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 129 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Where To See Santa In 2025 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him – Updated!
You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.
If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
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Denver Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2025
Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many Denver area restaurants will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options, along with a selection of fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge (be sure to secure reservations for those sooner rather than later).
We will continue to update this list so check here for the latest additions. If you know of any we have missed, send an email to info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to add them.
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This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Almost a dozen holiday craft shows are set for this week. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming holiday craft shows, markets and fairs in the Denver/Boulder area. It includes an interactive map to help you find the ones closest to your shopping flight path. As always, we call out some of our favorite picks: [Read more…] about This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Movie Sneak Preview – ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’
SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail in their biggest, all-new, can’t miss cinematic event ever…The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman – a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate – on a seafaring comedy-adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before. [Read more…] about Movie Sneak Preview – ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’
The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Holiday Gifts & Body Care are Buy-One-Get-One FREE
Groceries are one of the biggest monthly expenditures for everyone. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for any way to save money at the checkout lane, whether it’s from weekly sales, coupons or promos. And Mile High On The Cheap is making it more convenient and easier by offering a “one-stop shop” round-up of the best weekly deals at popular grocery stores in Denver. [Read more…] about The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Holiday Gifts & Body Care are Buy-One-Get-One FREE
Family Christmas Festival In Lakewood at Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Embrace the joy and wonder of Christmas at Bethlehem Lutheran Church’s Family Christmas Festival, a free, family-friendly event designed to create cherished memories and bring our community together. The event is Saturday, December 13, 2025. Organizers say there will be games, Christmas cookies and hot chocolate, a nativity escape room and more. [Read more…] about Family Christmas Festival In Lakewood at Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Meet & Mingle With Holiday Characters In Golden
Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters along Washington Avenue. Jingle On The Avenue, A Holiday Character Mingle is set for Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Your little ones are sure to be delighted and there will be plenty of photo opportunities, live music and lots of festive holiday fun for the whole family. [Read more…] about Meet & Mingle With Holiday Characters In Golden
King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend
Get your shopping list ready! Going grocery shopping is a super expensive errand nowadays. The prices just seem to keep going up and up. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for savings in the grocery aisles. And, in the case, you have one weekend to take advantage of King Soopers’ 3-Day Sale — from December 13 to 15, 2025. [Read more…] about King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend
Coming Soon! Birdcall Celebrates Holidays with 12 Days of $5 Deals — Up To 50% Off!
Calling all chicken sandwich lovers, this holiday season! Birdcall is celebrating the holidays with 12 Days of Birdcall by offering a popular entrée for just $5 each day — from December 12 to 23, 2025. Founded in 2016, Birdcall’s mission is to offer a new kind of dining experience through a blend of all-natural foods, superior service, innovative art & design and cutting-edge technology. [Read more…] about Coming Soon! Birdcall Celebrates Holidays with 12 Days of $5 Deals — Up To 50% Off!