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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Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area – Updated: 130+ Displays!
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 2025 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…]
Free Admission Today! Denver Winter Market Offers Festive Fun & Shopping for Two Weekends at the Denver Sports Castle
Get your holiday shopping list ready! The Denver Winter Market unwraps lots of festive fun over two weekends at the Denver Sports Castle (10th & Broadway) — December 5 to 7 and December 12 to 14, 2025. The indoor market offers a cool holiday shopping experience in the Mile High City with more than 100 local small businesses & artisans, three bars serving cocktails and beers, FREE gift wrapping and more. [Read More…]
How to Get Cheap Tickets for Hit Musical ‘The Notebook’ 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 the Mile High City is The Notebook. Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the beloved film, the musical tells the story of Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. [Read More…]
Starts Today! Burger King Offers 13 Days of Deals This Holiday Season — Including Lots of Free Food!
It’s the most “Whopper-ful” time of the year for Burger King fans! Unwrap lots of delicious savings at the popular fast-food restaurant this December. BK is spreading even more joy this holiday season (especially for bargain hunters!) with 13 Days of Deals, including lots of FREE food — from December 12 to 24, 2025. [Read More…]
Free Gingerbread Doll Doughnut Today! Join Voodoo Doughnut Fan Club for Free Doughnuts, Sweet Discounts and More
Only doughnut lovers allowed! There’s a sweet fan club in Denver just for doughnut lovers. And, if you’re a donut lover, you’re definitely familiar with the spell Voodoo Doughnut has cast on those lucky enough to have one of its popular shops in their city — including Denver and Boulder! The shop started in Portland, Oregon back in 2003 and has since grown to iconic status because of its unique, delicious doughnuts. [Read More…]
BOGO Cookie Dough Today! Tony’s Meats & Market Offers 12 Days of Specials — Including BOGOs, 50% Off Deals!
For bargain hunters, it doesn’t get much better than days and days of deals. And, this holiday season, Tony’s Meats & Market is offering lots of delicious deals — the perfect ingredients for a delicious holiday dinner or party. The popular local specialty grocery store is offering 12 Days of Specials — from December 4 to 15, 2025. [Read More…]
Whole Foods Market Offers One-Day-Only Deals Every Friday
Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Start your weekend with savings at Whole Foods Market. Bargain hunters will want to make the popular grocery store a regular stop every week on Friday for some great one-day-only deals at participating locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up discounted pizzas, sushi rolls, oysters, desserts and more for a weekend feast. [Read More…]
Today! Enjoy Dozen Doughnuts for $1 at Krispy Kreme + New ‘Peanuts’ Collection This Holiday Season
Ho! Ho! Ho! Unbox one of the sweetest deals of the season on “Day of the Dozens” at Krispy Kreme. As if there weren’t enough treats during the holidays, the popular doughnut shop is sweetening the season with its popular Original Glazed Doughnuts at a discounted price. Thanks to the deal, bargain hunters can get an extra dozen on the cheap to share with friends, family or co-workers. [Read More…]
Wendy’s Offers 25¢ Deal for One Week
Are you thirsty for big savings? Bargain hunters often skip purchasing a soft drink when dining out because of the added expense. (“Water, please!”) Well, Wendy’s is making an offer you can’t pass up — any size soft drink for just a quarter. Now, there’s no excuse to get just a cup of water with your cup of chili at the popular restaurant. [Read More…]
What’s Today’s $3 Deal? Sonic Drive-In Celebrates Holidays with 12 Days of Deals in December
Set reminders on your phone! Sonic Drive-In is making the holidays jollier for hungry bargain hunters and fans alike. For 12 days this holiday season, the popular restaurant is unwrapping a new daily deal with big savings — from December 8 to 19, 2025. Fans can enjoy lots of FREE food and buy-one-get-one deals. [Read More…]
Updated! McDonald’s Celebrates Holidays with 12 Days of Deals
Not so jolly news! We reached out to McDonald’s and the offer is only available in select markets. Unfortunately, Denver/Boulder is not one of them! If McDonald’s deals are on your holiday wish list, you’re about to be much more joyous! The fast-food giant is making the holidays merrier for bargain hunters by unwrapping a new daily deal for 12 days — from December 12 to 23, 2025. The 12 Days of Holiday Deals promises lots of savings for McDonald’s fans!