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 79 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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Do You Know of Easter Egg Hunts? Tell Us.
The MHOTC Easter Patrol is scouring the area for free and low-cost Easter Egg hunts for our annual post and map. If you know of any being held at community centers, in neighborhood parks, retail shops or other locations, please drop us a note. Tell us the date, time, location (include address) and any age restrictions (or if the kids are let loose at different times based on their age). [Read more…] about Do You Know of Easter Egg Hunts? Tell Us.
Starts Today! Denver Restaurant Week 2026 Starts Friday. Here Are The Participating Restaurants.
Get ready for some delicious food with a side dish of savings. Denver Restaurant Week is back. The annual celebration of all things food runs Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 15, 2026. More than 200 restaurants are participating. Each offers a multi-course dinner (usually three courses) for a “mile high” fixed price, plus tax, tip and beverages. You’ll want to make reservations now. [Read more…] about Starts Today! Denver Restaurant Week 2026 Starts Friday. Here Are The Participating Restaurants.
Enjoy New Dunkin’ Zero Drinks for Just $3 at Dunkin’ for Two Weeks
Dunkin’ is bringing a new kind of energy to its menu — Dunkin’ Zero drinks. Available in six bold, fruit-forward flavors, the new zero-sugar energy drinks deliver just 20 calories (in a medium) and zero grams of sugar. Whether it’s after the morning rush or in the middle of a packed afternoon, Dunkin’ Zero is the perfect pick-me-up to help customers get through the day without losing any energy. [Read more…] about Enjoy New Dunkin’ Zero Drinks for Just $3 at Dunkin’ for Two Weeks
Enjoy $6 Meal Deal with 3 Popular Items at Dunkin’
Have an appetite for savings? When dining out, one of the best ways to keep your budget in check is to take advantage of any meal deals on the menu — usually a bundle of three to four items at a discounted price. The savings are in that, if you bought each item individually, you would pay a higher price overall. And you can enjoy a $6 Meal Deal at Dunkin’ — a hearty breakfast that’s full of value.
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Denny’s Gives Away Free Coffee for Daylight Savings Time on Sunday
Tick-tock! It’s time to change the clocks again. On March 8, 2026, we all spring forward for Daylight Savings Time and, in doing so, lose an hour of precious time. However, Denny’s is making that lost hour a win by giving away a FREE coffee to night owls or early birds (depending on how you look at it). And one lucky fan will receive FREE coffee for a whole year! [Read more…] about Denny’s Gives Away Free Coffee for Daylight Savings Time on Sunday
Spring Forward with Free Dozen Doughnuts at Krispy Kreme
If you’re losing an hour, you might as well gain a dozen — thanks to Krispy Kreme. When Daylight Saving Time steals an hour of sleep this weekend, the popular doughnut shop is ready with a sweet pick-me-up on March 9, 2026. It’s the sweetest way to power through the sleepiest Monday of spring. Pick up doughnuts for the family or office. [Read more…] about Spring Forward with Free Dozen Doughnuts at Krispy Kreme
Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Friday
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Start your weekend with savings at Whole Foods Market. Bargain hunters will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Friday for some great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up discounted pizzas, sushi rolls, oysters, desserts and more for a weekend feast. [Read more…] about Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Friday
Starts Today! Regal Cinemas Hosts 2026 Best Picture Film Festival with Discounted Tickets & Snacks
The envelope, please! And the Oscar goes to… If you’ve been a busy cinephile lately, now’s the time to catch up on the Best Picture nominees for the 98th Oscars — without breaking your entertainment budget. From March 6 to 15, 2026, Regal Cinemas is hosting its 2026 Best Picture Film Festival. And they’re rolling out the red carpet for frugal film fans with blockbuster deals for the event.
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38 Ways to Celebrate a Mile High St. Patrick’s Day In 2026
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 38 Ways to Celebrate a Mile High St. Patrick’s Day In 2026