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 97 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Nuggets Game 5 Passes Available! Avs & Nuggets Host Free Watch Parties at Ball Arena During Playoffs
Passes for Nuggets Fan Zone Round 1 Game 5 on Monday, April 27 are still available. Avs and Nuggets fans can watch all the home playoff games thanks to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. The organization is creating huge FREE Fan Zones and live game broadcast viewing areas outside Ball Arena by closing Chopper Circle between 9th Street and 11th Street during all Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche home playoff games. Passes are required for entry to either Fan Zone. [Read more…] about Nuggets Game 5 Passes Available! Avs & Nuggets Host Free Watch Parties at Ball Arena During Playoffs
Whimstay Offers Deep Discounts On Last-Minute Travel
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For those making travel plans, especially if you’re planning a trip in the next 30 days, consider a a home, condominium or apartment rental through Whimstay. Whimstay is a relatively new online travel service. It’s very much like Airbnb and VRBO (with a familiar user interface if you use those services), but with one really major difference. [Read more…] about Whimstay Offers Deep Discounts On Last-Minute Travel
City Park Farmers Market Boasts 100+ Colorado-Based Farmers & Food Vendors
City Park Farmers Market opens for the season on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with fresh good grown locally, monthly cooking demos and even live music. This year, more than 100 Colorado-based farmers, ranchers, bakers, meat purveyors, cheesemakers and food producers will line the City Park Esplanade every Saturday through October. [Read more…] about City Park Farmers Market Boasts 100+ Colorado-Based Farmers & Food Vendors
City Of Aurora Hosts 135th Birthday Party on May 2
Did you know the city of Aurora turns 135 this year? The city is hosting a family friendly birthday party on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Aurora History Museum. The event is FREE, open to the public and no registration is required. There will be fun party games, cake, face painting and crafts. [Read more…] about City Of Aurora Hosts 135th Birthday Party on May 2
Kentucky Derby Celebration at Belmar Includes Real Horses, Music, Market & Big-Screen Viewing
It’s Derby time! The first-ever Kentucky Derby Celebration at Belmar is Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The FREE, family-friendly promises to be an afternoon of style, music, contests, and race day excitement. Join other race fans on The Plaza at Belmar for food, drinks and to watch the big race live on the big screen. [Read more…] about Kentucky Derby Celebration at Belmar Includes Real Horses, Music, Market & Big-Screen Viewing
‘Spring Fling: Art in Bloom’ at Larimer Square. Free Bouquets For First 50 Guests
Celebrate a springtime afternoon full of bright colors, local creativity and strong community at the Larimer Square Spring Fling: Art in Bloom on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Denver’s most historic block will come alive with this family-friendly celebration featuring local music, live painting and craft workshops by Crafty Chassis. [Read more…] about ‘Spring Fling: Art in Bloom’ at Larimer Square. Free Bouquets For First 50 Guests
Live Nation Offers $30 ‘Summer of Live’ Ticket Deal for 2026 — Includes All Fees!
Nothing compares to the excitement and energy of a live concert — the roar of the crowd, the music in the air and the memories made with fellow fans. The only issue is that going to see one of your favorite artists can be expensive. That’s why this annual sale is so popular! Live Nation is celebrating the start of the summer concert season with its $30 Summer of Live special — from April 29 to May 5, 2026. [Read more…] about Live Nation Offers $30 ‘Summer of Live’ Ticket Deal for 2026 — Includes All Fees!
Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2026 at Planet Fitness
Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit! And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out for FREE at any of its more than 2,700 Planet Fitness locations across the U.S. and Canada, including 25 locations in Denver. [Read more…] about Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2026 at Planet Fitness
Now Available! McDonald’s Expands McValue Menu with Two New Deals — Under $3 Menu & $4 Breakfast Meal Deal
Dining at fast-food restaurants is no longer as “cheap” as it once was for families on a budget. Thankfully, McDonald’s is serving up more choices and more ways to save with the expansion of its affordable (and popular) McValue Menu. Hungry bargain hunters can now enjoy two new deals at participating locations — starting April 21, 2026. [Read more…] about Now Available! McDonald’s Expands McValue Menu with Two New Deals — Under $3 Menu & $4 Breakfast Meal Deal