It’s never too early to think about gift ideas for the holidays, especially if it means saving money. Stuck on what to give? Groupon has the perfect fix for even the toughest-to-shop-for: unforgettable experiences, flexible gift cards, and unique surprises. Say goodbye to gift anxiety and hello to stress-free shopping! [Read More…]
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Boulder Switches on Holiday Lights on November 24
Downtown Boulder, always a fun destination, really shines during the holidays. Festivities begin Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 5 p.m. with “Switch on the Holidays” when the Art Deco Boulder County Courthouse and the plaza in front of it (1300 block of Pearl Street) are illuminated. Santa, assisted by Mrs. Claus and downtown’s very own Freezie the Snowman, counts down to the grand illumination of the courthouse, the Pearl Street Mall and East and West Pearl. [Read More…]
Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2024
If the thought of spending your Thanksgiving in the kitchen instead of watching holiday movies or football fills you with dread, don’t despair. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. We did the math and found that most of these dinners work out to $7.50 to $10 per person.
Some of the more basic dinners don’t include dessert, but a few hours of baking something scrumptious might be just the recipe for getting into the holiday spirit. [Read More…]
84 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
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…]
How to Enjoy Totally Free Thanksgiving Meal This Year — Up To $27.45
Bargain hunters are always grateful for big savings! And this deliciously generous offer from Ibotta will definitely have shoppers thankful for the opportunity to save money on the biggest (and often costly) family feast of the year. Denver-based Ibotta and its generous brand partners are ensuring families on a budget can enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner without the expense. [Read More…]
How to Get Any Size Frozen Honeysuckle White Turkey for Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to “talk turkey” about saving money. (This year, the family feast is on Thursday, November 28, 2024.) Bargain hunters know it’s never too early to start planning for any holiday or family gathering — especially when it means saving money. And, thanks to this offer from Safeway, you can pick up the big bird for the holiday feast for FREE!
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157 Free & Cheap Things to Do This Week Around Denver
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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Here’s what’s happening this week: [Read More…]
Today! King Soopers Celebrates Broncos’ Sweet Victories with Free Donuts
This deal is on today, Monday, November 18, after the Broncos defeated the Atlanta Falcons yesterday. The Mile High City is always rootin’ for our beloved Broncos to win! And there’s a reason to cheer a little more for a sweet victory this season. King Soopers is the official grocery store sponsor of the Denver Broncos. So, it makes sense that the popular grocery chain will celebrate the team’s game day victories with a sweet giveaway. [Read More…]
Denver Lights Up City & County Building For Holiday Season
The annual Light the Lights celebration kicks off the daily holiday light and music show at Denver’s City and County Building. This year’s event is Wednesday, November 27, 2024, and will be hosted by Denver7 anchor Micah Smith. At approximately 5:15 pm, the giant switch will be flipped, illuminating the City and County Building in an overload of holiday cheer! [Read More…]
This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Holiday craft shows are rockin’ with a dozen events this coming week. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming holiday craft shows, markets and fairs in the Denver/Boulder area. It includes an interactive map to help you find the ones closest to your shopping flight path. As always, we call out some of our favorite picks: [Read More…]
Open Studios Event at Continuum Art Studios in Englewood
Continuum Art Studios is a recently formed private artists’ workspace in Englewood. It is hosting its next Open Studios event on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is an opportunity for you to visit the new studio; meet artists working in ceramics, painting, jewelry/metalsmithing, paper/fiber art and mixed media; view and purchase artwork, and support the arts. [Read More…]
Downtown Denver Rink at Skyline Park Offers Free Skating
FREE ice skating returns to downtown Denver’s Skyline Park for another winter as the Downtown Denver Rink welcomes locals anxious to lace up some blades from November 21, 2024 to February 2, 2025. Bring your own skates or rent a pair — $9 for kids (12 & under) and $12 for everyone else (13 & older.) All 4th graders get FREE skate rental and those with a MyDenver card get discounted rental. [Read More…]