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
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You don’t have to shell out big bucks to see top-notch theater productions. High schools and colleges across the Denver metro area stage plays and musicals, showcasing some of the best local talent to be found. Far from bare bones, you’ll find fully-realized scenery, costumes, lighting, choreography and often live orchestras. The best part? Ticket prices ($5 to $12) are a fraction of what you’d pay for a “professional” show. 
Hop to it, bargain hunters! Target is celebrating Easter a little early with a giveaway at all locations on March 28, 2026. (This year, Easter falls on April 5, 2026.) And the popular big box retailers is the perfect place to hunt down all the seasonal items and candy you’ll need to decorate your home and fill your Easter baskets. 
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Go bananas at Niko Niko! Boba tea is quickly becoming the go-to beverage for many families, thanks to all of unique flavors and textures available. And 
Tuesdays are for tacos! However, Tuesdays also mean it’s time for deals, giveaways and more at Taco Bell. For a limited time, the popular fast-food restaurant hosts 
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Enjoy mid-week savings at 
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… 
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