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 93 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Decorating Your Home for the Holidays? Let’s Add You to Our Map of Holiday Lights!
Does the exterior of your home shine brightly and radiate the holiday spirit with Christmas lights? For the past few years we’ve assembled a list of holiday light displays, both public shows and those at private homes. That single post has turned out to be popular, in fact more popular than any other December post. Our 2025 list and map had dozens of dazzling home displays up and down the Front Range, but we’re greedy and want to create the absolute best list in town for 2025. Bottom line: We want more and need your help! [Read more…] about Decorating Your Home for the Holidays? Let’s Add You to Our Map of Holiday Lights!
Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
If the thought of spending your Thanksgiving in the kitchen instead of watching holiday movies or football fills you with dread, don’t despair. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. We did the math and found that most of these dinners work out to $7.50 to $10 per person.
Some of the more basic dinners don’t include dessert, but a few hours of baking something scrumptious might be just the recipe for getting into the holiday spirit. [Read more…] about Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
Highlands Ranch Hosts Hometown Holiday Celebration on December 5
Searching for a hometown feeling holiday celebration, where friends, family and neighbors share the spirit of the season? Head to Highlands Ranch for Hometown Holiday on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Town Center South. The community tree lighting is typically held around 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Highlands Ranch Hosts Hometown Holiday Celebration on December 5
Amazing Christmas Light Show in Franktown. You Can Drive Through, Walk or Both.
This may be one of the best excuses for a holiday “road-trip.” For more than 17 years, the Raper family has been lighting up the Deerfield community in Franktown. This year’s Franktown Festival of Lights includes more than 500,000 lights covering more than two acres of 20- to 75-foot tall trees, gifts under the largest tree and the house. Many families spend up to an hour enjoying the grounds and unique light shows. Best of all, it’s FREE! [Read more…] about Amazing Christmas Light Show in Franktown. You Can Drive Through, Walk or Both.
Family Christmas Bird Count at Barr Lake. Reserve Your Spot Now
Christmas may be weeks away, but the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is holding a “Christmas” Bird Count, geared toward the younger crowd. The Family Christmas Bird Count is Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon at Barr Lake State Park. The event is designed to get young birders involved in the tradition of annual bird counts, foster a conservation ethic and give families a chance to get outdoors for a fun event. [Read more…] about Family Christmas Bird Count at Barr Lake. Reserve Your Spot Now
Trade Anything Day: Bring Whatever, Get Store Credit at GameStop for One Day Only
Clean out your closet or junk drawer! Then, stop at GameStop and trade in the stuff you don’t want anymore for one day only. The popular gaming store is hosting its Trade Anything Day on December 6, 2025. And it’s exactly what you think it means — trade in just about anything for store credit. Use the store credit to do a little holiday shopping on a budget! [Read more…] about Trade Anything Day: Bring Whatever, Get Store Credit at GameStop for One Day Only
Limited Time! Get Roadside Assistance Membership through AAA Colorado for 50% Off
Honk! Honk! If you’ve ever thought about joining AAA Colorado, now’s the time shift gears and join at a great price. The auto assistance service is something you don’t think you need until you do! For many, it’s a wise investment for peace of mind the next time you have a flat tire, run out of gas or having car troubles on the road. [Read more…] about Limited Time! Get Roadside Assistance Membership through AAA Colorado for 50% Off
Thanksgiving Food Giveaways: FREE Meals and Groceries For Families in Need of Some Holiday Cheer – Updated!
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as we can find, and listing them here. Some require advance registration, which is why we are posting this list now. [Read more…] about Thanksgiving Food Giveaways: FREE Meals and Groceries For Families in Need of Some Holiday Cheer – Updated!
Schlotzsky’s Thanks Customers with Discounted Sandwiches for One Day Only — Plus, Get BOGO Deal for One Year!
Get sandwiched by savings at Schlotzsky’s! There are many ways for a restaurant to thank its customers for their support and loyalty. However, for bargain hunters, it doesn’t get much better than letting them feast on big savings. To show its appreciation, Schlotzsky’s is celebrating customers with two tasty deals for one day only. [Read more…] about Schlotzsky’s Thanks Customers with Discounted Sandwiches for One Day Only — Plus, Get BOGO Deal for One Year!