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…]
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113 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…]
Financial Planning Day: Free Workshops and One-On-One Advice on November 7
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…]
Hudson Holidays Promises An Extravaganza Of Lights. Big Discount On Tickets During Presale Nov. 6 to 8
Hudson Holidays returns to The Hudson Gardens & Event Center this holiday season, brighter and more spectacular than ever. Guests can explore hundreds of glowing trees, walk through larger-than-life themed exhibits, take a free selfie with Santa and get in the holiday spirit. Hudson Holidays runs Friday, November 27 through January 3, 2027. Tickets go on sale soon and a presale with big savings runs November 6 to 8. [Read More…]
Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree for Just $35. Here’s What You Need To Know
Start a holiday tradition this year by cutting a native Christmas tree from a forest just 30 minutes outside Denver. On Saturday, December 5, 2026, Golden Gate Canyon State Park will hold a Christmas Tree Cut. The park is offering 250 permits (through a lottery) for cutting a tree in selected areas. Christmas tree permits are issued through a lottery system. You can apply for a permit from November 1 through November 15. The permit cost is $35 per tree, with a limit of one permit per household. Here’s how it works: [Read More…]
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s — Visit Santa & Receive Free Photo
If the kiddos need some FREE holiday magic head over to Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s (Thornton & Lone Tree) which runs November 8 through December 24, 2026. This is one of the best free events in town and the outdoor retailers continue the tradition of in-person visits with Santa, live elves, snowmen and take-home craft kits. [Read More…]
Santa and Friends Throw Arrival Party at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s
Kids can catch their first glimpse of Santa when he makes his Grand Entrance at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s on Saturday, November 7, 2026. In case you’re wondering how he can be at three simultaneous arrival parties, just know that Santa’s magic allows him to be at all three spots at the same time. Festivities start about 5 p.m. (so come early!) with an Arrival Parade in front of each store. [Read More…]
Free Entry to All National Parks on Veterans Day
Some advance warning so you can make plans. In celebration of Veterans Day, all 417 National Park Service units (Parks, Monuments, Historic Sites) will be open to the public for FREE on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. This includes: entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. The nearest to the metro area is splendid Rocky Mountain National Park between Estes Park and Grand Lake. [Read More…]
The Salty in Denver Celebrates 2nd Anniversary with Sweet $2 Special
If you enjoy your donuts on the “fancy” side, you’ve definitely stopped at The Salty at 3985 Tennyson St. in Denver. In fact, it’s the company’s only location in Colorado. The donut and coffee shop is known for the premium and fresh ingredients used in all of its donuts and beverages. And, yes, it’s a little more expensive, but, for many fans, it’s worth it! [Read More…]
Pick Up Totally Free Potatoes by Bag, Box or Cart, Thanks to We Don’t Waste in Denver
Potatoes! Potatoes! Potatoes! It’s time for Potato Palooza, Denver! And We Don’t Waste in Denver is saving 80,000 pounds (40 tons) of potatoes from being tossed out by just giving them away for FREE at its Potato Palooza. The spuds giveaway is FREE and open to all. [Read More…]
Shake Shack Offers Free Chicken Sandwich or Lettuce Wrap Every Sunday
Hey, chicken sandwich lovers! Shake Shack is definitely known for its juicy burgers and creamy shakes, but there is also a delicious option for chicken sandwich fans on the menu. And, for a limited time, customers can enjoy big savings on a Chicken Shack Sandwich or Chicken Shack Lettuce Wrap at the popular restaurant. [Read More…]
Last Day! MONOPOLY Game Returns to McDonald’s for 2026 with Lots of Prizes (Including Free Food!)
Roll the dice and go directly to McDonald’s for your chance to win everything from FREE food to a $1 million cash prize! Hold on to your top hats, the popular (and always fun!) MONOPOLY Game at McDonald’s is returning in the U.S. From October 6 to November 1, 2026, fans can rediscover the thrill of the peel on select menu items. [Read More…]
Last Day! Enjoy Buy-One-Get-One Free Entrée on Halloween at QDOBA — No Costume Required!
BOO! Bargain hunters know it’s not often you can scare up big savings at QDOBA. That’s why monsters, ghosts and vampires will all want to head to the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant on Halloween. Don’t worry, there’s no costume required to enjoy the bargain burrito — just a monster appetite for big savings. [Read More…]
Movie Preview – ‘The Cat in the Hat’
Meet the Cat in the Hat you don’t know! In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat comes to the big screen in his animated theatrical feature film debut, an all-new, epic adventure with an edge, where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme. Doing what he does best, the Cat—voiced by Bill Hader—spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they’ve never seen before. [Read More…]
This Weekend! 83+ Halloween Happenings On The Cheap Around Denver For Kids & Adults in 2026
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.
Today! Get Tickets on October 31 for Next Free Day at Denver Zoo: November 14
Mark your calendars to monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2026. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Saturday, November 14, 2026. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours. They are released on Saturday, October 31, 2026. [Read More…]
Choose-Your-Price Tickets (as Low as $5) For New Show ‘FDR’s Very Happy Hour’ at Studio Loft of Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Playwright and lead performer Regan Linton and director M. Graham Smith have come together to launch their co-creation, FDR’s Very Happy Hour running through November 1 in the Studio Loft of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. A limited number of number of Choose Your Price tickets are available for every performance, starting at $5. [Read More…]
17 Mile House Farm Open House on November 7. Register Now For ‘The Art of Textiles’
The 17 Mile House is a 160-year old farm which served as a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. You can visit for FREE during monthly Open House events. The next one is Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. The November Open House focuses on the art of textiles. [Read More…]
Last Day! King Soopers Holds 3-Day Sale This Weekend with Big Savings — Including $4.99 12-Packs of Soft Drinks!
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’ popular 3-Day Sale — from Thursday, October 29 to Saturday, October 31, 2026. [Read More…]
Free Gardening, Cooking & Home Improvement Events at Denver/Boulder Area Libraries in November 2026
The most valuable card in your wallet isn’t your credit card but your library card. Along with providing a wealth of information and resources, your local library system also hosts a variety of FREE events every month. Some events require registration, but nearly all are at no-cost to you to attend. Check your closest system’s events calendar, find the event that speaks to you, and take advantage of this invaluable community resource. [Read More…]
Cinnabon Celebrates 41st Birthday with $1.25 Cinnamon Rolls for One Day Only
What’s that sweet scent in the air? You always know a Cinnabon is nearby because of the sweet scent of cinnamon wafting in the air. And the popular bakery shop has been pulling hot cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven for more than 40 years. This year marks Cinnabon’s 41st birthday and they’re celebrating by taking customers back to 1985 with a sweet deal on its signature treat — the Classic Cinnamon Roll. [Read More…]