Halloween is just around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to find everything you need to spook up the holiday: pumpkins and ghosts for your décor, mugs for hot cider, big bowls for candy and, of course, costumes!
Goodwill of Colorado has 45 retail thrift stores and four outlets across the state, and its teams prepare all year long, carefully sorting donations and setting seasonal finds aside to stock up for Halloween. [Read More…]
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…]
Denver’s Night at the Museums sees nearly two dozen museums open their doors to the public for FREE on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., as part of Denver Arts Week. Each museum promises special entertainment and activities, including music, dance and storytelling. There’s even a FREE shuttle to whisk you between most museums. The following museums are scheduled to participate. A few will be free all day or open prior to 5 p.m., so be sure to check individual websites for details. [Read More…]
Cheer on the Broncos, Avalanche and Nuggets with some new gear! Fanatics is holding a fall sale with items up to 50% off. Use code GIFT to get the savings. The sale ends at the end of the day on October 19, 2026, but items might sell out before then. [Read More…]
Mile High Cheapskates love this time of the year. The ghouls, ghosts, zombies and witches are flying about the beautiful Colorado skies. Denver, Boulder and all points in between offer an abundance of Halloween activities for kids and adults. You don’t have to wait until October 31 for all the free and low-cost fun, with dozens of happenings filling the days and nights before All Hallow’s Eve.
Check out our list below for what’s on for 2026 (FREE to the best of our knowledge, unless indicated otherwise).
If there are any we’ve missed, email us the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to get them added to the list.
Trying to get a handle on your finances, but worried that an expert will try to sell you something? Check out Financial Planning Day on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Arvada. This FREE public event gives you an opportunity to address your personal finance questions privately with professional financial planners who can help you find the answers you need. There’s no sales pitch, no judgement. [Read More…]
Thornton’s McAllister Park Center is site for the community’s Dia de los Muertos celebration (Day of the Dead) on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m. The FREE event features an artisan market, face painting, live entertainment, family activities, Mexican food trucks and a decorative altar. [Read More…]
Get your shopping list ready! Going grocery shopping is a super 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 one weekend to take advantage of King Soopers’ 3-Day Sale — from Saturday, October 17 to Monday, October 19, 2026. [Read More…]
Ho! Ho! Ho! Smart shoppers know it’s never too early to start planning for the holidays, especially when it means saving money. And, with Hallmark’s Holiday Stock-Up Sale from October 16 to 25, 2026, bargain hunters will definitely be jolly about saving money on many holiday necessities, including greeting cards, gift wrap and ornaments.
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…]
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey dinner giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as we can find, and listing them here. Most require advance registration, which is why we are posting this list now. [Read More…]
More cream, please! Adding cream is a must for many coffee lovers. And there are so many options and flavors available to make your cup of coffee just right for you. However, creamer isn’t just for coffee anymore! Many consumers add a splash to their cup of tea, bowl of oatmeal or soft drink (Dirty Soda!) for an added boost of flavor and creaminess. [Read More…]
Walmart is inviting all communities across Colorado to get healthy at its The Wellness Event on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Savvy savers are well-skilled at calculating the numbers for maximum savings at the checkout stand. However, it’s equally important to know the numbers when it comes to monitoring your health.
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It’s a tale as old as time! Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big musical coming to the Mile High City is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, with 23 performances total at the Buell Theatre — from October 20 to November 7, 2026. [Read More…]
Even celebrities love Taco Bell! On the heels of turning National Taco Day into a global celebration, Taco Bell is extending the celebration throughout the month of October by offering fans deals they can’t find anywhere else with the help of a few famous friends. Mark your calendar now, so you don’t miss out on any of the hot deals. [Read More…]
Get “eggs-cited” for fun and FREE eggs, Denver! The Vital Farms Behind Every Carton Tour is coming to six Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the Denver and Boulder area — starting Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The tour highlights the real farmers behind Vital Farms eggs and the direct relationships that make the brand’s long-running “See The Farm” initiative possible. [Read More…]
The street festival season continues with the return of the 11th Annual Tennyson Fall Fest, a sister event to the highly popular summer Tennyson Street Fair. This FREE, community celebration on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. brings together more than 150 local businesses, breweries, artisans, and food purveyors that will line Tennyson Street from West 41st to West 43rd Ave. [Read More…]
Here we go again, bargain hunters! Safeway closed 10 locations across Colorado last November. And, unfortunately, the grocery store is closing the doors on yet another location. This time, the store affected is in Arvada at 7561 W. 80th Ave. The closing sale is not underway, so get your list ready and stock up! [Read More…]
Nordstrom Rack is a go-to spot for shoppers seeking great deals. Right now, Nordstrom Rack is hosting a big clearance sale, with items up to 75% off. This includes mens, women’s and kids’ clothing and shoes, plus home, beauty, activewear, bags, accessories and more. Just a few of the brands: Free People, Steve Madden, adidas, Marc Jacobs, and Madewell. [Read More…]
The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Broncos to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory this season. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Denver Broncos. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain will celebrate the team’s game day victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]
Denver Union Station will celebrate the start of another exciting NBA season for the Denver Nuggets with a special Can-I-Val Season Tip-Off Party on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The event will be held outside on the Wynkoop Plaza starting at 3 p.m. Open to all, the community party will feature FREE entertainment by SuperMascot Rocky, the Average Joes, the Skyline Drumline and DJ Chris. [Read More…]
