If your New Year’s resolution was to de-clutter your home (which face it, is better than a gym membership you’ll stop using after a month), you might need some organization and storage products to do it. And you might as well save some money on them. When we checked, Amazon has some good deals on items that will help get your stuff organized, from the bedroom to the garage and every space in between. [Read More…]
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Free Days at Museums & More in January 2025
January is truly winter in the city and also brings FREE fun across the Mile High City, thanks to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. As always, there’s so much to explore and experience in Denver on the cheap, thanks to our city’s generous FREE Days at museums and attractions. Remember that some places require you to get a timed ticket in advance, while others allow for walk-ins. Be sure to check policies before you head out. [Read More…]
Streaming Series Preview – ‘On Call’ – First Two Episodes
On Call, a thrilling new half-hour drama series from Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, is an adrenalized and visceral police drama that follows a rookie and veteran officer duo as they go on patrol in Long Beach, California. Incorporating a mixture of bodycam, dash-camera, and cellphone footage to create a cinema verité effect, the innovative series explores the morality of protecting and serving a community. [Read More…]
Free Meet and Greet with Champion Stock Show Steer at Brown Palace. Tickets Required
If you want to get up close and personal with the National Western Stock Show’s 2025 Grand Champion steer, mosey on over to The Brown Palace Hotel (312 17th St.) in Denver on Friday, January 24, 2024. The prized animal, adorned with a garland of roses, will be escorted down a red carpet at 11 a.m. to take center stage during afternoon tea in the famed lobby. (The steer takes his tea from a sterling silver punch bowl. Two sugars, please!) [Read More…]
Auto Zone’s Loan-A-Tool Service Offers Free Tool Rentals
Tools can be very expensive. Unless it’s part of your trade, it’s often not cost-effective for “do-it-yourself-ers” to buy tools for quick repair jobs around the house or on a car. Thanks to Auto Zone’s Loan-A-Tool, there’s no more need to pay for tools you need temporarily. Using the FREE service is easy — simply leave a deposit when you pick up a tool. When you’re done with the job, return it for a full refund of your deposit. [Read More…]
59 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…]
Free Museum Days in Denver For 2025. Now You Can Print Out Our List
The PDF print button is working now. Visiting museums can get expensive, especially for families. However, many Denver area museums and attractions offer FREE admission every month — some even offer special activities on those days. The free days are funded, in part, by taxes collected through the Science and Cultural Facilities District and/or donations from generous sponsors. Because free days are so popular, you are wise to reserve tickets in advance if the attraction has a timed-entry policy.
While admission is FREE, special exhibitions or other add-on activities may incur a fee. Dates and times may change, so always double-check before you visit.
If you want to print out this list, there is a PDF button at the end of the post. Just click on it and voila, you have the latest version to carry with you.
King Soopers & WFM Updated! The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: Crest Toothpaste for 99¢
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…]
Final Days! 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…]
Firehouse Subs Celebrates 2025 with Buy-One-Get-One Special for Four Days
Happy New Year! If your New Year’s resolution is to eat more subs, Firehouse Subs has you covered. The sub shop is celebrating the start of 2025 with a delicious deal for sub lovers. Enjoy the shop’s signature (and very popular) Hook & Ladder sub or choose from many other tasty options. There’s a sub on the menu for everyone, including chicken, turkey, ham and roast beef. [Read More…]
Free Admission! New Product Debuts & Great Deals at The Ultimate RV Show
The former Colorado RV Adventure & Travel Show returns to the Colorado Convention Center as The Ultimate RV Show. It runs Wednesday to Saturday, January 8 to 11, 2025, and is a treasure trove of great ideas and RV products for maximizing leisure, vacation and retirement time. See exhibits of all new 2025 RVs ranging from van campers to travel trainers to large motorhomes and more. [Read More…]
World Market Offers Discounts, Rewards and Free Gifts
World Market is a top destination for home décor. Whether you’re decorating your first home or just sprucing up your existing living space, the popular retailer offers a wide variety of items sourced from all over the world. Shoppers are bound to find lots of unique items for their home — everything from rugs to framed art. Plus, they’re also known for selling lots of treats and food from around the globe. [Read More…]