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93 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Holiday Weekend (Including Thanksgiving Day)
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…]
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving for Dine-In or Carry-Out in 2025
Some people prefer to serve Thanksgiving dinner at home, but don’t always want to prepare every single dish from scratch, while others like to go out or take out. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. Whatever your style, here are some options for under $35 per person — sometimes way under $35. [Read More…]
These Grocery Stores are Open on Thanksgiving Day in Denver — Plus, Coffee Shops for Much Needed Break!
Run out of salt? Need an extra pie? Forgot the cranberries? Needing an additional side or more ingredients for Grandma’s special recipe has happened to every family on Thanksgiving Day. Thankfully, there are grocery stores open on November 27, 2025 for all of those last-minute needs. Here’s a list of what grocery stores are open along the Front Range: [Read More…]
Today! Where To Get a FREE Thanksgiving Day Meal
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as we can find, and listing them here. Some require advance registration, which is why we are posting this list now. [Read More…]
Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
Grocery prices keep going up, up, up — with little relief in sight! While Mile High On The Cheap (MHOTC) publishes a weekly list of the best grocery deals at local supermarkets, readers can maximize the weekly savings by using some budget-friendly items in lots of tasty recipes — from dinners to desserts and everything in between. [Read More…]
Ice Skating Comes To Olde Town Arvada
The ice may not be real, but it’s still a slippery world of fun. Olde Town Arvada has an outdoor ice rink called Skating in the Square. The synthetic rink is located on the Olde Town Square at 57th and Olde Wadsworth Boulevard. Pricing (including skate rentals) is $10 for adults and $7 for kids under 12. Here’s what to know before you lace up your skates. [Read More…]
Kirkland’s Home Closes All Colorado Locations by End of Year — Save Up To 50% Off Now!
Need to spruce up your home on a budget? Now’s the time to go shopping, thanks to the latest store closure. Kirkland’s Home is closing the doors on its The Streets at Southglenn location at 6955 S. York St. in Centennial. (Not to be confused, the store has nothing to do with Costco’s Kirkland Signature store brand.) The home décor store is officially closing December 27, 2025. [Read More…]
Starting Black Friday, Wendy’s Serves 67¢ Frosty for 10 Days
You will undoubtedly need to chill out and take a break from all of the chaos (and shopping!) with family and friends over the Black Friday weekend. And now you can add Wendy’s to your list of stops for a sweet deal. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty — from November 28 to December 7, 2025. [Read More…]
Today! QDOBA Trots Out Free Burritos for Popular Thanksgiving Tradition
Turkey is not the only course on the menu this Thanksgiving. Families can also feast on bargain burritos, thanks to QDOBA. There are many Thanksgiving traditions around the country, but one of the most universal is the famous Turkey Trot. A chance to have a little fun and burn a few calories before indulging on the biggest feast of the year! [Read More…]
Early Tomorrow Morning! Lowe’s Gives Away Free Bucket of Gifts ($100 Value) on Black Friday — Plus, Chance to Win Free $2,000 Major Appliance!
Check this giveaway off your bucket list for Black Friday! Bargain hunters love a good giveaway to entice customers into the store for holiday shopping the day after Thanksgiving. And Lowe’s is a must-stop for those willing to get up early for a bucket full of surprises! Get to bed early on Thanksgiving night and set your alarm, so you don’t miss out! [Read More…]
Early Tomorrow Morning! Target Gives Away Free Holiday Tote Bags with Fun Giveaways & Prizes (Valued at $99 to $350!) on Black Friday
Bargain hunters will be targeting the best deals on Black Friday. And one of the best places to find the best bargains will be at Target. Customers can save big all week long with deals across gifting and gathering essentials from November 23 to 29, 2025. Plus, the popular retailer will be making the holidays merrier with its Black Friday giveaways on November 28, 2025 — in-store only. [Read More…]