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 119 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Best Amazon Deals This Week: KIND, e.l.f., Sony, Ring, Rainbow High, Squishmallows & More
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Don’t spend hours looking for the best deals. Let MHOTC editors do the work for you! Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or — like us — just seeing what suits your fancy, take a look at this list we’ve pulled together for you. We scour Amazon for the best prices on everyday items and special treats. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.
Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next, so the discounts might not be the same as listed here when you check. We do try to keep up! Here are a few great deals that caught our eye… [Read more…] about Best Amazon Deals This Week: KIND, e.l.f., Sony, Ring, Rainbow High, Squishmallows & More
Fun at Highlands Street Fair 2026. Live Music, Food Trucks & 100+ Vendors
Head over to West 32nd Street between Irving and Perry for the annual Highlands Street Fair on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This FREE family-friendly neighborhood event in northwest Denver features live music, more than 100 vendors, food trucks and family-friendly activities. [Read more…] about Fun at Highlands Street Fair 2026. Live Music, Food Trucks & 100+ Vendors
Arapahoe Libraries Seek Summer Readers. Get a Free Book! Plus, Enjoy Fun Events
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The Arapahoe Libraries Summer Reading program will begin June 1, 2026 with a FREE book giveaway. Kids and teens 0 to 18 can visit the library to choose a free book and start the summer excited to read. No sign-up or library card is needed. Anyone (up to age 18) can participate. Families can find drop-in activities and crafts in the libraries (available anytime during library hours) and adventure-themed events throughout the summer — festivals, art workshops, storytimes and more. [Read more…] about Arapahoe Libraries Seek Summer Readers. Get a Free Book! Plus, Enjoy Fun Events
Connecting Communities – A Poudre River Trail Celebration
Connecting Communities — A Poudre River Trail Celebration is set for Saturday, June 13, 2026. This special event celebrates the Poudre River Trail as a paved, multi-use regional trail connecting Bellvue to Greeley. The day includes a ribbon-cutting at Timnath Community Park along the trail at 9 a.m., followed by a FREE community celebration from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. [Read more…] about Connecting Communities – A Poudre River Trail Celebration
Free RidgeGate Summer Beats Concerts in June & July
Enjoy FREE summertime concerts on the grass at RidgeGate Summer Beats. Two concerts are scheduled in 2026 at Prairie Sky Park (just west of the Lone Tree Rec Center) in Lone Tree: June 16 — Red Rock Vixens and July 7 — Steve Thomas Band. Concerts are from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. [Read more…] about Free RidgeGate Summer Beats Concerts in June & July
Black Pride Colorado Hosts Free ‘The Cookout’ at Sie FilmCenter with RuPaul Drag Race’s Yvie Oddly
Hosted by Denver’s own Yvie Oddly (from RuPaul’s Drag Race) and music provided by MEANGIRL, Black Pride Week closes out with The Cookout “with flavor, funk and fellowship” on Sunday, June 14, 2026 in the Sie FilmCenter (2510 E. Colfax Ave.) back parking lot in Denver — from noon to 4 p.m. Attendees enjoy FREE festivities for all ages. [Read more…] about Black Pride Colorado Hosts Free ‘The Cookout’ at Sie FilmCenter with RuPaul Drag Race’s Yvie Oddly
Find Free Coffee Grounds for Gardening or Composting at Starbucks
Gardeners are sure to dig this freebie! Have you ever wondered what Starbucks does with all of its used coffee grounds every day? The ubiquitous café just gives them away for FREE, as part of its Grounds For Your Garden program. Participating locations simply bag them up and leave them for customers to pick up for their garden or compost pile. [Read more…] about Find Free Coffee Grounds for Gardening or Composting at Starbucks
Still Available! King Soopers Celebrates New Denver Store with Grand Opening Specials — Gas Discount, Starbucks Special & $10 Bonus Savings!
See below for grand opening specials! King Soopers is making major changes in Denver! If you live or work near Glendale, you’re probably familiar with King Soopers’ Belcaro store at 825 S. Colorado Blvd. Over the years though, the smaller-than-usual location has become a little rundown for shoppers. Plus, finding a parking spot in the awkward one-way parking lot has always been a challenge! [Read more…] about Still Available! King Soopers Celebrates New Denver Store with Grand Opening Specials — Gas Discount, Starbucks Special & $10 Bonus Savings!
Dave & Buster’s Offers Half-Price Games Twice Every Week for Limited Time
Game on! Families looking for lots of fun-packed action should head to Dave & Buster’s. The entertainment complex has it all — a sports bar, restaurant and arcade. For those old enough, it’s not Pac-Man, Centipede or Frogger anymore. Now, everything is much more high-tech and interactive — with many games based on hit movies and characters. [Read more…] about Dave & Buster’s Offers Half-Price Games Twice Every Week for Limited Time