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…]
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Amazon Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals Save You Big Bucks: Our Top Picks For Today
The deals just keep on coming… Amazon moves from Black Friday Week into Cyber Monday with a ton of new discounts on every imaginable gift for all the folks on your list. The sales continue this weekend and through Monday, December 2, 2024.
As with Black Friday Week, you’ll find tons of deals on all kinds of products, allowing customers to get deep discounts on tech, home goods, clothing, toys, and more. It’s a great way to check items off your holiday shopping list without having to pay full price for everything.
Best Toy Deals On Amazon – LeapFrog, Play Doh, LOL Dolls, Huffy Scooters and More
Forget store crowds, shopping for toys is incredibly easy when you purchase online. Whether you’re shopping for a gift for a specific need, or just browsing, here are some fun finds and toy deals at Amazon today.
Leading up to Christmas, many of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Others are just best sellers and looked so intriguing that we figured you might want to check them out.
Get Rare Savings on Target Gift Cards for Two Days
Bargain hunters know it’s nearly impossible to get a discount on gift cards, especially on one of the most coveted gift cards for any season– Target gift cards! (Target refers to them as “GiftCards”.) On December 7 and 8, 2024, holiday bargain hunters can get 10% off Target GiftCards — in-store or online. Whether you use them yourself or give them as gifts, now’s the time to stock up on the popular gift cards with this rare deal. [Read More…]
Hulu Black Friday Deal — 99¢ Per Month For A Year
Woo hoo! The best deal on Hulu is happening now over Black Friday through Cyber Monday 2024. New subscribers or eligible returning subscribers can get Hulu for only 99¢ a month for 12 months. If you’ve been thinking about cutting cable service or just want to add another streaming service at a dirt-cheap price, you can’t beat this Hulu Black Friday deal. [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…]
Christmas Toy Giveaways: FREE Toys For Kids This Holiday Season
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Christmas toy giveaways, to make sure children in families with limited funds can still believe that a joyous holiday spirit includes everyone, regardless of faith (and if you do believe in Santa, he can always find you). We’re collecting as many of these toy giveaways and events as we can find, and listing them here. [Read More…]
Day By Day Guide To Holiday Events Around Denver-Boulder 2024
Here’s a growing list of 2024 holiday events in the Denver-Boulder area. This day by day guide includes events celebrating everything from now to New Year’s. We’ve included everything we know about, so that you can be sure to find something to do every day, whether you’re looking for tree lightings, Santa visits, Hanukkah celebrations, Kwanzaa parties, New Year’s Eve parties and more. [Read More…]
Awesome! MAX Black Friday Deal – $2.99 Per Month For 6 Months
Outstanding! The best deal on streaming service Max is happening now over Black Friday through Cyber Monday 2024. New subscribers or eligible returning subscribers can get Max for only $2.99 a month for 6 months. If you’ve been thinking about cutting cable service or just want to add another streaming service at a dirt-cheap price, you can’t beat this Max Black Friday deal. [Read More…]
Where To See Santa In 2024 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him
You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.
If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.
Aurora Welcomes Holidays with Tree Lighting on December 3
Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Aurora Municipal Center. The FREE festive event features Aurora’s annual holiday tree lighting and a spectacular lights display on the Great Lawn. Visitors from the North Pole will be on hand to greet families. [Read More…]
Erie Parade Of Lights Is Magical With Music, Carriage Rides, Hot Cocoa & Santa
A dazzling Erie Parade of Lights travels through the community’s downtown area on Friday, December 6, 2024. Besides the parade, visitors can enjoy local school choirs, free carriage rides, free hot chocolate, and a visit with Santa just before the Parade of Lights! Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m., with the parade stepping off at 6:30 p.m. at Perry Street & Briggs. [Read More…]