This year, Coloradans can join FREE ranger-led outings on January 1, 2025 at dozens of Colorado State Parks (including Cherry Creek, Staunton, St. Vrain, Chatfield, Barr Lake and Roxborough). During First Day Hikes, each park offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the new year, with most parks offering guided hikes and some parks providing multiple options to choose from, allowing you to select the time and route you prefer. [Read More…]
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Recycle Leftover Paint For Free Year-Round
Coloradans love to recycle anything and everything, but disposing of leftover paint is a hassle. To the rescue: PaintCare, a FREE paint recycling program with more than 150 drop-off sites across Colorado, more than 50 in the Front Range alone. Drop-off sites are mostly paint and hardware stores. [Read More…]
81 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…]
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…]
Best Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver For New Year’s Eve and Day
The kids are home from school, relatives are visiting or maybe you and your special someone are just now trying to map out how to celebrate New Year’s Eve and/or New Year’s Day. You need a game plan that’s inexpensive because you broke the bank on Christmas and Chanukah, like so many of us. [Read More…]
Where & How You Can Recycle Your Christmas Tree In The Denver/Boulder Area
Nationally, approximately 93% of the real Christmas trees are recycled through community programs. Colorado is no exception with most cities and/or counties offering FREE Christmas Tree Recycle. Some programs have already started and run into January, with drop-off sites open various length of time, from the first week in January to as long as January 31.
A few municipalities offer curb-side pick-up, others ask you to take your tree to a drop-off site. There is no comprehensive site, but here are links to many Front Range programs. [Read More…]
Bryan Blathers: Why Bargain Hunters Love Seasonal Clearance — Especially After Christmas!
If you’re a true-blue bargain hunter, you have a deep love for seasonal clearance. We are the ones who wait until after a holiday to go shopping for decorations, wrapping paper, candy, gifts and more. “Cheapskates” believe you should never pay full price, which makes stocking up on seasonal clearance one of the best tips for saving money. [Read More…]
Get Tickets on December 31 for Next Denver Zoo Free Day: January 10
Monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2025. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Friday, January 10, 2025. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours. They are released on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. [Read More…]
Stock Show Parade in Downtown Denver. Plus, Stock Show Fair After The Parade
Longhorn cattle plodding along the streets of downtown Denver are the hallmark of the the National Western Stock Show Parade, which kicks off the country’s largest winter stock show and rodeo. The parade starts at noon on Thursday, January 9, 2025, outside Union Station and marches 12 blocks along 17th Street. [Read More…]
Biggest Sale of the Year! Tattered Cover Offers Rare Discount for Four Days
Tattered Cover definitely has a storied history in Denver with many suspenseful chapters. However, one thing everyone knew (especially bargain hunters!) is that the iconic (formerly) independent book store was never known for offering many deals, discounts or sales. One might even argue that was one of the reasons for its struggles financially. With so much competition (Amazon, Target) in the marketplace, how could you charge full price on all books? [Read More…]
Insomnia Cookies Offers 12 Free Cookies to Celebrate End of Year
Hey, cookie monsters and night owls! The year is almost over. And Insomnia Cookies is celebrating with a big, sweet giveaway to celebrate the end of 2025 — FREE cookies! It’s the perfect reason to bring cookies to the office party or year-end celebration…or even just a quiet night at home with the family. Don’t forget to bring ice cream to make the gathering even sweeter! [Read More…]
Burger King Offers 31 Days of Deals in December — Free Original Chicken Sandwich Today!
It’s the most “Whopper-ful” time of the year! Unwrap lots of savings at Burger King this December. The fast-food restaurant is spreading even more magic this holiday season with 31 Days of Deals from December 1 to 31, 2024 — featuring digital exclusives for Royal Perks members – including FREE food, $0 delivery fees, deals on popular menu items, festive BK merchandise drops and more. [Read More…]