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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Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a New, Free Festival at the National Western Center
Oktoberfest – The Denver Wiesn is a new and authentic Munich-inspired celebration of Bavarian culture debuting this fall across two weekends at the National Western Center. The FREE event will run Friday to Sunday, October 16 to 18, 2026, and Thursday to Sunday, October 22 to 25, 2026. Hours are 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily. [Read More…]
Best Amazon Deals This Week: Jump On These Early Prime Deals
Don’t spend hours looking for the best deals. Let MHOTC editors do the work for you! Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a specific need, or — like us — just seeing what suits your fancy, take a look at this list we’ve pulled together for you. We scour Amazon for the best prices on everyday items and special treats. 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.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are set for Tuesday & Wednesday, October 6 & 7, 2026. Note: You can try Amazon Prime for FREE, for 30 days. If you are going to try it, this is the time, as Early Prime Deals will be offered leading up to Big Deal Days and only Prime members get the big discounts. You can cancel Prime whenever you want.
Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next, so the discounts might not be the same as listed here when you check. We do try to keep up! Here are a few great Early Prime deals that caught our eye… [Read More…]
Shred-A-Thon & Electronics Recycling on Oct. 3 Supports JeffCo Libraries
It’s fall! And that means falling temperatures, falling leaves and fall cleaning! Time to safely dispose of unwanted personal documents at the Jefferson County Library Foundation’s (JCLF) fall Shred-a-Thon and recycling fundraiser. Bring up to three boxes or bags of paper documents to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds parking lots on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. [Read More…]
Buntport Theater: Tickets Are Name-Any-Price (Even $0) To ‘The Vampire of Lafayette’
Buntport Theater is staging The Vampire of Lafayette, a new comedy featuring plenty of fast food and fangs. The show runs October 2 to 25, 2026, and admission is name any price (including $0). Buntport has taken truth and local lore, added a huge dose of artistic license, and created The Vampire of Lafayette. [Read More…]
Autumn Fest 2026 at Golden History Museum Promises Family Fun
Ever wonder what makes Golden so special? It’s the people, of course! The Golden History Museum & Park invites everyone to its Autumn Fest on Sunday, October 4, 2026, to celebrate all of the things that make Golden a bright and shining community. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy a packed afternoon of FREE fun. [Read More…]
Jeopardy! Bar League Returns Oct. 4 With More Prizes Including VIP Jeopardy! Experience
Get your team together! Jeopardy! Bar League is back for a new 10-week season, starting October 4, 2026, and bringing the excitement of the iconic TV game show to participating venues across the country. With 200+ prizes worth over $18,000 in value, there are more ways to win than ever, including weekly random draws, cash prizes, and virtual Jeopardy! casting auditions for top regional teams. [Read More…]
Get National Coffee Day Bonus on Starbucks & Krispy Kreme Gift Cards from King Soopers
Cream, sugar and savings, please! It’s not often you can find a discount on a Starbucks or Krispy Kreme gift card. That’s why this bonus makes bargain-hunting Starbucks and Krispy Kreme fans “percolate” with excitement. Even better, you can also earn fuel points! Kroger (the parent company of King Soopers) is offering a rare bonus on the purchase of a Starbucks and/or Krispy Kreme gift card. [Read More…]
Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Friday
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Start your weekend with savings at Whole Foods Market. Bargain hunters will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Friday for some great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up discounted pizzas, sushi rolls, oysters, desserts and more for a weekend feast. [Read More…]
Today! Smashburger Gives Away Totally Free Burger Every Time Rockies Hit a Homerun at Coors Field
The giveaway is available for two days — September 24 and 25, 2026! This season, the Golden Arches are out and Smashburger is in! Smashburger is now the Official Smashburger (of course!) of the Colorado Rockies for the 2026 MLB season. The partnership brings together two iconic Colorado favorites for a unique fan experience, thanks to a juicy giveaway of the restaurant’s bold, crave-worthy burgers. [Read More…]
Today! When Rockies Score 7+ Runs, Fans Score 4 Tacos for $3 at Taco Bell
The deal is available today, Friday, September 25, 2026! It’s “crunch time” again, taco lovers! Can you hear the crack of the bat or is that the crunch of a taco? For Colorado Rockies fans and hungry bargain hunters alike, baseball season means one thing — “tacos, tacos, tacos!” For the 18th year, Taco Bell is again offering its popular Colorado Rockies special for the 2026 baseball season. [Read More…]
Last Day! Chipotle Celebrates National Quesadilla Day with Free Quesadilla for Two Days
Say cheese! Chipotle is celebrating National Quesadilla Day with a big, cheesy giveaway for two days — September 24 & 25, 2026. Chipotle’s quesadillas feature melted Monterey jack cheese, a choice of protein, optional fajita veggies and multiple sides for dipping. And the entrée has become one of the restaurant’s most popular items. (If you didn’t know, the quesadilla is only available for order digitally.) [Read More…]
Enjoy $1 Classic Cinnamon Roll at Cinnabon on National Cinnamon Roll Day — More Than 80% Off!
Mmm…cinnamon rolls! The cinnamon roll is a popular treat for many — sticky, sweet and delicious. (It’s even better with a good cup of coffee or tea.) And one of the best places to pull one apart is at Cinnabon. The popular bakery is celebrating National Cinnamon Roll Day with a super sweet deal for cinnamon roll lovers. [Read More…]
Final Date Tonight! Free Night of Outdoor Adventure at Children Museum’s Joy Park
Explore 60,000 square feet of outdoor adventure space including Adventure Forest for FREE at the Children Museum’s Joy Park at its Denver Marsico Campus. They’re keeping the exhibit open after hours from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (or sunset) on Fridays: May 22, June 19, July 17, August 21 & September 25, 2026, thanks to a collaboration with Denver Parks & Recreation. [Read More…]
Extended for Two More Days! Crumbl Celebrates 9th Birthday with Two Free Bonus Cookies for One Day Only
Happy 9th Birthday, Crumbl! Cookie lovers will definitely love the way this cookie crumbles at one of America’s most popular cookie shops. Crumbl is celebrating its birthday with a super sweet special for one day only. And, if you have yet to experience the popular shop’s cookies, you’re definitely missing out. They’re big, delicious and come in a variety of flavors — with new cookies on the menu each week. [Read More…]
Now Available! Totally Free Tickets To ‘Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience’ on Oct. 4
Tickets are now available! Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is now open in Denver at Fever Hub at York Street Yards, and in celebration of World Space Week, they’re hosting a special FREE Day on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Families can experience Starstruck completely free for the day, with a limited number of tickets now available on a first come, first served basis. [Read More…]
Lands End Sale: Outerwear & Tops at 40% Off with NEW Promo Code (Up to 70% Off Clearance & Sale Items)
Never shop from Lands End without a promo code! There’s almost always a promo code that can save you a significant amount of money on these timeless and well-made styles. There are tons of new arrivals on the site for fall. Right now, the promo code to use is FALLWEATHER. Receive up to 40% off most outerwear and tops sitewide including new fall arrivals and an extra 70% off most sale & clearance items online, in store or by phone. Receive free standard shipping to most US addresses and Canadian addresses with a purchase of $99 or greater online or by phone at Lands End. [Read More…]
Denver Philharmonic Orchestra Continues Year-Round Pay-What-You-Can Tickets
After a successful trial last year, the Denver Philharmonic Orchestra (DPO) will again offer year-round Pay What You Can (PWYC) tickets. Under PWYC, patrons choose their own ticket price starting at $1, with no proof of income and no questions asked. Each performance sets aside 100 PWYC tickets, for 1,000 tickets available across the season’s five concert cycles and 10 performances. [Read More…]
All Aboard Harvest Haunt Express Train At Colorado Railroad Museum, Oct. 17 & 18
It’s full steam ahead for tricks, treats and trains! Hop aboard the Harvest Haunt Express Train at the Colorado Railroad Museum on Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026. The event will feature Steam Train Rides behind the 1899-vintage Rio Grande Southern steam locomotive No. 20, a hay bale maze, music, trick-or-treating and more. [Read More…]
Hyland Hills Parks & Recreation Hosts Free Spooky Movie Series in October
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean movies in the park has ended! Hyland Hills Parks & Recreation is hosting a family-friendly Spooky Movie Series in October. It’s the perfect opportunity to cozy up with your family for a fun fall evening in the park. Bring lawn chairs, Halloween treats and extra blankets to stay warm in the cool fall weather. [Read More…]