Groceries are one of the biggest monthly expenditures for everyone. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for any way to save money at the checkout lane, whether it’s from weekly sales, coupons or promos. And Mile High On The Cheap is making it more convenient and easier by offering a “one-stop shop” round-up of the best weekly deals at popular grocery stores in Denver. [Read More…]
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Mile High Summer Concerts Guide 2025
Summer is great for so many reasons: wearing shorts and flip-flops every day, going to the mountains, shopping farmers’ markets, free outdoor movies and lots of live music. Luckily, the Front Range is jam-packed with summer concerts — many of them FREE… our favorite kind!
To ensure you don’t miss out on any live music, we’ve created this Mile High Summer Concerts Guide. Concerts are sorted by day of the week. All are FREE unless noted with a $. [Read More…]
Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
Grocery prices keep going up, up, up — with little relief in sight! While Mile High On The Cheap (MHOTC) publishes a weekly list of the best grocery deals at local supermarkets, readers can maximize the weekly savings by using some budget-friendly items in lots of tasty recipes — from dinners to desserts and everything in between. [Read More…]
Celebrate Centennial Under The Stars August 9
Centennial Under The Stars is Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The FREE outdoor even features live musical performances by Hazel Miller & The Collective as the opener, followed by headliner Funkiphino. There are also food trucks, free kids activities (bubble tower, face painting and balloon artist) and local vendors. It’s lawn seating, so don’t forget your chairs and blankets. [Read More…]
King Soopers Holds 2-Day Sale with Big Savings This Weekend
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 2 and 3, 2025. Get your shopping list ready! [Read More…]
Free Entrance To All National Parks and More On September 27 — Reserve An Entry Time Slot Now
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees to all of its parks, monuments and other sites on National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 27, 2025. The aspens of Rocky Mountain National Park, virtually in the metro Denver/Boulder area’s backyard, are showing the yellows and oranges, and the bull elk are bugling early in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening in one of the Rockies’ most fantastic wildlife experiences. [Read More…]
Updated! Black Fridays Bin Store Offers Deep Discounts Every Week — As Low As $1.29
Bargain hunters absolutely love Black Friday every year and can’t wait the Friday after Thanksgiving for big savings. However, can you imagine if similar deals were available every week? Well, Aurora is the go-to place for deep discounts on many popular items, thanks to the Black Fridays daily discount store at 1200 S. Abilene St. [Read More…]
AMC Theatres Offers Half-Price Tickets Every Wednesday This Summer
Two tickets, please! Frugal film fanatics have always known that Tuesday is the day to go to the movies, as many theatre chains offer discounted ticket prices. And, this summer, AMC Theatres is expanding the options to see the latest blockbuster at reduced admission with its “50% Off Wednesdays”. Now, bargain hunters have two days every week to enjoy blockbuster savings at the movies. [Read More…]
August Deals Revealed! Sonic Drive-In Offers Live Free Fridays This Summer with Freebies Every Week
Get ready for lots of savings at Sonic Drive-In this summer! Starting on the first day of summer (June 20, 2025), the popular fast-food restaurant is launching Live Free Fridays — a weekly celebration packed with exclusive in-app offers. The celebration runs through August 29, 2025, so there will be plenty of Fridays to be frugal! [Read More…]
Today! When Rockies Hit a Double, Score Free Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s
The offer is available today, July 30, 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…]
Enjoy Whopper of a Deal Every Wednesday at Burger King
If it’s Wednesday, that means Burger King has a whopper of a deal for Whopper lovers. The fast-food chain is making Wednesday the day for hungry bargain hunters to enjoy big savings on its signature and iconic burger, thanks to its Whopper Wednesday special. (Did you know The Whopper was first introduced in 1957?) Make a date with Burger King for lunch or dinner! [Read More…]
103 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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…]