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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Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area
Driving or strolling through a fairyland of outdoor light displays is a holiday treat that costs no more than gasoline or shoe leather. And there’s no place prettier than Denver/Boulder, especially when the snowy backdrop is the real deal. Here’s a list of the best Christmas lights in the area for the 2024 season. Our list includes professional and municipal displays and private homes.
We’ve put together a Google map for the home lights to make it easier to plot your visits. To see the map, just scroll down past the pictures of the lights.
We’re updating continuously, so send your suggestion for amazing displays to Laura@milehighonthecheap.com (please include the name of the display — if you know it, address and a photo): [Read More…]
Today! Get Totally Free Christmas Tree at Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center on Sunday (& Maybe Monday & Tuesday)
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 Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. while supplies last. Echter’s is also giving away FREE ornaments and tree stands! [Read More…]
Best Last Minute Holiday Gifts From Amazon
The clock is ticking and with Christmas (and the first night of Hanukkah) only a few days away, you may be looking for some last-minute gifts and a great price. If you still haven’t found what you are looking for, you can avoid the holiday chaos by shopping online. There are some great deals at Amazon. We’ve found some gifts that are not just on sale, but should arrive by December 25.
All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next. We do try to keep up! Here are a few products that caught our eye… [Read More…]
Watch New Year’s Eve Drone Show Over Parker
Get an early start to saying goodbye to 2024 and welcome in 2025 with a 10-minute lighted drone show guaranteed to light up the skies over Parker. The display will take place at 6 p.m. at Echo Park Stadium (11901 Newlin Gulch Blvd. in Parker) on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Approximately 200 drones will create displays in the sky that will be best viewed from the stadium’s parking lot or bleachers.
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Starts Today! Colorado Lottery Gives Away Free $3 Colorado Lotto+ Tickets for the Holidays
Are you feeling lucky? Colorado Lottery tickets make for fun gifts or stocking stuffers. It’s even more fun, when one of those tickets is a big winner! Actually, any amount of cash would definitely make the holidays merrier, but just think of all the gifts you could buy with a huge windfall of money. (Santa might even start by paying off all of those holiday bills!) And, this holiday season, the Colorado Lottery is spreading lots of cheer with a FREE chance to win lots of money. [Read More…]
Extended Into 2025! IKEA Restaurant Offers Daily Specials Every Week — Including 50% Off Entrées
If you ever shopped at IKEA (9800 E. IKEA Way) in Centennial, you definitely know you need to take a break from shopping at some point along the way. The sheer size of the store can be overwhelming — so much to experience, explore and, of course, buy. And the best place to grab a meal or snack is at the store’s in-house IKEA Restaurant with its popular Swedish fare. [Read More…]
Where To See Santa In 2024 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him
You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.
If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
Party City Closing All Colorado Locations, Everything Now On Sale
The party is officially over! Party City is expected to officially close February 28, 2025. There was a time when Party City was a must-stop for decorations, balloons and accessories for any party or gathering, but especially for birthday parties. Unfortunately, as we all know, how customers shop and buy just about everything (including party supplies) has changed so much in the last several years. And Party City is yet another casualty of the changing marketplace. [Read More…]
Denver Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2024. Updated!
Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many Denver area restaurants will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options, along with a selection of fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge (be sure to secure reservations for those sooner rather than later).
We will continue to update this list so check here for the latest additions. If you know of any we have missed, send an email to info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to add them.
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What’s Open On Christmas Day 2024 in Denver
So you’ve opened some presents, enjoyed family time, munched on a gingerbread cookie and maybe watched a rerun (or two) of “Love Actually” or “Die Hard” or “A Christmas Story.” But, there are still hours to go on Christmas Day. Is anything going on in town? In case you need to buy some last minute eggnog or just want to get out-and-about, here’s what we found open in Denver, Boulder and beyond on December 25, 2024.
Our elves will be out and about until the last minutes, so keep checking back for the latest list.
Did we miss any? Email laura@milehighonthecheap.com.
And for those planning ahead: Here’s our list of free and cheap things to do on New Year’s Eve and New Years Day. [Read More…]
Big News: Big Lots Now Closing All Colorado Locations — When Does the Closeout Sale Start?
The remaining four Big Lots locations in Colorado will be closing their doors soon. The discount retail chain has slowly been closing locations over the last year or so, as it struggled financially. However, they have now officially filed for bankruptcy, blaming inflation, an inability to compete and customers no longer spending as much money on home and seasonal purchases. [Read More…]