Celebrate traditional Latin American (and the rest of the world) culture during Día del Niño (Day of the Children) on Sunday, April 27, 2025. This year, Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art celebrates on Saturday, the 26th, while the Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Clyfford Still Museum, History Colorado Center and Denver Central Library will offer FREE general admission and/or entertainment on the 27th. Here’s what’s happening: [Read More…]
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73 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…]
8 Earth Day Celebrations in and Around the Denver Area
Time to give Mother Nature her due. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, is the annual Earth Day. Here are some family-friendly festivals, fairs, recycling events, workshops and other celebrations we’ve heard about across the Front Range. Most events are on Saturday the 19th, with some the following Saturday.
If you know of any we’ve missed, send details to news@milehighonthecheap.com. All events are FREE, unless otherwise noted. [Read More…]
135 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.
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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
Sprouts Farmers Market Gives Away Free Reusable Bags on Earth Day April 22
Sprouts Farmers Market has Earth Day all bagged up for bargain hunters! Colorado shoppers know the importance of bringing reusable bags to the grocery store, so any opportunity to add one to your collection is extremely helpful. The biggest challenge is remembering to actually bring them with you to the grocery store! [Read More…]
Natural Grocers Celebrates Earth Day with Free Reusable Bags & Cleaning Products
Natural Grocers is one of the best places to shop for the cleanest, healthiest and most environmentally safe products. You can shop the aisles knowing you’re positively impacting the world around you. So, of course, the popular grocery chain is celebrating Earth Day! This year, customers enjoy the store’s Earth Day Celebration from April 22 to 24, 2025, with lots of giveaways. [Read More…]
Free Paper Shredding + Electronics, Paint & Baby Gear Recycling at The Shops at Northfield April 26
Celebrate Earth Day with The Shops at Northfield by bringing your old documents for shredding and electronics for recycling with FREE and convenient recycling on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drive-up mobile units will be in the East parking lot between Off-Broadway and Old Navy. [Read More…]
City Of Aurora Hosts 134th Birthday Party on April 26
Did you know the city of Aurora turns 134 this month? The city is hosting a family friendly birthday party on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Aurora History Museum. The event is FREE, open to the public and no registration is required. There will be fun party games, cake, face painting and crafts. [Read More…]
Piney Creek Yarn Celebrates Local Yarn Store Day with Free Demos, Patterns & Prizes April 26
Piney Creek Yarn in Centennial celebrates Local Yarn Store Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Yarn Store Day is an annual national celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. It’s dedicated to the small businesses that bring fiber enthusiast communities together, offering unique yarns, expert advice, supporting friendship, and a welcoming space to learn and share. [Read More…]
Update! Safeway Offers “Cheep Chicken!” Special Every Monday — Two Options for Savings
Cheep! Cheep! If you’re a fan of fried chicken, make Safeway a must stop every week for cheap chicken. The grocery store offers its popular “Cheep Chicken!” special every Monday — for a limited time. No digital coupon needed…just scan your shopper’s loyalty card at check out. With the weekly sale, you could make every Monday “Fried Chicken Night” at the dinner table. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Sonic Drive-In Offers $1 Double Sonic Smasher Burgers — Nearly 90% Off
The savings are getting juicy for burger lovers at Sonic Drive-In! The popular quick-service restaurant just introduced its new Double Sonic Smasher Burger with two Angus beef, seasoned patties smashed and seared — crispy on the edges and juicy in the middle. It’s then layered with two slices of American cheese, Smasher sauce, crinkle-cut pickles, diced onions and served on a soft potato bun. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Little Man Ice Cream Scoops Free Ice Cream for Little Kids for One Week
Have you heard the latest scoop in town? Little Man Ice Cream is making families smile with a big giveaway for little ones — from April 21 to 28, 2025. Colorado’s favorite ice cream family is looking to make its newest generation of ice cream lovers (and their parents!) just a little happier with a FREE taste of surprise and delight. Load up the car with the family and make a sweet trip to the ice cream shop! [Read More…]