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2nd Saturday at CSU Spur on March 14: Family-Friendly Interactive Hands-On Fun

The Colorado State University Spur campus at the National Western Complex comes alive every second Saturday of the month for a day full of FREE interactive, hands-on activities that the whole family can enjoy. The next 2nd Saturday at Spur is Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This month’s theme is “Girls and Science,” and visitors will have the opportunity to participate in a host of interactive activities throughout the day. [Read more…] about 2nd Saturday at CSU Spur on March 14: Family-Friendly Interactive Hands-On Fun

Posted by Laura on March 11, 2026 | Updated March 10, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Shop Local at Arts & Crafts Fair in Littleton March 21 & 22

A Spring Arts and Crafts fair is set for Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at at Q’s Pub and Grill. About 30 vendors will be on hand selling 3D art, sports items, photography, quilts, dog scarves, aprons, bowl koozies, potatoes bags, home decor and knick-knacks. [Read more…] about Shop Local at Arts & Crafts Fair in Littleton March 21 & 22

Posted by Laura on March 11, 2026 | Updated February 23, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

Hear Colorado’s Finest Opera Singers Compete. Free Admission

opera singerSome of Colorado’s finest young opera singers take to the stage at the Denver Lyric Opera Guild 2026 competition for Colorado singers finals on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Calvary Baptist Church. Fifteen singers, ages 23 to 32, perform before a panel of distinguished judges from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in hopes of snagging a significant cash prize. [Read more…] about Hear Colorado’s Finest Opera Singers Compete. Free Admission

Posted by Laura on March 11, 2026 | Updated March 5, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Sprouts Farmers Market Holds 72-Hour Sale This Weekend — Up To 50% Off

SaleRedBargain hunters will definitely go nuts over this sale! The bargains are always bountiful at Sprouts Farmers Market. However, the savings are even more fruitful this weekend. The grocery store is holding its popular 72-Hour Sale from March 14 to 16, 2026. Now’s the time to stock up on nuts for snacking, baking or making your own trail mix! [Read more…] about Sprouts Farmers Market Holds 72-Hour Sale This Weekend — Up To 50% Off

Posted by Bryan on March 11, 2026 | Updated March 10, 2026 Filed Under: Groceries

77 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

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 77 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Posted by MHOTC Staff on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 10, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns Downtown Green

Denver goes green for its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This year, the route starts at 19th and Wynkoop then proceeds down Wynkoop to 17th, south to Blake and then marches down Blake to 27th and beyond. This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes and Shamrocks!” [Read more…] about Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns Downtown Green

Posted by Laura on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 10, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Glowing Wild Lights Up The Denver Zoo This Spring

Glowing Wild at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance returns for its second year, inviting Colorado families to travel the world in a single evening, from the lush forests of Asia to radiant reefs of Australia. Guests will experience the glimmer of 60 illuminated scenes and 175 new larger-than-life lantern sculptures that bring animals and their stories to light, all handcrafted by Chinese artisans. Glowing Wild is a limited-time event on select nights from March 13 through May 10, 2026. [Read more…] about Glowing Wild Lights Up The Denver Zoo This Spring

Posted by Laura on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 9, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Buy $50 in Household Items, Get a $15 Amazon.com Credit

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Amazon is welcoming in Spring with some special deals. One that caught our eye is for household items. Instead of fighting the crowds at some of the warehouse or big box stores, you can order from Amazon and have everything delivered to your home. Purchase $50 of participating household items, and you’ll get a $15 Amazon.com credit. [Read more…] about Buy $50 in Household Items, Get a $15 Amazon.com Credit

Posted by Laura on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 10, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Winter/Spring?

You don’t have to shell out big bucks to see top-notch theater productions. High schools and colleges across the Denver metro area stage plays and musicals, showcasing some of the best local talent to be found. Far from bare bones, you’ll find fully-realized scenery, costumes, lighting, choreography and often live orchestras. The best part? Ticket prices ($5 to $12) are a fraction of what you’d pay for a “professional” show. [Read more…] about High School & College Theater — Big Shows. Low Ticket Prices. What’s Playing This Winter/Spring?

Posted by Laura on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 9, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Denver Public Library Holds Huge Spring Used Book Sale

The Friends of the Denver Public Library is sooo happy to announce the return of its Central Library Used Book Sale. It runs Friday to Sunday, March 20 to 22, 2026, in Park View at the Central Library and features thousands of gently-loved children’s books, cookbooks, novels, popular CDs/DVDs and more — all bargain priced. [Read more…] about Denver Public Library Holds Huge Spring Used Book Sale

Posted by Laura on March 10, 2026 | Updated March 5, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

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