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…]
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Affordable Arts Festival 2025 – All Art Costs $150 or Less. Use Our Ticket Discount Code
The annual Affordable Arts Festival is unlike any arts fest you have attended — all of the art is priced at $150 or less. Now ranked #1 in the top 200 Arts Festival in the country, it takes place outdoors on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College. This is the Black Friday of art sales with more than 160 artists from across the nation selling their works in a variety of mediums at amazing prices. [Read More…]
Free Tulip Bulbs Given Away in Boulder on Wednesday, August 20
The City of Boulder is again giving away tulip bulbs starting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The distribution of FREE bulbs begins at various hours at 12 downtown Boulder businesses. Interested residents may visit any one of the participating locations when they are open to pick-up a free bag of bulbs. [Read More…]
Barnes & Noble Hosts Free Bluey LEGO Event for Families with Take-Home ‘Duck Cake’
Does it get much better for little ones than LEGOs and Bluey? And the two of them together at the same event is even more fun! Barnes & Noble is hosting an exclusive event with both of the iconic kid favorites from August 22 to 24, 2025. (Dates vary by location.) Kid can even build their very own LEGO Duck Cake to take home! The event is designed for ages 4+, but the whole family is welcome to join the fun. [Read More…]
Kids Will Love Free ‘Touch-A-Truck’ Event in Brighton August 23
The City of Brighton will be bringing out its heavy machinery for the annual Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, August, 23, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Brighton City Hall. Kids of all ages will get the opportunity to go behind the wheel, climb and explore vehicles of all sizes, and meet the people who operate them. [Read More…]
Today! When Rockies Hit a Double, Score Free Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s
The offer is available today, August 10, 2025! Say cheese, Rockies fans! Fans have one more reason to smile about the Colorado Rockies this season, thanks to McDonald’s! The Golden Arches are throwing fans a big bargain burger, when the Rockies score a double during the 2025 regular season. Last year, the offer was triggered quite often (two to three times every week), so be sure to check MHOTC for updates! [Read More…]
Cicis Closes Both CO Locations! Cicis Pizza Offers All-You-Can-Eat Buffet for Under $6 Through End of 2025
Cicis Pizza just announced that the only two locations in Colorado are now permanently closed — Aurora and Lakewood. Pizza feast on a budget, anyone? Many families are already aware of Cicis Pizza for its popular (and affordable) all-you-can-eat buffet. The buffet includes pizza, pasta, salad and dessert. It’s enough food and variety of choices to satisfy everyone at the table without breaking the bank. And hungry bargain hunters will want to take advantage of the restaurant’s buffet special for even bigger savings. [Read More…]
Final Day! King Soopers Holds 2-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend — Including Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream for $2.49!
Going grocery shopping is an expensive errand nowadays. The prices just seem to keep going up and up. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for savings in the grocery aisles. And, in the case, you have only two days to take advantage of the sale prices — August 9 and 10, 2025. Get your shopping list ready! [Read More…]
Final Weeks This Summer! 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open Every Night of the Week!
Honk! Honk! When anyone thinks of going to the movies, it’s not often they’re referring to a drive-in theater. Simply because they no longer exist in large numbers across America. Luckily, the Denver metro area has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City. The popular attraction opened for its 49th season on May 9, 2025. [Read More…]
Last Day! Enjoy 3 Sweet Deals for National Frozen Custard Day at Freddy’s
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day with three sweet deals from August 8 to 10, 2025. Did you know the difference between ice cream and frozen custard is all about eggs? Egg yolks are used in making frozen custard. That’s what makes the treat denser than its equally popular ice cream counterpart. [Read More…]
Last Chance! Watch Savannah Bananas Games at Coors Field on McGregor Square Jumbotron For Free Aug. 9 & 10
You may not have heard of the Savannah Bananas, but you will. Baseball’s version of the barnstorming teams of yore is coming to Coors Field on August 9 & 10, 2025. Tickets sold out in a nano-second, but there’s a way to see the games for FREE at McGregor Square. Both the ESPN broadcast feed and an exclusive in-stadium feed will be shown on the McGregor Jumbotron and everyone is invited. [Read More…]
Today! Voodoo Doughnut Offers Sweet (and Rare!) Discount on All Doughnuts This Sunday
Add doughnuts to the list of treats to enjoy this weekend! Voodoo Doughnut is making this one of the final weekends of summer even sweeter with a sweet and rare discount for 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…]