Some advance warning so you can make plans. In celebration of Veterans Day, all 417 National Park Service units (Parks, Monuments, Historic Sites) will be open to the public for FREE on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. This includes: entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. The nearest to the metro area is splendid Rocky Mountain National Park between Estes Park and Grand Lake. [Read more…] about Free Entry to All National Parks on Veterans Day
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40+ Halloween Deals 2025 for Food, Fun & Treats in Denver
BOO! There’s no bones about it, Halloween fun can be frightfully expensive — especially for families. That’s why characters of all kinds are always looking to scare up lots of monster savings at their favorite haunts in Denver. Lots of spooky specials, devilish deals and ghoulish giveaways are available on Halloween, October 31, 2025 for frugal families and their “little monsters.” [Read more…] about 40+ Halloween Deals 2025 for Food, Fun & Treats in Denver
Help Us Find More Free Holiday Meals & Food Distributions
We’ve had a ton of interest in our recent post about where to find free Thanksgiving dinners and food giveaways. Never has Colorado experienced a time when so many were in need of food. And with the holidays fast approaching, the rising cost of groceries and loss of subsidies (not to mention government furloughs) has been a triple whammy. [Read more…] about Help Us Find More Free Holiday Meals & Food Distributions
Are You On Reddit? New Sub You May Want To Check Out
Many of us use social media and neighborhood groups — Facebook, Instagram or Nextdoor or other means to share info about our daily lives, news and events of interest. Mile High on the Cheap brings you deals and community news as quickly as we can. But sometimes breaking news, a fast-moving deal or in-store clearance item is either too fast-moving or old news before we can bring it to your attention. [Read more…] about Are You On Reddit? New Sub You May Want To Check Out
Mile High Youth Theatre Presents Theatre For Young Audiences
Mile High Youth Theatre’s (MHYT) new Theatre for Young Audiences program features performers ages 13 and up presenting shows for early elementary audiences. Productions tour to schools, libraries, and community spaces across Denver, bringing FREE live theatre directly to young audiences. Their latest show is The Velveteen Rabbit based on the book by Margery Williams. [Read more…] about Mile High Youth Theatre Presents Theatre For Young Audiences
Super-Charged Arts First Friday For Denver Arts Week
The traditional “First Friday” arts walks in seven Denver area neighborhoods kicks it up a notch during Denver Arts Week. On Friday, November 7, 2025, more than 100 art galleries are participating in “First Friday Art Walks” by offering live music, artist demonstrations and culinary treats. You may even find some cool art on sale! Here are the districts to stroll: [Read more…] about Super-Charged Arts First Friday For Denver Arts Week
Best Buy Closes Outlet Store – 50% to 70% Off Most Merchandise
Best Buy’s one-and-only Outlet store in Colorado is closing its doors. The store is located at 1600 S. Abilene St. in Aurora. The Best Buy Outlet sells slightly damaged, open box, returned and other merchandise at a significant discount over the company’s retail stores. This includes appliances, electronics, cell phone, smart devices, etc. According to employees the store’s lease ended and corporate opted to shutter the physical space. [Read more…] about Best Buy Closes Outlet Store – 50% to 70% Off Most Merchandise
Last Day! Chili’s Gives Away Free Southwestern Queso and Chips for Two Weeks
Things are getting really cheesy at Chili’s! The menu at the popular restaurant is heating up with its latest spicy creation — Southwestern Queso. Nearly two years in development (so you know it must be good!), the Southwestern Queso blends American and cheddar cheeses with fire-roasted green chilies, onions and a hint a lime for a bold flavor. [Read more…] about Last Day! Chili’s Gives Away Free Southwestern Queso and Chips for Two Weeks
UPDATE: Closing Within Days — Discounts Increase Again! Safeway Closes 10 Colorado Stores Including 4 in Metro Area
Ten (10) Safeway locations are set to close across Colorado on or before November 7, 2025. The list includes locations in Englewood, Northglenn, Denver and Aurora. Other cities include Fort Collins, Loveland, Colorado Springs, La Junta and Lamar. And the going out of business sale is well under way, so now’s the time to go shopping for the best bargains. Get your list ready and stock up! [Read more…] about UPDATE: Closing Within Days — Discounts Increase Again! Safeway Closes 10 Colorado Stores Including 4 in Metro Area
Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25
Aurora’s Fall Into Fun festival is back on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center. The FREE event celebrates all things fall with live musical performances, a pumpkin patch, fun family-friendly activities and plenty of eats from local food trucks. [Read more…] about Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25