. For just $1 a day, loyalty members get 60 consecutive days of unlimited gameplay. With no blackout dates and no time-of-day restrictions, you can drop in whenever it fits your schedule and enjoy unlimited game play across more than 150 arcade games, along with exclusive savings on food and non-alcoholic beverages. [Read more…] about Dave & Buster’s Offers ‘$1 A Day Unlimited Play Pass’
Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns Downtown Green
Denver goes green for its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This year, the route starts at 19th and Wynkoop then proceeds down Wynkoop to 17th, south to Blake and then marches down Blake to 27th and beyond. This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes and Shamrocks!” [Read more…] about Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns Downtown Green