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Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage

Bargains and not-such-bargains are to be had at the monthly A Paris Street Market at Aspen Grove, which is open the first Saturday of each month from May to October. Whether or not you find something you must have, it’s great just to poke around a FREE open-air market whose vendors specialize in antique, vintage, funky and fun items. [Read more…] about Visit A Paris Street Market for Antiques & Vintage

Posted by Laura on April 24, 2025 | Updated March 21, 2025 Filed Under: Shopping · Things To Do

8 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area

earth dayTime to give Mother Nature her due. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are on Saturday the 19th, with some the following Saturday.

If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about 8 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area

Posted by Laura on April 22, 2025 | Updated April 22, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on April 22, 2025 | Updated May 2, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment

Happy Easter From Laura, Bryan & Claire!

Easter-Happy

We hope you find lots of bargains in your basket today! With spring here and summer on the horizon, we’ll keep looking for freebies, discounts and deals to help our loyal readers. (We’re always hunting for deals, even on Easter!)

Posted by Laura on April 20, 2025 | Updated February 7, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Updated: Easter Sunday! 64+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!

The Front Range is hopping with Easter Egg Hunts! Here’s the latest, based on what we could dig up. Some are hosted Easter weekend, others the weekend prior. Hunts are sorted by date and city. Most are FREE, unless otherwise noted. Remember to bring some sort of basket or bucket for the kids to collect their eggs and treats.

Be sure to note the time and date of all events, as some divide the hunt based on age. And, since candy-seeking kids can sweep an entire field of treats clean in a matter of minutes, we suggest arriving early to nab a good spot. Happy Egg Hunting! [Read more…] about Updated: Easter Sunday! 64+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + Interactive Map!

Posted by MHOTC Staff on April 20, 2025 | Updated April 19, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: easter

What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?

You’ll be hopping mad, if you’re running errands over the holiday weekend and find one of your stops is closed for Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. While many stores remain open (or have special holiday hours), there are several major retailers who close their doors in honor of the holiday. Check first before making your shopping list! [Read more…] about What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?

Posted by Bryan on April 20, 2025 | Updated April 19, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Find Free Coffee Grounds for Gardening or Composting at Starbucks

Gardeners are sure to dig this freebie! Have you ever wondered what Starbucks does with all of its used coffee grounds every day? The ubiquitous café just gives them away for FREE, as part of its Grounds For Your Garden program. Participating locations simply bag them up and leave them for customers to pick up for their garden or compost pile. [Read more…] about Find Free Coffee Grounds for Gardening or Composting at Starbucks

Posted by Bryan on April 19, 2025 | Updated April 18, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Home & Garden

Aurora Fox Arts Center Hosts Monthly Fox Flix Movie Series

Let’s go to the movies! The Aurora Fox Arts Center is bringing classic, family-friendly films to the big screen with its new Fox Flix series. The program aims to fill the void left by the recent closure of some of the metro area’s most beloved independent movie houses. Attendees are invited to sit back, relax and enjoy some of cinema’s greatest hits in the comfort of Aurora’s favorite historic theater. [Read more…] about Aurora Fox Arts Center Hosts Monthly Fox Flix Movie Series

Posted by Bryan on April 19, 2025 | Updated June 27, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2025

sunOf all the Easter services around, the annual sunrise service at the landmark Red Rocks Amphitheater is especially magical! This Easter service is definitely worthy of your bucket list. Sponsored by the inter-denominational Colorado Council of Churches, it takes place on Sunday, April 20, 2025, the service and parking are FREE. [Read more…] about Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 2025

Posted by MHOTC Staff on April 17, 2025 | Updated April 17, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Denver Nuggets Playoffs Pre-Game Rally at Union Station. Giveaways, Mascots & More

The Denver Nuggets are headed to the playoffs and Denver Union Station will serve as the Mile High Playoffs HQ for the team begins their quest for another NBA championship title. A pre-game rally will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The FREE event features Nuggets t-shirt giveaways for the first 1,000 fans and the chance to win playoff tickets. [Read more…] about Denver Nuggets Playoffs Pre-Game Rally at Union Station. Giveaways, Mascots & More

Posted by Laura on April 17, 2025 | Updated April 20, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

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