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 127 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Have Dinner With 5,280 People For Just $5.28 at Mile Long Table at National Western Center
Here’s a cool concept: Dinner with 5,280 humans at a Mile Long Table. Be a part of it on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the National Western Center at 5 p.m. The cost? Just $5.28 per person for a seat at the table. The table is a single, long table where people of all walks of life and diversities share a meal. The idea is to open up conversations and celebrate our shared humanity. [Read more…] about Have Dinner With 5,280 People For Just $5.28 at Mile Long Table at National Western Center
Updated! 17 Cool Deals for National Ice Cream Day in Denver — Including Free Ice Cream!
Ice cream and summer will always be the perfect partnership forever and ever. (Actually, isn’t ice cream perfect for any season or any reason?) It just doesn’t get much better than enjoying your favorite flavor of the creamy concoction on a hot summer day. And, with the temperatures hitting record highs lately, National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19, 2026 is the perfect excuse to lick a scoop or two. [Read more…] about Updated! 17 Cool Deals for National Ice Cream Day in Denver — Including Free Ice Cream!
Downtown Evergreen Dam Ducky Derby Floats Down Bear Creek on August 1
Ready! Set! Float! During the Downtown Evergreen Dam Ducky Derby, thousands of bright yellow, rubber ducks cascade down Bear Creek from the starting line at the dam spillway to the finish line at Highland Haven Creekside Inn. Eager fans gather along the bank hoping their lucky duck wins. And, no wonder. Cash prizes are on the line for the top three finishers, plus quite a few lower placing ducks also earn prizes. [Read more…] about Downtown Evergreen Dam Ducky Derby Floats Down Bear Creek on August 1
Bonnie Brae Celebrates 40th Birthday with Family Fun on National Ice Cream Day
Bonnie Brae has been one of Denver’s best ice cream shops for 40 years! Since opening in 1986, the family-owned local neighborhood shop (799 S. University Blvd.) in Denver has always served the best quality ice cream, while providing a friendly gathering place for the community. And, fittingly, the popular ice cream shop is celebrating its 40th birthday on National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026. [Read more…] about Bonnie Brae Celebrates 40th Birthday with Family Fun on National Ice Cream Day
Aurora’s Day Of Resilience Returns July 25 With Festival, 5K, Music & More
Aurora’s 2026 Day of Resilience is Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Aurora Municipal Center. This powerful community event is organized by the 7/20 Foundation and honors those impacted by the Aurora Theater tragedy, while celebrating the power of community healing and resilience. The event brings together survivors, families, first responders, supporters and the community. [Read more…] about Aurora’s Day Of Resilience Returns July 25 With Festival, 5K, Music & More
Wendy’s Offers Classic Frosty for Just $1 This Summer
Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with a cool treat! And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy that treat at a bargain price (especially nowadays!) of just one buck. Add Wendy’s to your list of must-stops for sweet savings for the remainder of the summer. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty — from July 20 to August 23, 2026. [Read more…] about Wendy’s Offers Classic Frosty for Just $1 This Summer
Carl’s Jr. Celebrates 85th Birthday with Double Cheeseburger for 85¢ for Four Days
Happy 85th Birthday, Carl’s Jr! And Carl’s Jr. is celebrating the big birthday by discounting one its most popular burgers for four days — the Double Cheeseburger. The burger features two charbroiled all-beef patties, American cheese, fresh onions, ketchup, mustard and dill pickles on a plain bun. Can you fit 85 candles on a cheeseburger? [Read more…] about Carl’s Jr. Celebrates 85th Birthday with Double Cheeseburger for 85¢ for Four Days
Baskin-Robbins Celebrates National Ice Cream Month with Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Deal
We all scream for ice cream — even more so when it’s at a cool price! And one of the best places to enjoy a scoop or two of the iconic sweet treat is at Baskin-Robbins. The popular ice cream shop is topping off National Ice Cream Month with a sweet special on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Get ready to enjoy your favorite flavor or enjoy one of the shop’s limited-time, seasonal concoctions. [Read more…] about Baskin-Robbins Celebrates National Ice Cream Month with Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Deal
Updated! Applebee’s Offers Half-Price Appetizers & Drink Specials Twice Every Day
Take a break on a budget at Applebee’s. And appetizers are the perfect way to enjoy a small bite between meals or as a late-night snack. The popular restaurant is letting diners chow down on the cheap, twice every day with its Happy Hour specials on appetizers and drinks. Famished frugal diners could feast on a full meal of just appetizers! [Read more…] about Updated! Applebee’s Offers Half-Price Appetizers & Drink Specials Twice Every Day