Historic Old Town Erie hosts the annual Erie Town Fair on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors can enjoy more than 280 craft, artist, food and vendor booths. All activities take place in Historic Old Town Erie, with local entertainment, children’s activities and food trucks in adjacent Coal Creek Park. Once again, the Erie Hot Air Balloon Festival will be a separate event in July. [Read more…] about Erie Town Fair Features Craft Vendors, Live Music, Kids Activities, Food, Beer Garden & More May 17
Things To Do
6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Denver and surrounding communities boast a number of festivals, parades and fun events celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo, is not Mexican Independence Day. Actually, it commemorates the victory of an outnumbered Mexican army over the French forces of Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. These days, May 5 has become a celebration of Latino culture. For 2025, most celebrations will be over the weekend, May 3 or 4. [Read more…] about 6 Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
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
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 4 through July 16, 2025. 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
Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together
Art Night Out focuses on art, original music, local bands and products, every second Friday of the month from May through September in downtown Lafayette. The FREE event features artist demos, street performers, stilt walkers, face painters, magicians, food trucks and beer and wine garden, serving local Lafayette brews. [Read more…] about Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together
Arvada’s Second Saturday Concert Series & Street Festival Heats Up Summer Fun
Summer evenings in Olde Town Arvada come to life during the Second Saturday Concert Series & Street Festival. This year’s events are May 10, June 14, July 12 & August 9, 2025. The FREE series runs from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and promises to deliver a line-up of local bands, 50+ artisan vendors and family fun, including a dedicated Kids Zone.
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Nocturne Hosts Low-Cost Sunday Youth/Community Matinee Concert Series In May
Nocturne, the jazz and supper club in Denver’s RiNo Arts District, hosts its Sunday Community Matinee series in May. The series offers a more accessible, family-friendly entertainment option. Tickets to live jazz performances cost $10 per person. Shows run from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on May 4, 18 & 25, 2025. [Read more…] about Nocturne Hosts Low-Cost Sunday Youth/Community Matinee Concert Series In May
Free First Friday Jazz Hop In Five Points Fills Music Venues Along Welton Street
Here’s a way to “jazz” up the first Friday of every month. Local jazz musicians will take to the stage at multiple venues along Welton Street in Denver’s historic jazz district during First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points. The organizers hope to keep jazz and culture alive, by encouraging music fans to immerse themselves in the rhythm, culture, and energy of Five Points. [Read more…] about Free First Friday Jazz Hop In Five Points Fills Music Venues Along Welton Street
Our Denver Post “Cheap Checklist” Column Moves To Wednesday
Stop the presses! We wanted to alert fans of our monthly “Cheap Checklist” column in The Denver Post that we’re making the move from the first Saturday of the month to the first Wednesday (or the Wednesday just prior to a new month — depending on how it falls on the calendar). So our May 2025 column appears in print and online on Wednesday, April 30. [Read more…] about Our Denver Post “Cheap Checklist” Column Moves To Wednesday
AMC Theatres Offers Discount Tickets and $5 Combo Special Every Tuesday
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 you 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 Discount Tickets and $5 Combo Special Every Tuesday
Cinco de Mayo Festival 2025 Fills Civic Center Park May 3 & 4
The annual Cinco de Mayo Festival takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park, Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. More than 200 exhibitors and food vendors will be serving up the best in Colorado Mexican cuisine. A variety of local, regional and international talents will appear on three stages. A parade gets the fiesta started at 11 a.m. on Saturday. [Read more…] about Cinco de Mayo Festival 2025 Fills Civic Center Park May 3 & 4
Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods on May 3 & 4
Those who value unique hand-made items for themselves or as gifts head for the Firefly Handmade Spring Market and its 80 or so local artisans. It takes place Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 1000 block of South Gaylord Street. Firefly Handmade is the Front Range’s premier marketplace for exclusively handmade artisan goods. [Read more…] about Shop Firefly Spring Market For Handmade Artisan Goods on May 3 & 4
Under The Stars: 2025 Film On The Rocks
The popular summertime tradition isn’t necessarily “cheap”, but it sure makes for a memorable night of fun under the stars. Denver Film and Denver Arts & Venues are hosting their 26th season of Film on the Rocks at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The film line-up includes cult classics, pop culture hits and past fan-favorites. [Read more…] about Under The Stars: 2025 Film On The Rocks
Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage
Bargains and not-such-bargains are to be had at the monthly A Paris Street Market at Aspen Grove, which is open the first Saturday of each month from May to October. Whether or not you find something you must have, it’s great just to poke around a FREE open-air market whose vendors specialize in antique, vintage, funky and fun items. [Read more…] about Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage
8 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Time to give Mother Nature her due. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are on Saturday the 19th, with some the following Saturday.
If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about 8 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area