The clock is ticking and with Christmas only a few days away, you may be looking for some last-minute gifts and a great price. If you still haven’t found what you are looking for, you can avoid the holiday chaos by shopping online. There are some great deals at Amazon. We’ve found some gifts that are not just on sale, but should arrive by December 25.
All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Some of the biggest discounts are “Limited Time Only,” meaning that they can be here one minute and gone the next. We do try to keep up! Here are a few products that caught our eye… [Read More…]
So you’ve opened some presents, enjoyed family time, munched on a gingerbread cookie and maybe watched a rerun (or two) of “Love Actually” or “Die Hard” or “A Christmas Story.” But, there are still hours to go on Christmas Day. Is anything going on in town? In case you need to buy some last minute eggnog or just want to get out-and-about, here’s what we found open in Denver, Boulder and beyond on December 25, 2025.
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… 
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.
For those who still don’t have a Christmas tree because they can’t afford it, Arvada’s 
Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters along Washington Avenue. 
Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many Denver area restaurants will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options, along with a selection of fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge (be sure to secure reservations for those sooner rather than later).
Wrong size sweater? Is pumpkin spice just not your scent? Perhaps three good friends each gave you a set of ear buds? Whatever the reason, you may find yourself having to return a gift this holiday season. Some mainstream retailers — Amazon, Home Depot, Kohl’s and Best Buy — tweaked their return policies this year by adding or raising return-by-mail fees or shortening the return window for holiday purchases according to 
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Get your shopping list ready, bargain hunters! Start your weekend with savings at 