I used to not think much about October, but Halloween has become quite a deal at our house – and reportedly one of the top holidays for spending. Not only do we start talking about what we will be for Halloween early in the month, but also what we will give away, what party or pumpkin patch we will visit (thank goodness my kids haven’t started talking about Haunted Houses – I’m just not a fan). All of this means a lot of money (which I don’t have) so I look for DEALS!!!  This year I found a great place to get our costumes that are pretty inexpensive and super cute – Buy.com. But even better- we have worked with Buy.com to award one winner $50 to get a costume of their own!

Chipotle Cultivate Festival

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hosting the Cultivate Festival on Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at City Center Park. The event features food, music and activities. The kids area will teach kids where their food comes from (not just the grocery store) and you might even learn your way to a free burrito!

Free Day at The Art Museum

Denver Art Museum is hosting a free day thanks to SCFD (Scientific Cultural and Facilities District) on October 6. It is a “Free First Saturday!” Make your plans now.

Lakewood Cider Days

This weekend (Oct. 6-7), Lakewood will celebrate Cider Days. From mule-drawn wagon and barrel train rides to the petting zoo, kids and adults alike will enjoy this event complete with exhibitors, live entertainment and food. Guests will find interactive activities, educational exhibits, historic demonstrations, arts and crafts and commercial exhibitors. Admission also includes tours of the Lakewood Heritage Center 20th Century Museum. Admission is $7 for adults and $4 for kids.

Sweet Life Nail Bar

Book your nail appointment at Sweet Life Nail Bar any day in October get $5 off any service of $20 or more ($10 off any service of $40 or more).

SkiDeals

Monday the snow-dance paid off with snow in the mountains. With the flakes comes the celebrating! Celebrate with great deals and score some great early season specials. Our post about Ski Area Deals you can snag now includes links to Vail’s School of Shred (Vail, Keystone, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Arapahoe Basin), the 5th (and 6th) Grade Passport, the Jr. Trade in program and more! Get your deals now! Also, don’t miss Colorado Ski Country’s 5th Grade Passport Program, which provides participants with three free days of skiing or snowboarding at each of their 20 member resorts. Ski all 60 days or just a few…what a fantastic deal. Got a 6th grader? They can get four days of skiing or snowboarding at each of their 20 member resorts for a mere $99.

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