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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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.
Good Deals On Home Organization & Storage Products
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…]
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…]
Great Clips Celebrates College Football Playoff with Haircuts Under $10
Snip! Snip! Snip! Any time you can cut your costs on grooming, it’s definitely a beautiful day. And Great Clips is offering a rare opportunity to save money on your next haircut. There was a time when Great Clips regularly offered coupons in the paper or annual haircut sales, but nowadays it can be “hairy” to find any discounts or savings. That makes this deal a must for families on a budget. [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…]
Good Times Celebrates Local College Hockey with Giveaways, Meet & Greet and More
Goal! To kick off the new year, Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard is hosting a unique event on January 7, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at its Highlands Ranch location (9401 S. University Blvd.), uniting two Colorado staples — local college hockey talent with a beloved Colorado-born restaurant. From autographs and photo ops to a drive-thru takeover and giveaways, the FREE event is packed with excitement for fans and families. [Read More…]
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…]