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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Last Day — Free Cookies for Santa! Burger King Offers 13 Days of Deals This Holiday Season
It’s the most “Whopper-ful” time of the year for Burger King fans! Unwrap lots of delicious savings at the popular fast-food restaurant this December. BK is spreading even more joy this holiday season (especially for bargain hunters!) with 13 Days of Deals, including lots of FREE food — from December 12 to 24, 2025. [Read more…] about Last Day — Free Cookies for Santa! Burger King Offers 13 Days of Deals This Holiday Season
Best Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver For New Year’s Eve and Day
The kids are home from school, relatives are visiting or maybe you and your special someone are just now trying to map out how to celebrate New Year’s Eve and/or New Year’s Day. You need a game plan that’s inexpensive because you broke the bank on Christmas and Chanukah, like so many of us. [Read more…] about Best Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver For New Year’s Eve and Day
Today! Get Totally Free Christmas Tree at Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center on Tuesday (& Maybe Wednesday)
For those who still don’t have a Christmas tree because they can’t afford it, Arvada’s Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center is once again giving away FREE Christmas trees. Trees will be available on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. while supplies last. Echter’s is also giving away FREE ornaments, lights and tree stands! [Read more…] about Today! Get Totally Free Christmas Tree at Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center on Tuesday (& Maybe Wednesday)
Voodoo Doughnut Offers Sweet Discount on All Doughnuts This Saturday
Add doughnuts to the list of treats to enjoy this holiday weekend! Voodoo Doughnut is making this one final weekend of 2025 even sweeter with a sweet and rare discount for fans and doughnut lovers. Bring the shop’s unique and delicious doughnuts in the iconic pink box to a family gathering, to the office or just as a treat for yourself…without spending lots of dough! [Read more…] about Voodoo Doughnut Offers Sweet Discount on All Doughnuts This Saturday
Arc Thrift Stores Offers 50% Off All Christmas Items This Week
It’s never too late to start decorating for the holidays. And, in this case, a little procrastination saves you money. More money to spend on other holiday essentials, including gifts, festive food and stocking stuffers. One of the best places to look for “cheap” holiday decorations are thrift stores because so much gets donated every year. [Read more…] about Arc Thrift Stores Offers 50% Off All Christmas Items This Week
Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Tuesday
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Enjoy mid-week savings at Whole Foods Market. Smart shoppers will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Tuesday for lots of great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up rotisserie chicken, soups, ground beef, salads and more for lunch or dinner. [Read more…] about Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Tuesday
Drone Shows Light Up Denver Skies For The Holidays
Dazzling drones shows will light up the skies over Downtown Denver this holiday season during the Mile High Drone Show. For 41 magical nights, 600 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Shows start November 21 and continue through December 31, 2025. The displays are at 7 p.m. each night and last about 15 minutes. [Read more…] about Drone Shows Light Up Denver Skies For The Holidays
Seven-Story Digital Mile High Tree Lets You Go Inside For Free
Downtown Denver is home to the tallest digital Christmas tree in the country. Visit Denver and other community partners have come together to create an amazing holiday attraction, the Mile High Tree, with 60,000 programmed LED lights. It will be open November 21 through December 31, 2025. The tree is easy to access at its location at the Tivoli Quad at the Auraria Campus. [Read more…] about Seven-Story Digital Mile High Tree Lets You Go Inside For Free
New Year’s Eve Fun Designed Especially For The Kids!
Sure there will be fireworks across the metro area on New Year’s Eve, and grown-ups can stay up late counting down to midnight, but families will also find some kid-centric ways to celebrate the hours leading up to 2026 on Wednesday, December 31. Here are several we found that are sure to delight the kiddos. Spots fill for some of these events quickly, so you should register soon if one is of interest. If you know of any we have missed, please email laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read more…] about New Year’s Eve Fun Designed Especially For The Kids!