Amazon Prime Day is set for Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26, 2026. Note: You can try Amazon Prime for FREE, for 30 days. If you’re going to try it, this is the time! You can cancel whenever you want. Amazon Prime Day is a bit like Black Friday in June. For four days only, Amazon will offer tremendous savings on TVs, smart home, kitchen, grocery, toys, fashion, furniture, appliances and back-to-school supplies and even stock up on everyday essentials.
In The Invite, Joe and Angela’s marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbors for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places. Have they reignited the spark or lit the match that burns it all down? Directed by Olivia Wilde, the film stars Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton. [Read More…]
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…]
Maybe you’ve heard about Candlelight Concerts around the metro Denver area. These special events not only provide a multi-sensory musical experience, but also include a depth of repertoire and breadth of genres, from classical and jazz to show tunes and pop music. And now’s your chance to get 10% off tickets using our special promo code. [Read More…]
Everything is getting so expensive nowadays, especially at the grocery store. Fortunately, King Soopers is helping customers stretch their budget this week with its Daily Deal Drop — from June 24 to 30, 2026. Each day, the popular grocery store will drop a new daily deal via a digital coupon. Clip it to your account before it’s gone! [Read More…]
Get your shopping list ready! Going grocery shopping is a super expensive errand nowadays. The prices just seem to keep going up and up. That’s why bargain hunters are always on the lookout for savings in the grocery aisles. And, in the case, you have one weekend to take advantage of King Soopers’ 3-Day Sale — from June 27 to 29, 2026. [Read More…]
Set your sights on big savings for four days, bargain hunters! From June 23 to 26, 2026, circle back and head to Target for summer savings with Target Circle Deal Days. Find lots of deals on apparel, home, beauty and more, with savings up to 50% on thousands of items. Now’s the time to make your shopping list and head to Target for lots of spring savings! [Read More…]
Get to this hot sale early or you’ll be “left out in the cold”! Summer is all about enjoying ice cream and frozen treats on a hot, sunny day. (Actually, ice cream is perfect for any season or reason!) It’s even cooler, when you can scoop your favorite ice cream at a bargain price. Thankfully, Whole Foods Market offers an annual ice cream sale for the Fourth of July — perfect for all parties, picnics and celebrations! [Read More…]
Cheers to Jose Cuervo! Summer is all about having fun and that can often include having drinks with friends and family. And, this summer, you can kick off the weekend by enjoying a margarita on the house (up to $10), courtesy of Jose Cuervo. Set reminders now, so you don’t miss out on the weekly giveaway. [Read More…]
Cheers! Spending time with friends and family is a great way to relax. Even better, when you catch up over an adult beverage at a deep discount. Having a few drinks with lunch or dinner can definitely make your final tab skyrocket. However, Applebee’s is making a margarita budget-friendly with the return of its popular Dollarita in July! [Read More…]
Bargain hunters are always having a good time, especially when they’re saving money! Good Times is offering a discount on its popular breakfast burritos. The burritos are made with fluffy eggs, homestyle potatoes, shredded cheese and authentic green chile from Hatch Valley, NM and your choice of chorizo, sausage or bacon. You can also order the burrito with just the chile, potatoes, eggs and cheese. [Read More…]
BOOM! BANG! CHEAP! Fourth of July festivities abound in the metro Denver/Boulder area. We’ve found most of the no-cost and low-cost festivals, fireworks and parades to keep the family entertained. Events are listed alphabetically for easier review. We expect to add more events, as they’re announced — so check back often.
In case of bad weather or fire bans, some fireworks shows may be cancelled. However, celebrations usually go on as planned. Check back here and on event websites for updated information.
If you know of any we have missed, please email Laura@MileHighOnTheCheap.com with details.
If you are looking for things to do specifically on Friday, July 4, check out this list of attractions that are open, special events at restaurants, breweries and bars, and Independence Day food deals.
Here’s what’s bursting July 2, 3 & 4 (plus a few days before):
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Happy Birthday, America! This summer, as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, Sonic is marking the milestone by offering four menu favorites at a discounted price worth celebrating. From June 22 to July 12, 2026, the popular fast-food restaurant is offering a limited-time patriotic value menu at participating locations — the America $2.50 Menu. [Read More…]
Calling all Chick-fil-A fans! Finding savings at the popular restaurant can be challenging because any deals or giveaways available differ by location, given each location is independently owned and operated. However, this giveaway is available to all customers in Denver and Northern Colorado. Best of all, it’s totally FREE! [Read More…]
Get ready to rev your engines, Denver! Following the success of Glow-N-Fire (winner of the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award!), Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is thrilled to continue the momentum by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck. Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite is on a mission to destroy the competition. [Read More…]
The giveaway is available June 23 and 24, 2026! This season, the Golden Arches are out and Smashburger is in! Smashburger is now the Official Smashburger (of course!) of the Colorado Rockies for the 2026 MLB season. The partnership brings together two iconic Colorado favorites for a unique fan experience, thanks to a juicy giveaway of the restaurant’s bold, crave-worthy burgers. Every time the Rockies hit a homerun this season, Rockies fans will have one more reason to cheer! [Read More…]
The giveaway is available Wednesday, June 24, 2026! Here’s a new deal for Colorado Rockies fans to “steal” this season! Watch the games closely to see if the Rockies steal a base during all of the action on the baseball field because, when they do, fans can jet over to Jet’s Pizza for a hot giveaway. Jet’s is known for its famous Detroit-style pizzas, as well as fresh salads, breads, and desserts. [Read More…]
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE & CHEAP things to do around Denver. The list is updated daily, so check back often. Looking for more free and low-cost things to do in the following weeks? Find additional activities on our Mile High Events Calendar, which you can view by day or month.
Looking for trivia nights? Check out this long list of trivia events.
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The Town of Frederick celebrates the many forms of flight with its annual Frederick in Flight — including hot air balloon lifts, tethered balloon rides, a Glow Party with beer garden and food trucks, and tons of FREE fun for the whole family Friday to Sunday, June 26 to 28, 2026. [Read More…]
Celebrate Japanese-American culture, food, music, crafts and dance at Denver’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026. FREE performances start each day at 11 a.m. and include martial arts, folk dancing, Japanese drumming, Japanese Enka (traditional) songs, and lots more. [Read More…]
