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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The Best Grocery Store Deals This Week in Denver — Hot Deal: 18-oz. Organic Blueberries for $3.99
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…]
Spring Whale of a Used Book Sale at JeffCo Fairgrounds May 30 to June 1
Mark your calendars! It’s an ocean of deals at the Spring Whale of a Used Book Sale sponsored by the Jefferson County Library Foundation. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 30 & 31, 2025, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. Held in the massive exhibit hall of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, the sale boasts more than 90,000 books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, games and more. [Read More…]
South Gaylord Street Memorial Weekend Festival May 24-26
For three days of FREE fun and entertainment, you’d be hard-pressed to find any event more jam-packed than the South Gaylord Memorial Weekend Festival held Saturday to Monday, May 24 to 26, 2025. Festivities begin Saturday at 4 p.m. and continue to 10 p.m. with a FREE concert. [Read More…]
Parker Arts Free Summer Concerts in Discovery Park
Summertime has never sounded so good in Parker. The city’s new amphitheater hosts the Discovery Park Summer Concert Series. The FREE concerts starting at 6:30 p.m. are most Thursdays in June and July. The venue features an open-space design and a number of amenities, such as interactive water fountain for the kids. Bring your picnic baskets, your lawn chairs and your beach blankets. [Read More…]
Free Summer Concerts At Clement Park June 5 to August 14
Littleton plays host to Concerts in Clement Park, a series of FREE evening concerts on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Performances are held at the Grant Family Amphitheater. Bring your family and friends to picnic in the park and enjoy this wide range of talent. Blankets or lawn chairs are allowed. No glass containers. [Read More…]
Northglenn’s Free 2025 Summer Concert Series Fills Thursday Nights
This year’s Northglenn Summer Concert Series features party bands that focus on a music genre and decade from funk to disco to techno. Concerts run Thursday from June 5 to July 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Festival Lawn (the grass area between the Northglenn Recreation Center’s main doors and the Veterans Memorial). [Read More…]
Free Summer Celebration at Piney Creek Hollow Park May 30
Gear up for the ultimate Summer Celebration brought to you by Trails Park and Recreation District. The FREE event is at Piney Creek Hollow Park in Aurora on Friday, May 30, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join family-friendly festivities as local businesses come together to create a kaleidoscope of entertainment. [Read More…]
Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2025
Music fills Thursday nights at the Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series from June 5 through July 31, 2025. Bring a picnic dinner (or money to purchase food truck treats) to Highland Heritage Regional Park, with the music starting at 6:30 p.m. Sorry, no dogs or glass containers allowed. Admission is FREE and open to the public. [Read More…]
Enjoy Family Fun at Free Movies at McGregor This Summer
With its expansive outdoor plaza serving as a bustling gathering space for baseball fans, foodies, festival goers and music lovers, there’s no end to the events hosted at McGregor Square throughout the year. Join the fun as the plaza showcases some of the best concerts, celebrations and events going on in the city. [Read More…]
Movie Tavern Hosts 2025 Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series
Movie Tavern (18605 E. Hampden Ave.) in Aurora is making the movies more affordable and fun for families this summer, thanks to its 2025 Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series. The theater offers premium-quality food and beverages, all enjoyed while sitting in the chain’s comfortable DreamLounger recliners. The chef-driven menu features creative entrées, garden picks, pizzas, sandwiches, smash burgers, desserts and more — all delivered right to your seat. [Read More…]
Red Lobster Hosts Happy Hour Every Weekday with Drink & Appetizer Specials
Cheers! For those looking to relax and save money with friends and family, Red Lobster hosts a Happy Hour every weekday with a menu full of drink and appetizer specials. Sometimes a Happy Hour is all you need to “dine on the cheap” for dinner — just enjoy the discounted appetizers without the drinks…or maybe just one drink or two. [Read More…]