The Hi Points Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026 invites all corners of Denver to gather on Welton Street for a day filled with 20 live music performances, local food, and neighborhood pride. Bringing an authentic, community-centered music experience to Denver’s historic Five Points, the festival is rooted in the area’s legendary jazz legacy while expanding across genres—offering everything from Hip Hop to Funk, Punk to R&B, House to Honky Tonk. [Read more…] about Hi Points Festival in Five Points – A Community Celebration of Music & Culture This Saturday, Sept. 12
Things To Do
Where To Find Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Across The Front Range Open In 2026
Corn mazes and pumpkin patches are abundant in September and October. Here’s a list of what we know is happening, along with any coupons or discounts. We’ve also included a handy map below , which should help you easily locate the attractions. Just click on the corn icon for more details. All attractions are open through October 31, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about Where To Find Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Across The Front Range Open In 2026
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 19, 2026, 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!
Enjoy Intimate Candlelight Concerts. Get Extra 10% Off Tickets
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Maybe you’ve heard about Candlelight Concerts around the metro Denver area. These special events not only provide a multi-sensory musical experience, but also include a depth of repertoire and breadth of genres, from classical and jazz to show tunes and pop music. And now’s your chance to get 10% off tickets using our special promo code. [Read more…] about Enjoy Intimate Candlelight Concerts. Get Extra 10% Off Tickets
‘Shakespeare In The Parking Lot’ Performs Free Shows This Fall
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, A Midsummer Night’s Dream or Macbeth. 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 Fall
Fairmount Fur-Ever Fest Celebrates Life of Pets Who Have Passed
There’s no question, our pets are part of the family. They become another one of the “kids” in the household — always playful, fun and loving. And, when it’s their time to cross the rainbow bridge, the loss can be just as painful and devastating. They may be gone, but there are fur-ever in our hearts and minds. [Read more…] about Fairmount Fur-Ever Fest Celebrates Life of Pets Who Have Passed
Things To Do Labor Day 2026 Weekend: Festivals and Parties in Denver and Boulder
If you’re one of the lucky people with a long weekend off from work, here are some fun, FREE and cheap things to do in the Denver area on Labor Day Weekend 2026. Make sure to follow the links to get details on the locations, times and other important information. Know of any events we have missed? Drop us a line at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
Looking for even more things to do over Labor Day weekend? Scroll down for our complete calendar of free and cheap events from Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7, 2026. [Read more…] about Things To Do Labor Day 2026 Weekend: Festivals and Parties in Denver and Boulder
Pearl Street Stampede Pep Rally for Buffs. Show The Team Your Support
CU Buffs football fans head to Downtown Boulder on the evening before every weekend home game, when the Pearl Street Stampede lights up the town. This old-fashioned parade and pep rally starts at 7 p.m. with a vintage 1948 CU fire truck leading the procession, followed by the school’s Golden Buffalo Marching Band, the CU football team and cheerleaders. No rambunctious Ralphie, however. [Read more…] about Pearl Street Stampede Pep Rally for Buffs. Show The Team Your Support
Harvest Your Own Veggies at Miller Farms Throughout The Fall
Many people don’t realize that their food comes from a farm or that it just doesn’t appear in their local market. Miller Farms in Platteville is out to change that and show folks of all ages what happens on a real working farm. From Monday, September 7, 2026, through mid-November, you can take part in the farm’s Fall Harvest Festival and harvest your own fresh Colorado produce. [Read more…] about Harvest Your Own Veggies at Miller Farms Throughout The Fall
Taste of Ethiopia Festival Celebrates Rich Culture & Heritage
If you have a taste for something new and different, you may want to check out the Taste of Ethiopia. For nearly a decade, the Festival has brought thousands of people together to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Ethiopians in Colorado. The family-friendly outdoor event is set for Saturday & Sunday, September 12 & 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE. [Read more…] about Taste of Ethiopia Festival Celebrates Rich Culture & Heritage
Free Huge Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show at National Western Complex September 11-20
The enormous Denver Gem Show (and sale) is on for 2026! Wear your walking shoes as the show covers 12 miles of tables in 600,000 square feet of selling space. It features fine mineral specimens, agates, fossils, meteorites, gems, hand-made jewelry, crystals, metaphysical, gold, silver, copper, decorative items, Native American items and much more. [Read more…] about Free Huge Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show at National Western Complex September 11-20
Corn Maze 2026 at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
One favorite local attraction is the Corn Maze at Chatfield Farms. Wind your way through seven acres of corn. This year’s maze features a Colorado wild life theme full of fun twists and tricky turns. View the design from a 15-foot tall illuminated bridge. The maze will be open Friday to Sunday from September 18 through November 1, 2026. Tickets are now on sale.
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RiNo Expands First Fridays Into Full-Blown Festival
On the first Friday of each month, neighbors and visitors flock to the RiNo Art District to experience visual art exhibitions, explore artist studios, and take in the district’s creative energy. This year, the art walk expands into a new, FREE First Friday Festival series with live performances, food, visual art, local vendors, and more from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the ArtPark at Arkins Park. [Read more…] about RiNo Expands First Fridays Into Full-Blown Festival
Today, Sunday! Affordable Arts Festival 2026 – All Art Costs $150 or Less. Use Our Ticket Discount Code
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The annual Affordable Arts Festival is unlike any arts fest you have attended — all of the art is priced at $150 or less. Now ranked #1 in the top 200 Arts Festivals in the country, it takes place outdoors on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College. This is the Black Friday of art sales with more than 160 artists from across the nation selling their works in a variety of mediums at amazing prices. Artists offer a selection of great deals, along with an array of pieces that are normally priced under $150. Don’t let the price fool you. This is fine art at great prices.
Up, Up and Away at Windsor Harvest Festival & Balloon Rally Over Labor Day Weekend
It’s worth getting up early on the mornings of Saturday & Sunday, September 5 & 6, 2026, for the colorful hot air balloon launch that highlights the annual Windsor Harvest Festival & Balloon Rally. The balloons take off at at 6:30 a.m. each morning (weather permitting) from Eastman Park and Boardwalk Park. The Rally is part of the Windsor Harvest Festival which runs over Labor Day weekend through Monday, September 7, 2026. [Read more…] about Up, Up and Away at Windsor Harvest Festival & Balloon Rally Over Labor Day Weekend
Denver Botanic Gardens Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms October 9 to 11. Must Buy Tickets In Advance.
Come search for the perfect pumpkin for all your Halloween and fall festivities at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms 10-acre pumpkin patch. The Pumpkin Festival is held Friday to Sunday, October 9 to 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Families can enjoy hayrides, photo booths, face painting, an antique tractor exhibit, carnival games, live music and more. Tickets go on sale Monday, August 31 at 10 a.m. [Read more…] about Denver Botanic Gardens Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms October 9 to 11. Must Buy Tickets In Advance.
Labor Day 2026 in Louisville Includes Huge Parades and Festival
Louisville offers a weekend of relatively low-key Labor Day activities that shift into high gear on Monday, September 7, 2026, itself. In fact, Labor Day is the largest holiday celebration in Louisville. Monday’s activities kick off with a children’s pet parade at 9 a.m. and then the 90th annual Labor Day Parade at 10 a.m., both on Main Street. [Read more…] about Labor Day 2026 in Louisville Includes Huge Parades and Festival
Labor Day 2026 Weekend Arts & Crafts Show in Estes Park
It’s been said the peaks touching the sky surrounding Estes Park have the uncanny ability to unlock creative genius. And for those who enjoy the energy of creating or displaying their inspirational work to those who take pride in collecting special pieces of eye candy or just admiring singular works of art, that genius is totally on display during the annual Estes Park Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show running Saturday to Monday, September 5 to 7, 2026. [Read more…] about Labor Day 2026 Weekend Arts & Crafts Show in Estes Park
Know Of Any Fall or Holiday Craft Fairs? Tell Us.
Though it’s only late-August, store shelves already seem to be lined with holiday goods. That means the MHOTC elves need to get in gear and pull together our Fall & Holiday Craft Shows page, including interactive map. But we need your help. If you know of any holiday craft show(s) at your school, church, community center or any other spot, for that matter, please let us know as soon as possible. [Read more…] about Know Of Any Fall or Holiday Craft Fairs? Tell Us.
Enjoy Unlimited Game Play (Including Arcade & Console Games!) for One Low Price at Channel 3 Arcade — Pinball Machines, Too!
Do you want to play? Get ready to play your favorite classics, discover new adventures and enjoy all the fun you’ve been missing. Whether you’re stopping by after work, planning a weekend gaming session or looking for a place to hang out with friends, Channel 3 Arcade (8490 W. Colfax Ave.) in Lakewood is the place to go — just one block away from Casa Bonita! [Read more…] about Enjoy Unlimited Game Play (Including Arcade & Console Games!) for One Low Price at Channel 3 Arcade — Pinball Machines, Too!
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Returns to Sloan’s Lake Park The Last Weekend in August
You don’t need a passport to soak up the culture and flavor of Asia at the annual Colorado Dragon Boat Festival. The FREE family-friendly festival returns to Sloan’s Lake Park in northwest Denver on Saturday & Sunday, August 29 & 30, 2026. Festival hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This festival is one of the few of its kind in the U.S. with two full days of fast-paced dragon boat racing (boats start their match-ups at 8 a.m. each morning). [Read more…] about Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Returns to Sloan’s Lake Park The Last Weekend in August
Registration Now Open! E-Bicycle Rebate Program Returns in Colorado
Let’s go for a spin…again, Colorado! Denver’s popular e-bike rebate program has been up and running since April 2022. It ended in early 2024. But, good news, it’s back in 2026. Colorado’s statewide e-bike rebate is available to income-qualified residents. Rebates will cover a portion of the upfront cost of a new e-bike at the time of purchase from an eligible retailer. [Read more…] about Registration Now Open! E-Bicycle Rebate Program Returns in Colorado
Free Outdoor Concert at Clyfford Still Museum
The Clyfford Still Museum’s grassy lawn will be filled with music this summer, with a FREE Friday Summer Lawn Concert on Friday, August 28, 2026, in the forecourt. Performing is Julie Davis as Bluebook (Solo). Things get underway at 4:30 p.m. and the music continues until 6:30 p.m. Before, during, or after the show, step inside and explore the multi-sensory exhibition Still in Sound. The Museum is open until 7 p.m. on Fridays during the summer. [Read more…] about Free Outdoor Concert at Clyfford Still Museum
Art Students League Summer Market Boasts 175+ Artists
More than 175 local artists will bring their wares before the public during the Art Students League of Denver’s Summer Art Market, Saturday & Sunday, August 22 & 23, 2026. Whether your home looks like a museum or you’re a novice collector, you can pick some terrific pieces — paintings, sculptures, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media — at reasonable prices. [Read more…] about Art Students League Summer Market Boasts 175+ Artists