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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Updated! 14 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! 14 Cool Deals for National Ice Cream Day in Denver — Including Free Ice Cream!
Build Beyond Borders: A Family-Friendly STEM & Music Festival
Build Beyond Borders: A STEM & Music Festival is a family-friendly evening of science, music, and fun on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Number 38. The FREE events is hosted by the Engineers Without Borders – Denver Professional Chapter. It features live music, games, hands-on engineering activities, food and drinks, and engaging presentations that highlight the chapter’s global projects. Attendees are invited to support the organization’s mission through donations while enjoying an evening of learning, innovation, and community celebration. [Read more…] about Build Beyond Borders: A Family-Friendly STEM & Music Festival
Historic Elitch Theatre Presents Free Summer Concerts
The Historic Elitch Theatre offers its summer music programming, Concerts in the Carousel with three FREE summer concerts inside the beautifully restored Historic Elitch Carousel Shell. These Sunday evening performances showcase talented local artists and are set for once a month in July, August and September. All concerts start at 6 p.m. [Read more…] about Historic Elitch Theatre Presents Free Summer Concerts
Starts Today! Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale. Here’s A List Of All The Deals
The 2026 Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale offers deals and savings at some of Denver’s most interesting and most prestigious shops. From Thursday to Sunday, July 16 to 19, 2026, the sale enables shoppers to to snag once-a-year deals from dozens of participating retailers, restaurants, fitness studios, art galleries, salons, spas and more. All you need to do to score the best deals is look for the red balloons. [Read more…] about Starts Today! Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale. Here’s A List Of All The Deals
New Summit Canyon Opens Today! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2026
See bottom of the page for Costco savings! When the summer temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World (8801 N. Pecos St.) in Federal Heights is one of the best (and most fun!) ways to cool off in Colorado. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in the state, the popular water park now boasts more than 50 water adventures, including a new area for 2026 — Summit Canyon! [Read more…] about New Summit Canyon Opens Today! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2026
Walmart’s The Wellness Event Offers Free Health Screenings, Low-Cost Immunizations & More
Walmart is inviting all communities across Colorado to get healthy at its The Wellness Event on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Savvy savers are well-skilled at calculating the numbers for maximum savings at the checkout stand. However, it’s equally important to know the numbers when it comes to monitoring your health.
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Chipotle Gives Away Free Burritos During World Cup Finals
Can I get a water cup, please? Chipotle is turning one of soccer’s newest matchday traditions into a $1 million burrito giveaway inspired by the long-running social conversation surrounding the restaurant’s iconic water cups. It’s widely known that many customers “accidentally” fill the water cups with lemonade. Oops! [Read more…] about Chipotle Gives Away Free Burritos During World Cup Finals
Raising Cane’s Celebrates National Chicken Finger Day with Free (Of Course!) Chicken Fingers
Mmm…chicken fingers! For many chicken finger aficionados, there’s only one place to celebrate National Chicken Finger Day on Monday, July 27, 2026. And that’s at Raising Cane’s! The popular eatery is known for its delicious chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw and Texas Toast — all packaged in its signature Box Combo. [Read more…] about Raising Cane’s Celebrates National Chicken Finger Day with Free (Of Course!) Chicken Fingers
Extra Baseball Innings Means Free Subs at Firehouse Subs This Summer
Take me out to the ball game! Firehouse Subs is now the Official Sub of Major League Baseball and that means “Extra Innings, Extra Subs” is officially in play. (The deal is the sub shop’s first national sports league partnership in its 31-year history.) For many, Firehouse Subs are the best — always made with premium ingredients and always delicious! [Read more…] about Extra Baseball Innings Means Free Subs at Firehouse Subs This Summer