AstroTours is known for its immersive astronomy events. On Thursday, December 12, 2024, you can join other science buffs for Cosmic Odyssey, an immersive evening of stargazing, exploration, and creativity. Featuring AstroTours’ advanced telescopes, hands-on activities, and cosmic games, this one-night-only event helps you discover the universe in a whole new way. [Read More…]
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Free DU Holiday Carillon Concert on Sunday. Reception & Tower Tours After
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and prepare to bundle up (but it’s so worth it) on the the University of Denver campus for a FREE open-air Holiday Carillon Recital on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 3 p.m. The recital (which goes on regardless of weather) features the school’s Williams Carillon, a 65-bell instrument and one of the largest bell towers in the country. [Read More…]
Denver Art Museum Hosts Member Sale for the Holidays
Denver Art Museum members always get 10% off in the marvelous museum shop, and just in time for the holidays, the savings are doubled to at least 20% off during the special members’ holiday shopping sale running December 5 to 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There’s also a prize wheel you can spin to win big!
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Unbox Big Holiday Savings with Pizza Hut’s Triple Treat Box — Starting Under $20
Everyone loves pizza, including Santa Claus! Pizza is perfect for any holiday celebration or gathering. It’s quick, easy and, best of all, it’s a favorite for just about everybody. (Who doesn’t love pizza, right?) And Pizza Hut is crossing cooking off everyone’s holiday to-do list by delivering the ultimate gift for hungry (and busy) families on a budget — the popular Triple Treat Box. [Read More…]
Last Day! Amazon 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 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.
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…]
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.
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…]
145 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…]
How to Get Cheap Tickets for ‘Funny Girl’ in Denver
Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big musical coming to Denver is Funny Girl. The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with one of the most celebrated musical scores of all time, including classic songs “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star” and “People.” [Read More…]
Free Tours of Decorated Governor’s Mansion This Friday & Saturday
The stately Governor’s Residence at the Boettcher Mansion is open for FREE holiday tours on Friday & Saturday, December 6 & 7, 2024. Hours are Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The tour of the entire main floor includes a peek at the Great Hall and the State Dining Room among others.
The red brick, Colonial Revival style mansion was built in 1908 and purchased in 1923 by Claude Boettcher. The Boettcher family later donated the house to the city. It has been decorated inside and out for the holidays. [Read More…]
Holiday Shipping Deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx in 2024
Ding-dong! Delivery! For friends and family far away at Christmas, getting them their holiday gift to unwrap in time takes a little extra planning. That means you need to pack it and get the package on its merry way by a specific deadline — depending on the delivery service, delivery option and expected arrival date. Remember, the longer you wait, the more expensive it will be to ship a package. [Read More…]