Bored on a budget? You’ve come to the right place! Mile High On The Cheap is the answer for Coloradans wanting to live large for less. Luckily, Denver has much to do and see for frugal families, bargain hunters, savvy seniors and anyone who’s limited on funds — festivals, concerts, movies, workshops, tours, sporting events and more. And, for weekend planners, we’ve done all the work for you… [Read more…] about 127 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Save 25% on AARP Membership, Plus Get a Free Gift When You Join (There Are Lots of Local Discounts!)
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Now is a great time to join AARP. It offers many more benefits than you most likely know about. For instance, there are lots of deals on local attractions, and if you use just a couple of these you can pay for the cost of your annual membership. (Read on to learn about those!). Also, right now, membership is 25% off for the first year, bringing the cost down to $15, with automatic renewal. Not only that, but if you join through this link, you’ll receive a free gift — either a 4-piece organizer set or an insulated trunk organizer. [Read more…] about Save 25% on AARP Membership, Plus Get a Free Gift When You Join (There Are Lots of Local Discounts!)
Wendy’s Offers Classic Frosty for Just $1 This Summer
Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with a cool treat! And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy that treat at a bargain price (especially nowadays!) of just one buck. Add Wendy’s to your list of must-stops for sweet savings for the remainder of the summer. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty — from July 20 to August 23, 2026. [Read more…] about Wendy’s Offers Classic Frosty for Just $1 This Summer
More Locations Added! Torchy’s Tacos Celebrates 10 Years in Colorado with Birthday Patio Party at Four Locations
Torchy’s Tacos is celebrating 10 years in Colorado (and 20 years in business!) with a birthday patio party at one of its Denver locations on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Attendees will have the chance to win FREE Queso for a Year and enjoy live music, lawn games, family-friendly activities and birthday giveaways — all while celebrating with lots of Damn Good tacos, queso and margaritas. [Read more…] about More Locations Added! Torchy’s Tacos Celebrates 10 Years in Colorado with Birthday Patio Party at Four Locations
Today! Dunkin’ Gives Away Free King Kylie Beverage on July 23
See below for update! Set your reminder now and don’t be late for this very important date with Kylie Jenner! It seems the Kardashians are everywhere and now they’re showing up at Dunkin’. Kylie has partnered with the popular donut and coffee shop to launch a new, limited-time series of beverages — The King Kylie Collection. The beverages are the perfect way to stay cool while “being cool” on a hot summer day! [Read more…] about Today! Dunkin’ Gives Away Free King Kylie Beverage on July 23
This Friday! Arapahoe Libraries Invites Teens & Tweens To Main Character Energy Festival Inspired By Their Favorite Books & Movies
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Teens and tweens can step into the spotlight at Main Character Energy, a new series of festivals put together by Arapahoe Libraries. The FREE festivals were inspired by teen library patrons, who said they wanted the chance to feel like the heroes of their favorite books and movies. At Main Character Energy, attendees can explore a variety of art stations, games and treats and step into their own “main character moment.” [Read more…] about This Friday! Arapahoe Libraries Invites Teens & Tweens To Main Character Energy Festival Inspired By Their Favorite Books & Movies
One Night Only! Audacious Immersive Presents ‘Drunk Christmas in July’. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
Who says you have to wait until December for holiday chaos? Audacious Immersive’s Award-Winning Drunk Christmas returns this summer for a special Christmas in July edition—bringing all the boozy, interactive, gloriously ridiculous fun of our beloved holiday tradition with a sun-soaked seasonal twist. The show is set for Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Fiction Beer Company. [Read more…] about One Night Only! Audacious Immersive Presents ‘Drunk Christmas in July’. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
La Alma Live: Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series – August 1 & 15
Youth on Record presents La Alma Live – a FREE summer concert series at La Alma-Lincoln Park. This two-part concert series invites the community to gather and celebrate music, culture, and connection in one of Denver’s most historic neighborhoods. Concerts are on Saturdays — August 1 & 15, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the La Alma-Lincoln Park Amphitheater. [Read more…] about La Alma Live: Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series – August 1 & 15
Denver Union Station Celebrates Colorado Day on August 1
Denver Union Station commemorates 150 years of Colorado history with a Colorado Day Celebration on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the event will feature LoDo walking tours led by Historic Denver and a live cooking demonstration by Ultreia. Inside the Great Hall, enjoy free cultural performances by the Cleo Parker Robinson Youth Ensemble, Central City Opera, Colorado Symphony, the Denver Jazz Fest Trio and Mariachi Internacional by The Mexican Cultural Center. [Read more…] about Denver Union Station Celebrates Colorado Day on August 1
New Location! Wish Gifts Holds Summer Sidewalk Sale in Denver for Three Days
If you’re wishing for savings on lots of fun, cute and quirky gifts, mark your calendar to go bargain shopping this weekend. Wish Gifts is holding its popular Summer Sidewalk Sale with big savings on lots of popular gifts, treasures and trinkets — from July 24 to 26, 2026. The sale is held a the gift shop’s Wash Park location (1099 S. Gaylord St.) in Denver.
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