The kids are home from school, relatives are visiting or maybe you and your special someone are just now trying to map out how to celebrate New Year’s Eve and/or New Year’s Day. You need a game plan that’s inexpensive because you broke the bank on Christmas and Chanukah, like so many of us. [Read More…]
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Don’t Miss New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Downtown Denver
Once again Downtown Denver is the place to be for two spectacular fireworks shows, one for those such as families seeking an earlier evening at 9 p.m. and a second, identical extravaganza at midnight on New Year’s Eve, December 31. Both run about 8 minutes. Best viewing is the mile-long 16th Street Mall, which is lined with outdoor cafes equipped with heat lamps for those who prefer to people watch in comfort. [Read More…]
New Year’s Eve Fun For The Kids!
Sure there will be fireworks across the metro area on New Year’s Eve, and grown-ups can stay up late counting down to midnight, but families will also find some kid-centric ways to celebrate the hours leading up to 2025 on Sunday, December 31. Here are several we found that are sure to delight the kiddos. Spots fill for some of these events quickly, so you should register soon if one is of interest. If you know of any we have missed, please email laura@milehighonthecheap.com. [Read More…]
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! Starbucks Celebrates New Year’s Eve with Two Sweet Deals — Including BOGO!
End the year with sweet savings at Starbucks! This past year, the ubiquitous café offered more deals and discounts than they had in a long time (especially during the summertime!) — much to the joy of Starbucks lovers and thirsty bargain hunters alike. And, fortunately, Starbucks is also ending 2024 with two sweet deals on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2024. Check your Starbucks account for availability — as the deals may not be available to all members. [Read More…]
Today! Baskin-Robbins’ Celebrate 31 Special Offers Sweet Savings Every 31st of the Month in 2024
This is so sweet! Have you heard the latest scoop? Baskin-Robbins’ popular Celebrate 31 special is returning! Baskin-Robbins was founded on one sweet concept: Ice cream should be an everyday treat and there should be a new flavor to enjoy every day. That’s why Baskin-Robbin’s founders, Burt and Irv, launched 31 flavors — so ice cream lovers could lick a new delicious flavor every day of the month. [Read More…]
Last Day! Get Buy-One-Get-One Deal on Popular Items at McDonald’s
Two cheeseburgers, please! Always on the search for tasty savings, bargain biters (aka diners) never want to pay full price when dining out. And BOGO deals are at the top of the list for saving money. Bring a friend (or just your hunger!) and head to McDonald’s for a “great deal of value”, thanks to the chain’s buy-one-get-one special. [Read More…]
Final Tuesday! Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Tuesday
Enjoy mid-week savings at Whole Foods Market! Smart shoppers will want to make the grocery store a regular stop every week on Tuesday for some great one-day-only deals. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up rotisserie chicken, soups, ground beef and more for lunch or dinner. It’s the perfect day to stock up on savings! [Read More…]
Final Show Tonight! Drone Shows Light Up Denver Skies For The Holidays
Dazzling drones shows will light up the skies over Downtown Denver this holiday season during the Mile High Drone Show. For 40 magical nights, 400 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Shows start November 22 and continue through December 31, 2024. The displays are at 7 p.m. each night. and last about 15 minutes. [Read More…]
RTD Bus & Light Rail Services Free on New Year’s Eve
Being safe and responsible is key to enjoying any New Year’s Eve celebration, especially if you enjoy a bit too much bubbly. All of RTD’s light rail and bus services are FREE from 7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, December 31 until 7 a.m. on New Year’s Day, January 1. The free ride service will be available on all RTD bus and rail routes – as well as Access-A-Ride and FlexRide services. [Read More…]
137 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE & CHEAP things to do around Denver. The list is updated daily, so check back often. Looking for more free and low-cost things to do in the following weeks? Find additional activities on our Mile High Events Calendar, which you can view by day or month.
Looking for trivia nights? Check out this long list of trivia events.
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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
Tonight! 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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